Good morning, this is Omaha Local Pulse for Friday, April 3rd. We start with some positive movement on our streets as local leaders and five agencies ramp up patrols on South 13th Street in South Omaha, leading to a big drop in speeding. Neighbors met recently, and now an electronic speed sign logs traffic data there to guide even more targeted enforcement, making daily drives safer for everyone heading to work or school.

City Hall keeps things rolling with a pre-council meeting today at 10:30 a.m. in the Jesse Lowe Conference Room at the Omaha Douglas Civic Center on Farnam Street, setting the stage for Tuesdays full council session. Theyre tackling agenda items that could shape our neighborhoods, from zoning tweaks to public services we rely on every day.

Weather wise, early April rain has already matched all of Marches total here in Omaha, and we face possible severe thunderstorms this afternoon, especially south and east of the metro. Slick spots from overnight freezing rain could linger on untreated roads, so take it slow on your commute and keep outdoor plans flexible. Expect scattered showers today with highs in the mid 50s and a calmer evening.

On the nonprofit front, On Deck Housings new model home opened April 1st, spotlighting affordable options, while Metropolitan Community Colleges Automotive Career Exploration Day kicks off today at Fort Omaha Campus, connecting folks to jobs in a hot field with steady demand around 20,000 openings regionally. Henry Doorly Zoo just extended spring hours too, perfect for family outings.

In schools, Bellevue Public Schools reports vocal music teacher David Groth at Bellevue East High was arrested yesterday and resigned immediately; authorities havent detailed charges yet but expect updates soon. Were monitoring this closely for our communities peace of mind.

No major crimes in the past day, but stay vigilant. Sports fans, catch the Omaha Supernovas versus Indy Ignite tomorrow. Looking ahead, SHARE Omahas Do Good Days run April 22 to 25 for volunteer fun, and the Reignite to Unite Symposium hits June 3rd and 4th.

For a feel good lift, nonprofits like Lily Haven just added a new board member to boost support services, strengthening our safety net.

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