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Hello Omaha! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. 

In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Streetcar bond change, Huskerthon shatters its goal, and Guns & Hoses hockey challenge + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.

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📰 In the news

Financial shift reshapes city priorities: On March 3, Omaha City Council approved a streetcar bond change that reduces interest costs and could free millions for streetcar, bike lanes, and affordable housing, but not construction-impacted businesses — see how funds can be used.

Campus compassion in action: UNL students raised over $190,000 for Children’s Nebraska in Omaha, surpassing a $130,000 goal during this year’s Huskerthon, celebrating 25 miracle families with games, music, and stories — see what made Huskerthon special.

Nonprofit launches local project: Habitat for Humanity of Omaha is seeking residents for its first new row housing build in Papillion. The nonprofit is accepting applications from families interested in affordable homeownership — get all the details.

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.

Highlights this week:

• Pick up free pet supplies
• Brunch panel benefiting Girls Inc. of Omaha
• Experience Young Dubliners’ Hot Toddy Tour
• Unlock clinical-level wellness data from home

💎 Local business spotlight

Your flaky pie fix: When your freezer and Sunday self crave an easier morning, Carter & Rye has rotating sweet-and-savory hand pies baked from scratch, along with take-home frozen options to stash for the week. Buttery crusts, seasonal fillings, and no fuss mornings… that’s the routine.

Petals that land right: When your space needs an instant mood lift, Janousek Florist brings hand-designed arrangements and easy, friendly service that make you look effortlessly on top of things. Treat yourself or surprise someone this week, no reason required; color, scent, and joy arrive together.

Chalk up this week: Whether you’re new to the wall or chasing a redpoint, Approach Climbing Gym serves up bouldering, top rope, and lead routes, sharp coaching, and easygoing community vibes in one spot. Skip the treadmill and climb something that actually goes somewhere; it beats running in place.

These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.

🫶 We got your back

Your data is for sale right now: There are over 400 websites selling your info to marketers, political campaigns, and scammers. They’ve got your phone number, home address, relatives’ names… you name it. That’s how robocallers seem to know everything about you before you pick up. You can remove your info one site at a time, or pay a service to do it for you. Here’s what we recommend →

Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →

What doctors wish every 65+ adult had at home: Physicians call it “long-lie,” and it’s the real reason falls are so dangerous for older adults. It’s not a broken bone… it’s lying on the floor for hours waiting for someone to notice. We dug into the options that actually solve this problem, and one stood out. See which one →

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. Check out my favorite online options →

📆 Fun for the whole fam

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

🧱 Get Building! Bricks @ The Durham Museum | Wednesday (3/11) at 10:00 AM – At The Durham, the Lincoln/Omaha LEGO Users Group is basically turning the museum into a hands-on brick playground for builders of all ages. Check out fan-made creations, tackle build stations, and rediscover the joy of snapping plastic, patience, and imagination together.

🍀 STEAM Camp ‘Leprechaun Trap’ @ BounceU | Friday (3/13) at 10:00 AM – Drop your pint-sized engineers at Challenge Island Omaha Northwest for a hands-on STEAM adventure where they learn simple machines and build the ultimate leprechaun trap. Ages 5 to 14, $30 per child. You get a breather, they get science, glitter, and bragging rights.

🐟 St. Pat’s 20th Anniversary Fish Fry Season @ St. Patrick Catholic Chapel & School (Elkhorn) | Friday (3/13) at 5:00 PM – St. Pat’s is celebrating 20 years of fish-fry glory with fried or baked pollock, shrimp in the gym, and the sacred sides, plus beer, wine, margaritas. Adults $17, kids $10, littles free. Expect clowns, live music, raffle prizes, pickle cards, and the Meat Wheel.

🎭 Seussical Jr. @ Marian High School Theater | Friday (3/13) at 6:00 PM – Nothing beats a kid-fueled musical to remind you joy still exists, so catch the first Seussical Jr. performance from MKS Studio. Expect bright costumes, big voices, and earworms for days, plus proud-parent energy and surprisingly tight choreography. Yes, you will hum it all week.

🍳 Breakfast with Grimace! @ McDonald’s | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Kick off Spring Break with the big purple legend at the McDonald’s on 168th and Maple. Grab a McMuffin, let the kids snap a pic with Grimace, and relive those birthday party vibes, minus the ball pit, plus hot coffee.

🍀 Make Your Own Luck Craft @ Sheelytown Market | Saturday (3/14) at 12:00 PM – Think you can DIY a little good fortune? Swing by this monthly drop-in craft hangout for all ages, make luck-inspired projects at your own pace, and let them handle the glitter, glue, and chaos. Materials are covered, no registration, plus a bonus storytime.

🏒 2026 Guns & Hoses Hockey Challenge @ Baxter Arena | Sunday (3/15) at 3:00 PM – Red vs. blue hits the ice as local firefighters and police face off for charity, more bragging rights than body checks. You get lively hockey, a Kids Zone with shiny trucks, and themed drinks, all for $16, and call Baxter Arena to skip extra fees.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Omaha report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 50°F – Low: 31°F – Precip: 43%

A chance of rain and snow before 7am. Partly sunny, with a high near 50. North northwest wind 13 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 31. West wind 3 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 67°F – Low: 38°F – Precip: 0%

Partly sunny, with a high near 67. South southwest wind 6 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 32 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 38. West southwest wind 14 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph.

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