Good morning, this is Omaha Local Pulse for Thursday, May 8, 2025.The Omaha Mavericks softball team begins their quest for a third straight Summit League tournament title today in Brookings, South Dakota. As the top seed after earning a share of the regular season championship for the first time in program history, the Mavs face North Dakota at 11 a.m. The team enters the tournament with an impressive 36-10 record and the highest NCAA RPI in program history at number 47. Eight players earned All-Conference honors, with sophomore Maddia Groff named Pitcher of the Year and senior Maggie O'Brien taking Defensive Player of the Year.Over at City Hall, the Omaha/Douglas Public Building Commission is meeting this morning at 8:30 in the Legislative Chamber of the Civic Center on Farnam Street. The commission oversees public buildings and facilities throughout the city and county.For those interested in mental health resources, the UNMC Department of Neurological Sciences has opened registration for a full-day symposium on post-traumatic stress disorder. The event is scheduled for June 6 and will bring together experts to discuss the latest research and treatment approaches for PTSD.Weather-wise, we're looking at a mild spring day in the metro area. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities along the riverfront or at Heartland of America Park. Remember to support local businesses downtown during your lunch break.In community news, several neighborhood associations are preparing for weekend clean-up events as we head into the warmer months. The North Omaha Community Alliance will be hosting their monthly meeting tonight at the Highlander Accelerator building on North 30th Street, focusing on summer youth programs.Omaha Public Schools are wrapping up their final weeks before summer break, with several high schools announcing graduation ceremony details. Central High School's spring musical opens tomorrow night, showcasing the talents of our local students.On the business front, the Old Market welcomes a new farm-to-table restaurant opening this weekend, while construction continues on the mixed-use development near 72nd and Dodge.Local authorities report a quiet 24 hours in terms of major incidents across the metro area, though police remind residents to secure homes and vehicles as temperatures rise, typically leading to increased property crimes.This has been Omaha Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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