Good morning, Omaha.

A 38-acre campus in southwest Omaha hosts a church, mosque and synagogue as part of the Tri-Faith Initiative — neighbors cross Abraham’s Bridge over Hell’s Creek to foster shared dialogue.

Former state Sen. Ernie Chambers celebrated his 89th birthday on Saturday when his daughter unveiled his Legacy Library and an exhibit of Black pioneers at the Saratoga Multicultural Center in north Omaha.

The event highlighted his 46 year legislative career and lasting community impact.

Ollie the Trolley is launching a Prohibition-era speakeasy tour that takes Omaha riders back in time to explore 1920s hidden gems plus local lore.

The tour will soon offer an engaging look at the city's past in historic neighborhoods.

The Omaha Public Schools board has designated the North High Stadium project as the Gene R.

Haynes Stadium to honor the longtime teacher known as Mr. North High. The project, part of Project Game ON, will open in summer 2027.

UNO Criss Library honored the Grace Abbott School of Social Work faculty as Textbook Maverick Honorees for advancing textbook affordability — the school is developing an online Bachelor of Social Work with no-cost materials, set to launch Fall 2026 with a cohort of 25 students.

UNO uses no-cost and low-cost course materials to help students save money, earn higher grades and stay enrolled.

Research shows that students in these courses have higher retention + better GPAs, and the program is expected to save nearly $10 million this summer.

The City of Omaha said West Dodge Road between 94th and 96th streets will be restricted to one lane for curb repairs for one week.

Several other streets will have temporary closures or lane shifts for repair work (details by Omaha Public Works).

University of Nebraska leaders say Gov. Pillen's directive to cut spending by at least 5% will cost the system about $36 million and may force further cuts (including program reviews) after the memo was shared last Wednesday.

Nebraska health officials (following CDC directives) are monitoring 1 to 10 cases of cyclosporiasis linked to contaminated produce as cases rise nationwide.

Doctors urge residents to wash fresh produce thoroughly to lower their risk.

The American Red Cross and Nebraska Community Blood Bank declared blood emergencies today and urged donors to schedule appointments promptly.

LOVB Nebraska unveiled its new 2026 season roster today in Omaha — featuring four former Cornhuskers, eight newcomers, and five returnees.

The team aims to strengthen professional volleyball while celebrating strong local talent.

ON Brand 2026 Conference

8 AM - 3:30 PM — Mike & Josie Harper Center — $175 Professional Registration — Engage in workshops and keynotes exploring the latest branding trends and community storytelling.

Backline's Best

7-8:30 p.m. — The Backline Comedy Theatre — Free for students and alumni — Enjoy Omaha's finest improv acts with a rotating lineup every month.

Omaha Girls Rock Amplify Showcase

1-7 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — Celebrate the talent of youth bands as they perform original songs after a week of music-making.

The Black Keys Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — The Astro — Cost info unavailable — Experience the electrifying blues-rock sounds of Grammy-winning duo The Black Keys with fan-favorite hits.

Youth Talent Show Finals

Doors at 5:30 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — Free entry — Witness the top young talents in performing arts showcase their skills in an exciting final showdown.

Mike Thomas Band Live Performance

8-11 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — $15 — Experience the raw storytelling of Americana fused with country grooves from Mike Thomas.

Nordic Soundscapes with ííS

7:30-8:30 p.m. — Joslyn Castle & Gardens — Free entry — Experience a blend of Nordic folk melodies and soundscapes with Eric Higgins and Marie Sønderskov.

Matt Geiler Improvised Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — The Backline Comedy Theatre — Free for students/alumni — Enjoy a fast-paced, interactive concert where audience suggestions fuel hilarious songs and jams.

2026 BluesEd Season Finale

1-7 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — Free — Experience the best of local blues with live performances from four exciting bands.

Heart to Heart Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — BLUEBARN Theatre — Check the website for pricing — Experience an intimate evening of love songs performed by festival artists.