Good morning, this is Omaha Local Pulse for Thursday, August 14th. We’re kicking off with a look at what’s happening across our city today.Let’s begin with today’s breaking news and weather. According to KMTV, much of Omaha woke up to mild temperatures and a little early morning haze. We’re looking at a high near eighty, with the chance for more humidity later this afternoon and a possible pop-up shower around rush hour. If you’re planning to check out community events or hit the trail, a hat and some sunscreen are still wise. Weekend forecasts show a slight cooldown, so it’s looking good for those outdoor plans.From City Hall, action this week centered on public safety and infrastructure. The city council approved funds to expand the Leavenworth Street bike lanes, aiming for safer paths before school starts next week. Officials hope this will ease traffic and make walk-to-school routes safer for hundreds of Omaha families.Turning to developments in local crime reporting, KETV shared that an in-custody death of a 43-year-old Bellevue man on Sunday is now under active investigation. Bellevue police have stated they’re cooperating fully with state officials, and the man’s identity will be released following family notification. Our thoughts are with all those affected by this incident.In the job market, Omaha continues to push back against national economic uncertainty with over five hundred job openings posted just this week. New positions come from Children’s Hospital, Union Pacific, and health tech startups expanding in Aksarben Village. Local recruiters say candidates with advanced tech and healthcare skills are in especially high demand.On real estate, the Omaha Association of Realtors notes nearly one hundred fifty homes sold across Douglas and Sarpy counties last week, with the median price hovering just under three hundred thousand dollars. Neighborhoods near Elmwood Park and Benson remain hot spots for new listings. Local agents report bidding wars are slowing, which could mean a little more breathing room if you’re buying.For something lighter, there’s excitement brewing at HobbyTown HobbyPlex off North 96th Street. This week, the shop has unveiled their summer release lineup, featuring new hobby kits, RC powerboats, and expanded summer hours for families and enthusiasts. It’s the week for racing and building as their annual HobbyPlex Summer Bash gears up this Saturday.Let’s celebrate our community’s achievements in education. Gretna Schools has officially opened their very first inclusive playground at Palisades Elementary, welcoming students of all abilities. Ralston Public Schools also completed a three-year bond project, upgrading facilities just in time for the new year.In sports, it’s opening night for Omaha Mavericks women’s soccer as they welcome Northern Colorado to Caniglia Field. The action kicks off at seven this evening. The team is coming off a ten-win season and has a roster packed with returning stars and promising newcomers. Get out there if you can, or stream the match on the Summit League Network.The University of Nebraska Medical Center is proud today as three faculty members receive the President’s Excellence Awards for teaching and innovation. Among them, Dr. Betsy Becker is especially lauded for her innovative leadership in physical therapy education. It’s a great boost for Omaha’s reputation in world-class health research and training.Looking ahead, the Benson First Friday art walk is set for tomorrow night, featuring local artists and musicians on Maple Street. Also, Stinson Park’s weekly summer concert series welcomes the Midwest Dueling Pianos this Saturday at six, so pack a blanket and enjoy.Wrapping on a feel-good note, a group of Millard West High School students has raised over four thousand dollars this summer to help classmates in need with back-to-school supplies. Their work is already making a difference on the first day of classes next week.Thanks for tuning in and don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss a beat. This has been Omaha Local Pulse. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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