Good morning, this is Omaha Local Pulse for Saturday, May 31, 2025.
We wake up today with bright skies and a wave of summer heat already settling in. Temps are rising fast and we’re looking at a hot, sunny Saturday across Douglas and Sarpy Counties, with highs climbing into the mid-90s. Expect plenty of sun through the day, so remember your sunscreen if you’re headed to the park or the Farmers Market. Storms are possible early next week, so enjoy the dry weather while it lasts.
Our breaking news this morning: Omaha’s property valuation notices started arriving in mailboxes. Homeowners along West Center Road and up in Florence are seeing new numbers, and many are reaching out to county offices for clarification. If you have questions, Douglas County recommends reaching out before the June appeals deadline.
The City Council’s been busy. This week, city hall approved the next phase of the Millwork District redevelopment near 13th and Nicholas. New parking structures and retail spaces are on the way, boosting jobs and transforming North Downtown. Council finance leaders say funding is secure for projects through 2027.
There’s also news on water infrastructure. Residents in Valley are watching crews work overtime to address ongoing water supply issues. The city is promising updates as improvements reach completion this summer.
The real estate market remains lively. New listings downtown and in Benson have homes moving fast, with median sale prices for single-family homes climbing just above three-hundred thousand. On the job front, local manufacturing and logistics companies are posting more than a hundred new openings this week, especially around South Omaha’s industrial corridor.
Culturally, the city is buzzing with anticipation tonight as the Nebraska Theater Academy hosts its annual showcase at the Orpheum Theater. High school students from across the state, including Central and Burke, will take the big stage at 7:30, capping off a week of rehearsals and celebrations.
On the sports side, the Creighton Bluejays baseball team rolled past the Jayhawks last night in the Fayetteville regional, giving Omaha fans something big to cheer for. Meanwhile, recognitions are pouring in for North High School’s robotics team, which just landed a spot at the national finals.
On the business front, a new locally owned pet supply shop opened on Leavenworth, offering affordable food and care products—timely news, as pet food pantries across Omaha report rising demand.
Turning to community safety, Omaha Police responded to a late-night burglary near 72nd and Dodge. Officers made a swift arrest and report no injuries. The department urges us all to double-check locks, especially as summer travel picks up.
Rounding out our morning, a feel-good story from Benson where neighbors rallied to clean up Maple Street after last night’s thunderstorm. Volunteers cleared debris and even arranged to help an elderly resident repair her fence. It’s moments like these that remind us what Omaha is all about.
This has been Omaha Local Pulse. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
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