Good morning, this is Omaha Local Pulse for Thursday, January 15th. We start with breaking news from City Hall where Mayor Jean Stothert just announced a new mentoring program to connect city employees with local youth. She says kids just want somebody to be there, and this plan will pair our public workers with students across neighborhoods like North Omaha and South O for after-school guidance that boosts daily life and community ties.

Shifting to sports, our Omaha womens basketball Mavericks host St. Thomas tonight at 6:30 at Baxter Arena. Freshman Avril Smith grabbed 15 rebounds last week against North Dakota State, pushing her season total over 200. We root for them before they head to Oral Roberts on Saturday. Tickets at OMavs.com.

Weather today brings light snow flurries around Dodge Street and 72nd, with temps hovering near 25 degrees, so bundle up for commutes and events. Expect clearing skies by afternoon, highs of 28, perfect for weekend plans.

In real estate, median home prices rose about 5 percent last month to around 250 thousand dollars, per local listings, with hot spots near Aksarben Village drawing families. Jobs look steady too, with roughly 2 thousand openings posted on Omaha boards, especially in healthcare along Leavenworth Street.

New business buzz: a fresh coffee shop opened at 50th and Center, while the old diner on 24th Street closed after 20 years. Community events ahead include the Winter Market at Slowdown tomorrow from noon, and a free concert at Holland Performing Arts Center Saturday night.

Local schools shine with Burke Highs debate team winning regionals, and we love Creighton Preps latest basketball upset.

Crime report from the past day: Omaha Police arrested two in a theft ring near 30th and Fort, no injuries, and issued a safety alert for icy roads downtown after a minor crash cluster. Stay vigilant, folks.

For a feel-good story, neighbors rallied to shovel out seniors on Woolworth Avenue after last weeks storm, turning it into a block party vibe.

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