Good morning, Omaha.

NFL star and Millard West alum Harrison Phillips teamed with the Salvation Army and KETV to distribute school supplies to 180 children in Omaha.

He held the back-to-school event before heading to Jets training camp (supporting kids with special needs and financial challenges).

Theresa Hoang and her husband opened a Smoothie King franchise on West Maple a few months ago, and their venture is part of a new wave of development attracting more business in the area.

Multiple new businesses are opening near 180th and West Maple in Elkhorn, including Baker’s grocery store — slated to open in early 2027 — as Douglas County studies expanding West Maple to add a third lane each way to ease traffic.

Omaha Performing Arts announced a film-to-concert event where the classic holiday film Love Actually will play with live orchestral music at the Orpheum Theater on Dec.

14 (tickets go on sale Friday at 10 a.m.).

Gio Gomez, a recent UNO graduate with dual degrees who re-founded the Pre-Law Society, is spending a gap year as a chapter consultant to prepare for law school.

His journey, inspired by personal challenges and his great-grandmother's advice to 'be somebody,' fuels his commitment to help others.

The consulate will relocate on August 1 from its Farnam Street location to 330 North 117th Street, southeast of 120th & West Dodge Road.

It provides passport and civil services for Mexican nationals and some services for U.S. citizens, and its current building is now on sale.

Daraxonrasib, an investigational drug available at Nebraska Medicine's Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center, now offers hope by doubling survival time for advanced pancreatic cancer patients who do not respond to chemotherapy.

The treatment became available last week through an expanded access program, according to oncologist Kelsey Klute.

Douglas County Health Director Dr. Lindsay Huse stated Taco Bell is not linked to the cyclospora outbreak as officials tally 27 cases from July 20 + residents are advised to seek medical advice if experiencing gastrointestinal symptoms.

Nebraska sports icon Tom Osborne was named the first living inductee into the State Hall of Fame when commissioners unanimously approved his nomination Wednesday afternoon + he earned three national championships with Cornhusker football + and he mentored young people throughout his career.

Coach Rhule is in his fourth season with the Huskers, and Damon Benning of Husker Radio Network said the team has its most complete roster yet.

Key players including center Justin Evans (tight end Luke Lindenmeyer and defensive back Andrew Marshall) will attend Big Ten Media Days in Chicago on July 30.

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.

Anthony Green Live Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — The Slowdown — Tickets starting at $66 — Experience an unforgettable night with Anthony Green in Omaha.

System Of A Clown - Tribute to System Of A Down

7-11 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — $20 ADV / $25 DOS — Experience an unforgettable tribute to System Of A Down with clown-themed antics and energetic performances.

Meteorik Presents: WRATH Vol.2

7-11 p.m. — Reverb Lounge — Tickets start at $32 — Experience an unforgettable evening at Wrath: Vol. 2 in Omaha.

Omaha Orchestra Finale

4-6 p.m. — University of Nebraska Omaha — Free entry — Experience the Festival Orchestra's vibrant new music inspired by the beauty of birds and motion.

Little Stranger Concert

7-8 PM — The Admiral Theater — $ — Experience the uplifting tunes and positive vibes brought by Tropidelic's frontman Matthew Roads.

Jakob Nowell and Codefendants Live Show

7-10 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — $28 ADV / $35 DOS — Experience the fusion of California vibes and internet culture with Jakob Nowell's new project, Jakobs Castle.