Good morning, this is Omaha Local Pulse for Saturday, August 23, 2025.Starting off, the city wakes up to mild summer weather, with morning clouds slowly giving way to sun by mid-afternoon. Temperatures will stay comfortable, topping out in the low eighties, a relief after last week’s heat. It’s perfect if you’re heading out for neighborhood walks or planning to catch the volleyball exhibition at Baxter Arena.Breaking news out of downtown, city hall approved new safety upgrades for the intersections along Dodge Street after recent pedestrian incidents. Slower speed zones and extra crossing guards will be in place by next month. This comes just as council debates budget increases for first responders and local schools.The local job market remains steady. This week, CHI Health announced around two dozen openings in nursing and support roles. Meanwhile, two new startups opened in the Old Market tech zone, creating fifteen new positions. If you’re looking, the average entry-level wage edged up slightly, now hovering just above seventeen dollars per hour.Real estate trends show home prices holding firm and steady sales on homes near Elmwood Park and Dundee. The median listing price for a three-bedroom in these areas sits near three hundred ten thousand, while rentals around Midtown continue to draw young professionals. Realtors say more properties should hit the market by early September.On the cultural front, music fans have plenty to celebrate. Jazz on the Green returns tonight in Turner Park, featuring local saxophone legend Tom Hensley along with student ensembles from Omaha Central High. Admission is free, and food trucks will be parked along Farnam Street. Looking ahead, the Holland Center’s season launches next weekend with Broadway favorites and a free open house for families.We’re buzzing about the Omaha volleyball team’s exhibition match today at Baxter Arena. The Mavericks face Missouri at two p.m., coming off an impressive seventeen-win season last year. Fans can bring memorabilia for player autographs after the match, and the regular season kicks off next Friday night against Milwaukee. School sports also had a good week—Westside High’s girls soccer team clinched a regional qualifying spot and several local students earned recognition at Omaha North’s robotics showcase.Turning to business news, the city celebrates the grand opening of Mama Luna’s Bakery on Leavenworth, known for its strawberry rolls and fresh coffee. Sadly, longtime favorite Rick’s Hardware on South 50th closes its doors today after fifty years in business; the owners say retirement calls.A quick check on crime reports—police responded to an overnight burglary at a convenience store on Dodge and 42nd. No injuries reported, and officers have a suspect in custody. Area neighborhoods near Benson have noticed increased patrols after a recent spate of car break-ins, but new community watch groups are forming in response.To close, let’s lift our spirits with a feel-good story. Volunteers from Heartland Hope Mission organized a school supply drive, giving away over five hundred backpacks to children in north Omaha. One parent called it a blessing at just the right time. Our thanks to all who contributed.This has been Omaha Local Pulse. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates. Thanks for tuning in, and don’t forget to subscribe. 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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