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Coffee in hand, Omaha? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Are your Omaha sidewalks breaking the city’s snow-clearing rules?
  • Why are so many more Omaha families seeking holiday help?
  • How two Omaha contractors erased a $20,000 problem for a senior

Also on today's calendar: Bushwackers Ugly Sweater Christmas Party and 6 more events.

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Today's riddle: The doctor told me to drink carrot juice after a hot bath. - Did it help? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 51 and low of 39 degrees.
  • Thursday: Very windy; cooler, temps: high: 43, low: 13. ⛄️ Brr!
  • Friday: Partly sunny and breezy, with a high of 42 and low of 33 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Snow-blocked crosswalk ramps create safety hazards for Omaha cyclists and pedestrians (3newsnow.com) — Snow-packed crosswalks and ADA ramps are still blocking key routes for Omaha walkers, wheelchair users, and cyclists, even weeks after recent snowfall. City rules put sidewalk clearing on property owners, and safety advocates urge residents to report uncleared paths and use lights and reflective gear to stay visible in winter traffic.
   

2. Omaha Salvation Army sees nearly 20% increase in need for the holidays (wowt.com) — Omaha’s Salvation Army is helping more than 3,000 local families this holiday season, an 18% jump from last year, as economic uncertainty pushes more people to seek assistance. One Omaha mother of four shares how the Adopt-A-Family program is making Christmas possible, while the organization is already planning for even higher demand next year.
   

3. Contractors donate $20K retaining wall repair for South Omaha senior (wowt.com) — A South Omaha senior facing a costly city repair order for a collapsed retaining wall just got a $20,000 lifeline from two local contractors who did the work for free. Connected by an Omaha city council member, Marsh Creek Concrete and Crushing It rebuilt the wall to code, closing her violation case and easing worries for the fixed-income homeowner with chronic lung illness.
   

4. Christmas Cardio: Poll Uncovers the Best Family-Friendly Christmas Day Walks in Each State (goodmenproject.com) — If you’re looking for a low-key Christmas Day outing in Omaha, this survey highlights Heartland of America Park Riverwalk as Nebraska’s top family-friendly walk. The piece explains why its flat paths, river views, and open space work well for kids, grandparents, and anyone easing into post-dinner movement, alongside similar picks from other states.
   

5. College hoops roundup: Waddles' 25 help Omaha knock off York (NE) 105-58 (newschannelnebraska.com) — Omaha hoops fans saw a big night as Lance Waddles poured in 25 points to lead the Mavericks’ 105-58 home win over York (NE). The Omaha game tops a broader college basketball roundup that also highlights Texas Tech’s nonconference home streak.
   

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  • Copper has been found and is safe at home!
    Thank you to everyone for helping us find my baby!!! (Nextdoor Standing Bear West)
  • UPDATED: She’s been returned to her owner ❤️
    Sweet female dog. She was found near Bridlewood park this morning around 7:50am. I had an appointment so she is safe at my neighbors house and will… (Nextdoor Bridlewood)
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I don’t know. I can never finish drinking the hot bath!
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