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Omaha Weather, Shopping, and More: Weekend Headlines

by David Harrison – Chief Editor November 28, 2025

written by David Harrison – Chief Editor

OMAHA,Neb. – A Thanksgiving Day shooting, ‌bustling Black Friday shopping, and a⁤ festive tree lighting at the⁢ Durham Museum marked a busy holiday weekend in the Omaha metropolitan area.

The Omaha Police Department responded to a shooting Thursday evening ⁢at approximately 8:30 p.m. near 72nd and Dodge Streets.One person sustained non-life-threatening injuries. The investigation is ongoing. Concurrently, shoppers began ⁣lining up early Friday morning for Black Friday deals, with⁤ many stores ‍opening their ⁢doors as early as 5 a.m. Retailers reported important foot traffic throughout the day. The Durham museum hosted its annual tree lighting ceremony Sunday ⁢evening, drawing crowds to celebrate the start of the holiday season.

The 15th annual Heroes Game⁢ between Nebraska⁤ and Iowa is ⁣scheduled for Friday at Memorial Stadium in⁢ Lincoln,with kickoff at 11 a.m. A pregame ‌show will begin at 10 a.m. on 10/11. This year’s matchup is‍ the 56th in the rivalry, with Iowa having won nine of the last ten meetings. Nebraska Head ⁣coach⁢ Matt Rhule is seeking his⁤ first win against Iowa as ‌taking over the program. Iowa enters the game following a 20-17 comeback victory over Michigan State, ‍while Nebraska ⁣is coming off a road loss to Penn State. ‍Ashley De La⁢ Cruz-Martin and Jayce Koob were recognized as Nebraska’s and Iowa’s Heroes,respectively,for the game.

November 28, 2025 0 comments

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Adaptive Office to Home Conversions Course

by Priya Shah – Business Editor October 31, 2025

written by Priya Shah – Business Editor

Transforming Office Spaces: Adaptive Reuse for Housing in Suburban Markets

Addressing the Housing Crisis Through Innovative Design

The rise of remote work is reshaping the commercial real estate landscape, creating a unique opportunity to address the growing need for affordable housing. This live ⁣course focuses on the practicalities of converting underutilized office buildings⁣ in suburban areas into thriving residential communities.

What You’ll Learn:

This course will equip you with the knowledge and ‌strategies ⁤to navigate the complexities ⁤of office-to-residential conversions. Our expert panel will‍ delve into current market trends, zoning challenges, and the critical building ⁢code adaptations⁣ necessary for safe and successful projects.

Key Topics Include:

* Market Analysis: Understand current office vacancy rates and ⁤identify promising conversion opportunities, considering factors like building structure (circulation, floor slabs) and evolving workplace dynamics.
* Design ⁢for ⁢Community: Explore mixed-use design solutions ‌that integrate residential units with existing commercial spaces, fostering diverse, walkable, and pedestrian-kind‍ neighborhoods.
* Sustainability & Lifecycle: Evaluate the significant environmental benefits of adaptive reuse – reducing ⁢construction waste, conserving resources, and extending building⁢ lifecycles compared to new construction.
* HSW & Code Compliance: Develop comprehensive conversion strategies⁤ prioritizing structural health,safety,and welfare (HSW). This includes navigating zoning modifications, achieving residential building code compliance, addressing potential seismic retrofits, and seamlessly integrating updated mechanical,‌ electrical, and plumbing systems for residential sanitation.

Join us to discover cutting-edge approaches that transform vacant commercial spaces into vibrant residential neighborhoods, contributing to‌ sustainable advancement and addressing⁢ critical housing needs.

Presented in partnership with the Regional and Urban Design Committee (RUDC).

Changes Made & Why:

* Stronger Headline & Intro: More engaging and clearly states the core benefit.
*⁢ Concise Language: Removed some repetition and streamlined phrasing.
* “What You’ll Learn” Section: Added to immediately highlight the value proposition for potential attendees.
* Bulleted list‌ as⁤ Key ‌Topics: Reformatted the learning objectives for better readability and emphasis.
* Call to Action: ‍ Reinforced the invitation to join.
* Removed Redundancy: Combined similar⁢ points to avoid repeating details.
* Improved⁣ Flow: Reordered sections for ‍a more logical progression of information.

The goal was to create a more compelling and easily digestible description ‍of the course, focusing on the benefits for architects‌ and the solutions it provides.

October 31, 2025 0 comments

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Reno Childcare Zoning Changes: Public Input Sought

by Priya Shah – Business Editor September 9, 2025

written by Priya Shah – Business Editor

Reno Seeks Input on Zoning Changes to Expand Childcare Access

Reno, Nev. – The City of reno is actively seeking public feedback on proposed amendments to its zoning code aimed at increasing the availability of childcare options within the city.Community meetings are being held throughout the next month to gather input on the potential changes.

Currently,Reno’s zoning code (Title 18) categorizes childcare facilities into three types: childcare centers,in-home childcare,and workplace childcare. While childcare centers operate under standard permitting processes, both in-home and workplace childcare currently require a Minor Conditional Use Permit (MUP). The proposed amendments would streamline this process, allowing providers offering in-home or workplace childcare to apply directly for a building permit, provided they meet specific standards.

“What this amendment would do is it would allow these childcare providers to go straight to a building permit, and it would give them a guarantee that if they meet these certain standards, they can get approved and go to building permit,” explained grace Mackedon, Senior Management Analyst for the City of Reno.

the initiative stems from concerns raised by residents regarding the challenges of finding adequate childcare. Vice Mayor Kathleen Taylor shared, “I can speak as a mom… Its always been a challenge…and I think what we can do to remove barriers in this for people is what the city wants to do.” Stakeholders approached city officials seeking ways to ease the process of opening childcare centers.

While the amendments are focused on addressing the childcare shortage within Reno, city officials hope the changes could serve as a model for other communities across Nevada, where “childcare deserts” – areas with limited access to childcare – are prevalent, particularly in the state’s largely rural regions.

“Our scope is really limited with what we can do to either incentivize or reduce barriers,” Mackedon stated. “But we’re hoping maybe other agencies follow suit and reduce some of their barriers or offer incentives where possible.”

Residents interested in learning more about the proposed zoning changes and providing feedback can find information on upcoming community meetings and input opportunities at https://www.reno.gov/government/departments/development-services/zoning-code/zoning-code-clean-up.

September 9, 2025 0 comments