Good morning, this is Omaha Local Pulse for Saturday, August 30, 2025.We wake up to a warm, muggy morning in Omaha, with temperatures climbing toward the upper 80s today and a slim chance of scattered afternoon thunderstorms. Meteorologists say to keep an eye on the sky if you’re headed to any outdoor events, but the storms should clear by evening, making way for a comfortable Saturday night.In breaking news, city officials confirmed late yesterday that plans to revamp the Saddle Creek corridor are officially moving forward, with construction crews expected to break ground next week. This means traffic detours along Saddle Creek Road near Dodge Street, so expect some delays during your commute. The project will bring new bike lanes, green spaces, and improved lighting, aiming to make the area safer and more accessible for everyone. The Omaha City Council also passed new guidelines this week for short-term rentals, making it easier for homeowners to host on platforms like Airbnb, while keeping stricter noise and parking regulations in place.Turning to jobs and business, the local job market continues to show strength with unemployment hovering just above three percent. Over one hundred new jobs are coming to Omaha’s tech sector, thanks to a new data center opening off 120th and L. On the real estate front, home prices have steadied, with the median price for a three-bedroom home now just under three hundred and twenty thousand dollars. A notable business development downtown—The Daily Grind coffee shop on Farnam just reopened after major renovations, debuting longer hours and a new locally sourced menu. Meanwhile, Mapletree Books, a family-run staple in Benson, announced it will close its doors next month due to slow sales—a reminder to support our small businesses.Community events are in full swing for the holiday weekend. Live jazz returns to Turner Park tonight at six, drawing musicians from across the Midwest. Tomorrow, the Omaha Farmers Market will take over the Old Market from eight to noon, offering farm-fresh produce and baked goods. And looking ahead, Labor Day brings the Heartland Pride Parade back to the downtown corridor, with floats lining up near 13th and Howard at ten AM on Monday.In local sports, the Nebraska volleyball team is off to a strong start. Last night, they swept Lipscomb in Nashville, breaking the attendance record at Allen Arena and moving their season record to three wins and zero losses. Fans from Omaha filled the stands, making their presence felt all the way from home.Omaha Public Schools are celebrating a big achievement as Burke High’s debate team took first place in a statewide tournament this week, with several students earning individual awards.Now, a quick look at public safety from the past 24 hours. Omaha police report a quiet night overall, with the exception of a stolen vehicle incident near 72nd and Maple. The vehicle was recovered within hours, and an arrest has been made. Officers remind us to lock our cars and stay aware.For a feel-good story to start your Saturday, neighbors in the Field Club area came together yesterday afternoon to clean up Hanscom Park. Dozens of volunteers cleared brush, replanted wildflowers, and organized games for kids, showing once again how Omaha comes together for our green spaces.Thank you for tuning in and be sure to subscribe so you never miss what’s happening in our city. 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 quietplease 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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