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Hi Omaha, hope you’re having a great weekend!
In today’s in-case-you-missed-it edition: New Millwork Hotel plans, steamboat Bertrand artifacts resurface, and The Price Is Right Live + the top stories from this week & a sneak peek at next week.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Omaha protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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📰 Most-clicked stories this week
A hotel vision emerges: Officials announced plans on Feb. 24 for the Millwork Hotel in Omaha’s Millwork Commons, opening in late 2027 with 144 rooms and a rooftop bar. More details to come — see what’s planned so far.
New road projects unveiled: State transportation officials announced projects in Omaha and Lincoln, including safety upgrades on Kennedy Freeway and an added lane both directions on I-680 between Pacific and Dodge, starting in April — see the full project list.
Forgotten shipment resurfaces: A trove from the 1865 Missouri River sinking of the steamboat Bertrand now fills DeSoto National Wildlife Refuge’s visitor center, recovered by two Omaha men around 1968 — learn about the artifacts.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 This week’s top finds
Serious wing upgrade: At Tracks Lounge, wings become a minor obsession, jumbo, crispy, and endlessly customizable. Go charred or double-dipped with sauces from Buffalo and Mango Habanero to Parmesan Garlic, plus the Triple Crown mash-up that plays nice with everything.
Tapas night, upgraded: Cumbia Omaha leans into shareable Latin flavors with patacones, empanadas, and bright house cocktails in a lively downtown spot perfect after work or before the Orpheum. A weeknight staple for splitting plates without overthinking the itinerary.
Indie night, anyone?: With curated lineups across two screens (the historic 300-seat Peggy Payne and the intimate Linder Microcinema), plus Lola’s for a pre- or post-film bite, Dundee Theater turns weeknights into a treat. Oscar Shorts roll through this week if you need a nudge.
Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn more about my favorite online options here.
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📆 Sneak peek at next week
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💰 The Price is Right Live! @ Orpheum Theatre | Tuesday (3/10) at 7:30 PM – Think you still know the price of toothpaste without Googling? Price is Right Live brings a celebrity host, classic games, and real prizes, so practice shouting from your seat, hope to get called down, and aim to be closest without going over.
🦁 Overnight at the Zoo & Aquarium @ Omaha Henry Doorly Zoo | Friday (3/13) at 6:00 PM – An overnight at the Omaha Zoo Aquarium means your 10-to-18-year-old gets bragging rights, and you get quiet. They’ll tour the zoo, make ocean-inspired art, watch a movie, and sleep under sharks. It’s free, space is tight, and yes, there are forms.
🌱 Seed Starting 101 @ Mulhall’s | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Winter got you staring at dead planters? Head to Mulhall’s for Seed Starting 101 with Celeste, covering soil, water, light, and decoding seed packets for veggies, annuals, and perennials. Use stuff you already own, raise sturdy seedlings, and be ready for planting season.
☘ St. Patrick’s Day Parade @ First National Bank | Saturday (3/14) at 10:30 AM – Take a break from errands and join Omaha’s 148th St. Patrick’s Day Parade with 50 Mile March and Ronco. We’ve got the Camo Commander, a shuttle, and candy. Walk or ruck, wear 50 Mile March shirts, and wave to half the city.
🍽 Sports For Kids 35th Annual Benefit Auction and Dinner @ DC Centre | Saturday (3/14) at 5:30 PM – If you like dressing up, talking sports, and outbidding your neighbor, the 35th annual Sports For Kids dinner at DC Centre delivers. Bid on memorabilia from Mahomes to Taylor Swift, eat well, try the wine pull, and do some good.
🛍 Spring Vendor Market @ Jewish Community Center | Sunday (3/15) at 11:00 AM – If your spring cleaning included your wallet, good news, entry is free. Swing by JCC Omaha’s Goldstein Venue for a laid-back vendor market, shop local makers and small businesses, catch up with friends and neighbors, and pretend browsing counts as cardio. Vendors, email [email protected].
📦 Everything You Need To Know About Downsizing @ NextHome Signature Real Estate | Sunday (3/15) at 3:00 PM – Take a break from rearranging the garage and learn how to downsize, minus the drama, at this free class. Practical tips for shedding stuff, keeping favorites, and avoiding a junk-drawer standoff. Seats are limited, so call or text 402-850-6044 to reserve at 13340 California Street.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Omaha report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 71°F – Low: 44°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 71. Southwest wind 9 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Later: Clear, with a low around 44. South southwest wind 8 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 73°F – Low: 46°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 73. Southwest wind around 7 mph. Later: Clear, with a low around 46. South wind around 6 mph.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
Most popular house this week
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