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A century outdoors: Showcasing the history of Nebraskaland magazine

A century outdoors: Showcasing the history of Nebraskaland magazine

  • The Durham Museum

The Durham Museum’s exhibition highlights 100 years of Nebraskaland magazine, featuring historic photography, art, interactive displays and anniversary programming.

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Newly Listed Homes near Gretna, NE — Updated Jun. 17, 2026

Newly Listed Homes near Gretna, NE — Updated Jun. 17, 2026

    A look at the newest homes for sale near Gretna, NE. Browse the newest listings, with photos and prices, and see what's new on the market this week.

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    10 things to do in August in Omaha

    10 things to do in August in Omaha

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    Plan August in Omaha with riverfront parks, hot air balloons, zoo adventures, river tubing, golf, nature trails, and more family-friendly outdoor activities.

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    Omaha soccer guide: 10 things every fan needs to do

    Omaha soccer guide: 10 things every fan needs to do

    • Visit Omaha

    Plan a soccer-focused Omaha trip with top bars, neighborhoods, The RiverFront, Capitol District watch parties, steakhouses and cultural stops during 2026 tournaments.

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    Uno student earns national FBLA collegiate honors

    Uno student earns national FBLA collegiate honors

    • University of Nebraska at Omaha

    UNO student Jacie Ambrose earned top FBLA Collegiate honors, including the Gold Excellence Award, at the national leadership conference in Las Vegas.

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    4,300 students named to spring 2026 deans and chancellors lists

    4,300 students named to spring 2026 deans and chancellors lists

    • University of Nebraska at Omaha

    More than 4,300 UNO students earned placement on the spring 2026 Chancellor's and Dean's Lists, recognizing outstanding academic performance across the university.

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    Researchers train security practitioners on emerging AI risks

    Researchers train security practitioners on emerging AI risks

    • University of Nebraska at Omaha

    NCITE researchers at three universities ran hands-on workshops to train security practitioners on deepfakes, VR digital twins, risks, mitigation, and AI tools.

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    Omaha street lane restrictions beginning June 17, 2026

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    Omaha will implement multiple lane restrictions and signal work starting June 17, 2026, at 9 a.m. on key streets and intersections for utility projects.

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    Uno student earns national FBLA collegiate honors

    Uno student earns national FBLA collegiate honors

      UNO student Jacie Ambrose earned top FBLA Collegiate honors, including the Gold Excellence Award, at the national leadership conference in Las Vegas.

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      4,300 students named to spring 2026 deans and chancellors lists

      4,300 students named to spring 2026 deans and chancellors lists

        More than 4,300 UNO students earned placement on the spring 2026 Chancellor's and Dean's Lists, recognizing outstanding academic performance across the university.

        Better together 5K street closure in Omaha June 13, 2026

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        On June 13, 2026, from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m., portions of Beford Avenue and North 48th Street into Fontenelle Park will close for the Better Together 5K in Omaha.

        Omaha street closures for June 13, 2026 events

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        Omaha will close portions of North 38th, Harney and Burdette streets on June 13, 2026, for a block party, Mercantile Fanfest and a community cookout.

        Omaha street lane restrictions starting June 9, 2026

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        Omaha will impose short-term lane restrictions on South 192nd, North 168th and at South 144th and West Center Road in June 2026 for repairs and utility work.

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        Researchers train security practitioners on emerging AI risks

        Researchers train security practitioners on emerging AI risks

          NCITE researchers at three universities ran hands-on workshops to train security practitioners on deepfakes, VR digital twins, risks, mitigation, and AI tools.

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          Brady Jedlicka pursues aviation and UAS at UNO

          Brady Jedlicka pursues aviation and UAS at UNO

            UNO Aviation Institute student Brady Jedlicka combines flight training, UAS studies, and campus leadership as he builds a career in piloting and aerial photography.

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            Fournier named Mavericks head baseball coach

            Fournier named Mavericks head baseball coach

              Omaha names veteran coach and NJCAA Hall of Famer Rob Fournier as head baseball coach, bringing more than 1,100 wins and extensive recruiting success.

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              Emma Klein balances track success and elementary teaching

              Emma Klein balances track success and elementary teaching

                UNO track standout Emma Klein caps a record-setting jumping career while completing her degree and preparing to teach first grade near her hometown in Missouri.

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                Lights knock out Bellevue in Frontier quarterfinal

                Lights knock out Bellevue in Frontier quarterfinal

                  Montana State University–Northern upset Bellevue 83-74 in the Frontier quarterfinal, shooting 52% and closing strong at the line to advance to Sunday’s semifinal.

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                  Uno curling club reaches first national quarterfinal

                  Uno curling club reaches first national quarterfinal

                    UNO’s three-year-old curling club reached the College Nationals quarterfinals in Schenectady, New York, highlighting the sport’s growth and welcoming team culture.

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                    Bruins complete four-game sweep at No. 25 CMU

                    Bruins complete four-game sweep at No. 25 CMU

                      No. 22 Bellevue scored 26 runs in a doubleheader at No. 25 Central Methodist, taking 15-5 and 11-9 wins to complete a four-game road sweep and move to 12-2.

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                      Borngrebe’s two-hit shutout helps WSC split with MSU Moorhead

                      Borngrebe’s two-hit shutout helps WSC split with MSU Moorhead

                        Sophomore pitcher Kennadi Borngrebe threw a two-hit shutout as Wayne State softball earned a doubleheader split with MSU Moorhead at the Pete Chapman Softball Complex.

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                        Schuyler’s school-record nine RBI leads WSC sweep

                        Schuyler’s school-record nine RBI leads WSC sweep

                          Senior second baseman Paul Schuyler drove in a school-record nine runs as Wayne State beat Bemidji State 19-7 in seven innings to complete a three-game NSIC sweep.

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                          WSC women earn three wins, NCAA provisional mark at Wildcat Classic

                          WSC women earn three wins, NCAA provisional mark at Wildcat Classic

                            Wayne State women earned three event wins and an NCAA provisional discus mark at the Wildcat Outdoor Classic, highlighted by victories in shot put, long jump and hurdles.

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                            A century outdoors: Showcasing the history of Nebraskaland magazine

                            A century outdoors: Showcasing the history of Nebraskaland magazine

                              The Durham Museum’s exhibition highlights 100 years of Nebraskaland magazine, featuring historic photography, art, interactive displays and anniversary programming.

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                              Newly Listed Homes near Gretna, NE — Updated Jun. 17, 2026

                              Newly Listed Homes near Gretna, NE — Updated Jun. 17, 2026

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                              A look at the newest homes for sale near Gretna, NE. Browse the newest listings, with photos and prices, and see what's new on the market this week.

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                              10 things to do in August in Omaha

                              10 things to do in August in Omaha

                                Plan August in Omaha with riverfront parks, hot air balloons, zoo adventures, river tubing, golf, nature trails, and more family-friendly outdoor activities.

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                                Omaha soccer guide: 10 things every fan needs to do

                                Omaha soccer guide: 10 things every fan needs to do

                                  Plan a soccer-focused Omaha trip with top bars, neighborhoods, The RiverFront, Capitol District watch parties, steakhouses and cultural stops during 2026 tournaments.

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                                  Union Omaha captain’s favorite Omaha spots for food and fun

                                  Union Omaha captain’s favorite Omaha spots for food and fun

                                    Union Omaha captain Conor Doyle shares his favorite Omaha spots for brunch, date nights, coffee, zoo trips and why visitors should catch a Union Omaha match.

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                                    How a UNO student is using flowers to comfort older adults

                                    How a UNO student is using flowers to comfort older adults

                                      UNO student Tala Serhan’s Bloom Beyond repurposes donated event flowers into bouquets that brighten assisted-living and memory care facilities in Omaha.

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                                      $5 admission after 5 p.m. Tuesdays June through August

                                      $5 admission after 5 p.m. Tuesdays June through August

                                        The Durham Museum in Omaha offers $5 admission after 5 p.m. on Tuesday nights June–August, including access to its Disney costume exhibition and all galleries.

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                                        Omaha summer festivals with balloons, sunflowers and culture

                                        Omaha summer festivals with balloons, sunflowers and culture

                                          Plan a summer trip to Omaha with hot air balloon shows, sunflower fields, farm festivals, cider tastings and cultural celebrations showcasing food, music and art.

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