Monday, April 27, 2026

Heads up for pet parents: An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.*

College baseball's biggest stage: Single-game tickets for the 2026 Men's College World Series are now on sale at Charles Schwab Field Omaha. Games run June 12 to 21, with June 22 if needed -- learn more about ticket availability.

Neighborhood revitalization takes shape: Heart Ministry Center plans a 25,000-square-foot grocery store in North Omaha, aiming to help address a food desert and bring fresh options and local jobs to a long underserved neighborhood -- get all the details.

Cutting waste, growing community: Omaha's Hillside Solutions has launched the city's first curbside compost club with weekly pickups. Residents can get finished soil back or donate it to nearby farms, and sign-ups are underway -- see pricing and how it works.

The bill everyone over 50 should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half — this free comparison tool makes it easy.*

Retirees are making moves: After gold's best year in nearly five decades, more folks than ever are moving part of their savings into precious metals. Not all of it... just enough to hedge against inflation. AHG put together a free guide that explains how it works -- grab your copy here.*

Brunch that actually hits: Early Bird Brunch keeps mornings bright with playful spins on classics, like red velvet pancakes, clever bennys, and legit breakfast cocktails, all without the fuss. Tuesday feels like Sunday, thanks to plates that celebrate flavor and a vibe that’s easygoing, not extra.

Fresh finds for home vibes: At Great Finds Consignment Gallery, gently used furniture and decor find new homes across the neighborhood. Swap a tired coffee table, discover that just-right statement chair, and let the rotating treasures spark a mini refresh... your living room might even act brand new.

Fresh routes this week: Omaha’s MW Climbing keeps things lively with weekly route setting, beginner-friendly vibes, and plenty of bouldering to test that grip. Swing by for movement that actually feels new, then reward yourself at the in-gym café because sending deserves coffee.

The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →

Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as "normal wear and tear," and they're 100% on you. American Home Shield can help fill that gap for ~$1/day (even if your appliances and systems are really old).*See what it covers →

Selling your house doesn't have to take months: If you need to sell quickly — because you're downsizing, relocating, or just ready to close this chapter — Liz helps seniors sell their houses fast. As-is. No repairs, no showings, no drawn-out back-and-forth. You pick the closing date. *See how it works →

Unknown-number calls aren't random: Scammers don't just pick numbers out of a hat. They pay data brokers a few bucks and get everything they need to harass you, trick you, rob you, or steal your identity outright. Incogni removes all of your personal info from these data broker sites and keeps an eye out to make sure it stays gone for good. *Get protected →

For women who've been feeling off for years: The fatigue, the weight creeping up, the mood swings, the sleep that won't hold. Turns out most of those "it's just aging" problems are actually caused by hormones, and proper HRT can get you back to feeling like yourself. The catch? You can't get it without a full hormone panel and a doctor who understands what those numbers mean. Most women never get either, but Hone Health gives you both. *See how it works →

🎭 Mamma Mia! @ Orpheum Theatre | Tuesday (4/28) at 7:30 PM – Whether you know every ABBA lyric or just hum along, Mamma Mia! at the Orpheum brings the sing-along, sequins, and feel-good chaos. Consider it date night with great acoustics, comfy seats, and zero dishes. You might even see your neighbor dancing.

🌸 Spring Ephemerals Garden Tour @ Lauritzen Gardens | Thursday (4/30) at 6:00 PM – Grab your walking shoes and hop the garden tram for a guided peek at spring’s quick-change artists with plant records guru, Trent Erickson. Think bloodroots, shooting stars, and bluebells before the trees hog the spotlight. Pre-registration required. $20, members get 20% off.

🚮 Benson Spring Clean Up @ Omaha Home for Boys | Saturday (5/2) at 3:00 AM – Nothing says spring in Benson like tossing basement mysteries into a dumpster with your neighbors. Roll up to Omaha Home for Boys, unload guilt-free, feel smug about your tidy block. Want bonus points? Volunteer, and check Wasteline for accepted items, and alternate drop-off sites.

🛍 Spring Craft and Vendor Fair @ Papillion-La Vista South High School | Saturday (5/2) at 9:00 AM – The spring craft and vendor fair is taking over Papillion La Vista South with handmade goods, boutique finds, and plenty of hometown talent. Park once, browse endlessly, and pretend you only came for one thing. Support neighbors, snag gifts, and enjoy hallway people-watching.

🪴 Spring Flower and Plant Sale @ St. Luke United Methodist Church | Saturday (5/2) at 9:00 AM – Plant guilt-free, and let youth fundraise while you snag native perennials that come back, grasses, herbs, and veggies. Sourced from a Lincoln wholesaler and the nonprofit Big Garden, it is good for Nebraska’s ecosystem, your yard, and your conscience. Swing by St. Luke Great Room.

🌱 DIY: Summer Container Design Seminar @ Mulhall's | Saturday (5/2) at 9:00 AM – Porch pots tapping out by July? Container pro Jenny Beukenhorst demos foolproof summer planters, covering color, texture, and layers, plus the right mix, watering, fertilizing, and trimming, so your doorstep, balcony, or patio finally looks intentional, and stays that way, all season.

🚗 Cars’n Cakes Car Show and Pancake Feed! @ Stony Brook Church | Saturday (5/2) at 9:00 AM – Back for year two, think you can resist carbs and carburetors? This laid-back car show pairs shiny rides with a pancake-and-sausage plate, coffee or OJ, and a free-will donation that fuels mission work here and abroad. Kid playground, restrooms, and yes, the dog can come.

This Fairacres standout pairs everyday ease with serious entertaining. An open chef’s kitchen flows to a firelit family room and adjacent bar, plus a second-floor porch. Upstairs are five bedrooms with bath access, including a primary with fireplace and heated-floor spa bath. The walkout level adds a second kitchen and rec space, and a covered deck overlooks an iron-fenced yard.