Good morning, Omaha.

The Festival of Hope marks its 24th year by supporting local cancer patients and families at a community event in Omaha.

The festival has a long tradition of generosity that benefits local health care efforts.

Residents of a Blackstone neighborhood apartment evacuated on Sunday morning after the wall of a nearby vacant building collapsed, causing a sinkhole on Farnam Street.

Doze & Dig, Omaha’s first indoor sandbox, will host a ribbon cutting on June 24 at 18010 R Plaza southwest of 180th & Q Street before its official opening on June 25.

The venue for children 8 and under features kinetic sand play and a snack bar.

At a meeting on June 18 at Varner Hall, the University of Nebraska Board of Regents approved a 4.25% tuition increase for all campuses.

The rise will add about $12 per credit hour (bringing in‐state tuition to roughly $303) next academic year.

Jeff Martin, an Air Force veteran awaiting a liver transplant, joined the College World Series flag ceremony Saturday to raise donor match awareness as he has faced end stage liver disease for nearly 2½ years (which kept him from attending full games last year).

David Hill, a 6-year-old (diagnosed with B-cell leukemia), came from North Carolina to watch the Tar Heels at the College World Series and became part of their team through charity practices.

Now cancer free after treatment ended last August, he will cheer his team in their championship game.

North Carolina and Oklahoma will face off for the College World Series championship at Charles Schwab Field.

After Oklahoma’s 9-3 win on Saturday, the Sooners are one win away from the national title.

The American Discovery 250 Relay — a coast-to-coast event celebrating America’s 250th anniversary — will begin on July 1 on the West Coast and pass through Nebraska from Sept.

15 to Sept. 24 and Iowa from Sept. 26 to Oct. 5. Registration is open online for athletes biking, running, or hiking.

North Fork Crossing

8-11 p.m. — Slowdown — Tickets from $48 — Experience an unforgettable live show at The Slowdown in Omaha.

Final Fridays @ the Conservatory

12-1 p.m. — Omaha Conservatory of Music — Complimentary coffee — End your month on a high note with an enriching musical performance and great company.

Strawberry Fest

9 a.m. – 9 p.m. — Nelson Produce Farm — Enjoy family fun and a vibrant fireworks show.

"Weird Al" Yankovic Live Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Baxter Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience a full-production multimedia comedy rock show featuring hits and fan favorites from the world's top-selling comedy recording artist.

Whiskey River Concert

8-11 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — $10 ADV / $15 DOS — Enjoy an evening of great music in a lively local venue.

Movie Storm

7-8:30 p.m. — The Backline Comedy Theatre — Free for Backline students/alumni — Enjoy playful improv acts with Tornado Warning and BCU creating spontaneous stories to lift your spirits.

Derek Hough Performance

7-10 p.m. — Orpheum Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of dance and music with Derek Hough, complete with VIP packages and a preshow Happy Hour.

The Mezcal Brothers Farewell Show

6-11 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — $20 — Celebrate the legacy of The Mezcal Brothers with their final performance and the release of their last album.

Bouncing Souls Concert with The Suicide Machines

7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Slowdown — Tickets available via Ticketmaster — Enjoy an energetic night featuring two iconic punk bands.

Blade 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk

5K and 1 Mile options — College of St. Mary campus — Cost not specified — Participate in a scenic run through Omaha with options for all ages.