Sunday, April 26, 2026

Heads up for pet parents: An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.*

Reimagining the public library: Omaha’s $158 million Central Public Library at 72nd and Dodge opened April 19, featuring robotic book retrieval for over 600,000 items plus 3D printers and creative studios for the community -- explore the features and vision.

Leadership transition takes shape: Shareholder badges are being mailed for Berkshire Hathaway’s meeting May 2 in Omaha. Badges pair Warren Buffett and Greg Abel, and Buffett will skip while remaining chairman -- get all the details.

Growing medium-voltage capabilities: Eaton will invest $30 million in a 370,000-square-foot switchgear plant in Bellevue near Omaha, boosting U.S. production and adding over 200 engineering, manufacturing and production jobs starting in 2026 -- get details on the facility.

The bill everyone over 50 should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half — this free comparison tool makes it easy.*

Retirees are making moves: After gold's best year in nearly five decades, more folks than ever are moving part of their savings into precious metals. Not all of it... just enough to hedge against inflation. AHG put together a free guide that explains how it works -- grab your copy here.*

Your downtown reset: Gene Leahy Mall at The RiverFront gives you an easy mood upgrade with skyline views, winding paths, gardens, and a playground that actually wears kids out, plus a roomy amphitheater for laid-back lounging. Sneak in a stroll between errands or make it your quick lunch-break escape.

New Go-To Benson Pint: B5 Brewing Company is a family-owned taproom brewing creative small-batch beers in the heart of Benson. Swing by this week for rotating pours that range from crisp to adventurous, and if you like a little competition, America’s Pub Quiz Trivia Tuesdays keep the pints and smack talk flowing.

Date night, solved: Looking for a little culinary flex this week, Omaha? Au Courant Regional Kitchen turns European flavors into modern little wows, and the chef’s tasting menu is the kind of treat that makes you feel like you have your life together, at least for the length of dessert.

That patch of scalp that wasn't there a year ago: It's more common than most folks talk about. Especially in your 50s... hormones, stress, and nutrition all start pulling at hair density at once. Nutrafol is a drug-free daily supplement designed to work on those causes together — and in clinical studies, 93% of women said their hair looked healthier after six months. *Take a look →

The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →

For women who've been feeling off for years: The fatigue, the weight creeping up, the mood swings, the sleep that won't hold. Turns out most of those "it's just aging" problems are actually caused by hormones, and proper HRT can get you back to feeling like yourself. The catch? You can't get it without a full hormone panel and a doctor who understands what those numbers mean. Most women never get either, but Hone Health gives you both. *See how it works →

Two sprays before bed, no more snoring? It really is that simple. No mouthpiece to wrestle with, no CPAP mask, no nose strips that peel off at 2am. This doctor-developed throat spray has been keeping sleepers quiet for 30 years, and first-time orders are 40% off right now. *See how it works →

Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as "normal wear and tear," and they're 100% on you. American Home Shield can help fill that gap for ~$1/day (even if your appliances and systems are really old).*See what it covers →

🎭 Mamma Mia! @ Orpheum Theatre | Tuesday (4/28) at 7:30 PM – Whether you know every ABBA lyric or just hum along, Mamma Mia! at the Orpheum brings the sing-along, sequins, and feel-good chaos. Consider it date night with great acoustics, comfy seats, and zero dishes. You might even see your neighbor dancing.

🌸 Spring Ephemerals Garden Tour @ Lauritzen Gardens | Thursday (4/30) at 6:00 PM – Grab your walking shoes and hop the garden tram for a guided peek at spring’s quick-change artists with plant records guru, Trent Erickson. Think bloodroots, shooting stars, and bluebells before the trees hog the spotlight. Pre-registration required. $20, members get 20% off.

🚮 Benson Spring Clean Up @ Omaha Home for Boys | Saturday (5/2) at 3:00 AM – Nothing says spring in Benson like tossing basement mysteries into a dumpster with your neighbors. Roll up to Omaha Home for Boys, unload guilt-free, feel smug about your tidy block. Want bonus points? Volunteer, and check Wasteline for accepted items, and alternate drop-off sites.

🛍 Spring Craft and Vendor Fair @ Papillion-La Vista South High School | Saturday (5/2) at 9:00 AM – The spring craft and vendor fair is taking over Papillion La Vista South with handmade goods, boutique finds, and plenty of hometown talent. Park once, browse endlessly, and pretend you only came for one thing. Support neighbors, snag gifts, and enjoy hallway people-watching.

🪴 Spring Flower and Plant Sale @ St. Luke United Methodist Church | Saturday (5/2) at 9:00 AM – Plant guilt-free, and let youth fundraise while you snag native perennials that come back, grasses, herbs, and veggies. Sourced from a Lincoln wholesaler and the nonprofit Big Garden, it is good for Nebraska’s ecosystem, your yard, and your conscience. Swing by St. Luke Great Room.

🌱 DIY: Summer Container Design Seminar @ Mulhall's | Saturday (5/2) at 9:00 AM – Porch pots tapping out by July? Container pro Jenny Beukenhorst demos foolproof summer planters, covering color, texture, and layers, plus the right mix, watering, fertilizing, and trimming, so your doorstep, balcony, or patio finally looks intentional, and stays that way, all season.

🚗 Cars’n Cakes Car Show and Pancake Feed! @ Stony Brook Church | Saturday (5/2) at 9:00 AM – Back for year two, think you can resist carbs and carburetors? This laid-back car show pairs shiny rides with a pancake-and-sausage plate, coffee or OJ, and a free-will donation that fuels mission work here and abroad. Kid playground, restrooms, and yes, the dog can come.

In Legacy with trails and lake access near hospitals and shops, this home offers 5 ensuite bedrooms. A vaulted great room with wood beams connects to a chef’s kitchen with heated tile floors, butler’s pantry and hearth room. The lower level brings a bar and fitness room, and 1.2 acres showcase a resort pool, pool house and custom outdoor sauna.