🧑‍🔬 STEM meetups paired with the return of Native Omaha Days

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July is sizzling with opportunity and your calendar could be too!

UNO's STEM crew is lining up meetups that match students with real paychecks and companies with fresh brains.

Meet us later at Gene Leahy Mall for a Crossroads string jam, then test the waters on that five-acre estate with a pool that looks like a postcard. Your weekend plans just wrote itself!

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🥩 Johnny's Cafe

A legend with steakhouse swagger, Johnny’s Café has been serving up sizzling cuts and old-school charm for over a century, and it’s still every bit the experience. From the iconic steer horn doors to the vintage mural-lined dining room, this spot is pure South Omaha nostalgia.

Don’t miss the hand-battered onion rings, rich chicken & dumpling soup, or a perfectly charred ribeye. It's a throwback worth every bite. Learn more here.

💎 Elisa Ilana Jewelry

At the corner of 132nd and Davenport, Elisa Ilana Jewelry feels like stepping into a space where memories matter. Folks come in with everything from a worn dog tag to a cherished ring, and Adam, Janet, and the crew treat each story with genuine heart.

Their studio is full of handmade pieces and well-loved designers, but it’s the thoughtful conversations and quiet moments of connection that make this Omaha gem so special.
Learn more here.

• $2,250,000

• 5 beds

• 7 baths

• 7,014 sqft

• 5.17 Acres Lot

Set back on over 5 acres in southwest Omaha, this 7,000+ sq ft estate feels like your own private resort. Enjoy a sparkling pool, stunning gourmet kitchen, luxe primary suite, and a 7-car garage—just minutes from everyday errands. View property here.

🧑‍🔬 Hiring Help: Omaha STEM links students and firms

The Gist: With STEM jobs in Nebraska projected to jump 5.6 percent over the next decade, the Omaha STEM Ecosystem is pairing students and seasoned pros with companies hungry for tech talent. At a recent AI-focused meetup at MCL Construction, UNO College of Information Science & Technology Dean Dr. Martha Garcia Murillo urged attendees to use AI wisely and stay curious across industries.

Why It Matters: Growing local careers keeps innovation and opportunity rooted right here at home. Four more networking events this year, plus four already set for 2026. Read more here.

🚑 Faster care on the scene

The Gist: Omaha Fire Department ambulances now carry whole blood, letting trained paramedics start transfusions before reaching the hospital. The upgrade follows a partnership with Nebraska Medicine and the Nebraska Community Blood Bank, placing Omaha among just 160 departments nationwide offering this lifesaving step.

Why It Matters: Quicker transfusions can stabilize trauma patients sooner, shorten hospital stays, and improve survival, welcome news for anyone counting on fast help when seconds count. Read more here.

🎺 The Xperience Band Live | Stinson Park | Omaha | 07/26 | More
Grab the picnic for a weekend reprieve with The Xperience Band.

🍷 Nebraska Crossroads Music Festival | Gene Leahy Mall | Omaha | 07/27 | More
Lawn chairs down and grab your favorite drink to settle in!

🌊 National Waterpark Day | Fun-Plex | Omaha | 07/28 | More
Set an alarm, snag the bargain before prices swim back up.

🦴 Leashes at Lauritzen | Lauritzen Gardens | Omaha | 07/28 | More
Sniffs, sips, and treats with water stops and wagging tails all evening long!

❤️ Native Omaha Days | Various Venues | Omaha | 07/28-08/04 | More
One week of joy, pride, and togetherness as our legacy shines on.

🌇 Night Workouts | Turner Park at Midtown Crossing | Omaha | 07/30 | More
Sunset squats > couch slumps: come move with your crew!

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