Good morning, Omaha.

Dozens gathered yesterday at Nebraska State Fair to dedicate a bench in memory of former NCN chief forecaster Kent Boughton (known for his reliable local weather reports) and honor his service to our community.

Durham Museum is partnering with Omaha Common Senses Festival to host a new locomotive-themed photography exhibit called One-Track Mind by Blair Bunting.

The exhibit is open now through Oct. 4 and Bunting will present his work on Sept. 17 at Union Station.

Angie Centarri (Academic Advisor II at UNO) was named Academic Advisor of the Year for 2025 to 2026 after receiving a $500 award and certificate at the Spring Staff Appreciation and Awards Celebration on April 30; her leadership as UNO Academic Advising Council Vice President has boosted student success.

Volunteers prepared tiny violins, cellos and goodie bags for children joining Omaha’s new String Sprouts program.

The initiative offers accessible early-childhood music education to local young musicians.

Hundreds of veterans and their families gathered at the National Guard office in Yutan to receive free dental care today.

Council approved a plan today to replace vacant buildings at 25th and Center Streets in South Omaha with 198 affordable apartments and townhomes—supported by tax increment financing—with construction scheduled for later this year.

Jordy Frahm has joined the Husker softball staff and said he is grateful for the opportunity to bring his experience to the team — he will begin his role this season.

No. 1 Nebraska swept No. 2 Texas in three sets (25-19, 25-19, 25-16) during the Players Era Volleyball Showcase in Vegas on Aug.

30. The victory gives the Cornhuskers a strong season start as they prepare for their upcoming contests.

Omaha women's soccer played Lindenwood to a scoreless draw Sunday morning at Caniglia Field, taking seven shots compared with four by Lindenwood.

The Mavericks will face Idaho State at 7 p.m. CT on Thursday, Sept. 3.

The Nebraska Cornhuskers swept the Texas Longhorns in three sets by scores of 25 to 19, 25 to 19, and 25 to 16 at the Players Era Volleyball Showcase in Las Vegas today, drawing fans from across the country.

Nebraska senior setter Bergen Reilly (30 assists) won MVP at the Players Era Volleyball Showcase in Vegas, where the Huskers swept Texas in three sets.