Good morning, Omaha.

Eppley Airfield carried a record 530,157 passengers in June, a 1% increase over last June that officials credit to the College World Series (and stronger flight options).

Construction of the expansion continues with a preview of new gates in early November and a modern concourse opening next year.

Lincoln View Elementary held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday before the new school year, as parents, faculty, and students toured the new facility.

The school will open for classes on Aug. 12 and draws students from several local schools.

At UNO's Outlook Explorers Camp, visually impaired children learned adaptive archery techniques to build confidence and independence during a six-day summer camp at UNO plus organizers noted the activity provided a safe, supportive environment.

Peggy & Peter Stone say their 15-year-old son Paul missed medication at his day center after Nebraska DHHS shifted him from an Advanced funding tier to one that does not support 1-on-1 care.

They plan to keep him home while calling for changes in the funding and assessment process.

Former Nebraska senator Ben Sasse told CNN that his cancer diagnosis changed his view on life and death after being diagnosed last December.

He faces months to live and his doctor said an experimental drug is working well (offering new hope in pancreatic cancer care).

Nebraska has seen an increase in cyclosporiasis cases caused by a parasite that leads to severe diarrhea as part of a multistate outbreak.

The CDC is tracking thousands of infections linked to this health concern.

Papillion-La Vista South senior Addison Medeck, Nebraska’s top-ranked 2027 girls basketball player, committed to the Huskers on July 3 to play in the Big Ten; she chose Nebraska for her strong connection with coaches & teammates.

A UNO alumna turned sports reporter, Avarie Howard, leverages her love for sports at the Men’s College World Series where she handles live updates & interviews from Baseball Village outside Charles Schwab Field.

Her UNO experience paved the way for her dynamic role covering key game moments.

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.

Secret Formula Live with Spirit Awake & GRiMDOG

8-11 p.m. — Reverb Lounge — $10 ADV / $15 DOS — Experience the grooves of Omaha's local progressive rock scene with Secret Formula.