Supernovas Dominate, Gretna Upgrades, and Mutual of Omaha Downtown Growth | Omaha Local Pulse

Good morning, this is Omaha Local Pulse for Friday, January 16. We kick off with exciting sports action as our Omaha Supernovas gear up for a huge weekend doubleheader at Kiewit Court in the CHI Health Center. Tonight at 7 p.m., the undefeated Supernovas host the Atlanta Vibe on News Channel Nebraska and the MLV YouTube channel, then face the reigning champ Orlando Valkyries Sunday at 3 p.m. on CBS Sports Network, complete with a 5,000 Truckers Hat giveaway. Stars like Sarah Parsons, our Player of the Week with 45 points already, Brooke Nuneviller leading digs, and setter Sydney Hilley topping assists are carrying us strong at 2-0, and these matches test our early dominance right here in downtown Omaha. Shifting to our schools, Gretna Public Schools just reorganized their board, electing new leaders and approving vans to meet federal safety rules, plus land purchase at 216th Street and Cornhusker Road for a future elementary. They are also wrapping Gretna Elementary upgrades and prepping a new track by March. Meanwhile, UNMC celebrates Department of Internal Medicine recognition and a global research role for Psychiatry, boosting our health scene. In business news, Mutual of Omaha commits to downtown growth, signaling jobs and vitality as city economic director Steve Jensen notes its big impact. LOVB Omaha adds owners like Creighton NBA alum Kyle Korver, Husker Zach Wiegert, and ex-volleyball coach Kirsten Bernthal Booth, strengthening our pro sports family with stars like retiring legend Jordan Larson. City Hall updates include Governor Pillens reappointment of Omaha resident Heath Mello to the State Highway Commission, aiding local infrastructure. No major crime reports from the past day, keeping our streets safe. Weather today brings chilly winds around 25 degrees with light flurries near 10th and Farnam, so bundle up for events, but expect clearing skies by evening with a high near 28. Looking ahead, catch Supernovas games this weekend, and Gretna Middle School HVAC work starts summer. Thanks for tuning in, listeners, and subscribe for more. This has been Omaha Local Pulse. Well see you tomorrow with more local updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai. For more http://www.quietplease.ai Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.