When you’re surrounded by people who believe in you, there’s a different kind of magic in the air.

On June 12, the Nebraska Opportunity Exchange (NOE) hosted its first-ever Partnership Appreciation Dinner, and let me tell you, it was nothing short of extraordinary.

Some artists light up the stage. DREION ignites it.

The Omaha-born singer, songwriter, and foster care advocate is headlining the first Music at Miller Park concert of the season on Saturday, June 28, and for him, this show is far more than a gig. It’s a full-circle moment.

The Pickup Project is redefining what it means to network, connect, and build community through a basketball court. Every Friday at 6:30 a.m., professionals, creatives, and community leaders gather to hoop and develop meaningful relationships that extend far beyond the court.

Don’t let change catch you off guard. Ignite Nebraska is opening its doors to the public for a powerful Adaptability Soft Skills Workshop on Saturday, June 21.

In a marketing world ruled by AI, personalization, and Gen Z’s evolving expectations, one channel is quietly dominating: retail media networks. With a 21% year-over-year jump in ad spend in Q1 2025 alone, brands are seeing stronger click-throughs, stable costs, and performance that delivers.

The recent ICE raids in Omaha are a devastating reminder of the fear, trauma, and injustice too many of our immigrant neighbors continue to face. These actions rip families apart and destabilize entire communities.

But you are not alone.

We are sharing critical resources to help you know your rights, protect your loved ones, and stay prepared.

Outlook Enrichment marked a major milestone with the 21st annual Tee It Up Fore Sight golf tournament held on June 4 at Tiburon Golf Club in Omaha. This annual fundraising event supports Outlook Enrichment’s mission to empower individuals who are blind or visually impaired by providing inclusive programs, recreational opportunities, and essential resources.

The 2025 scholarships, totaling $74,500, will support students in fields ranging from healthcare to the arts, business to trades, and everything in between. Each award is rooted in the belief that student success comes in many forms, and that every path deserves investment and encouragement.

We feel incredibly privileged and humbled to have partnered with the Barrientos Scholarship Foundation to award our very first Lozafina $1,000 General Scholarship to an exceptional young man, Joshua Goldsmith.

In a room alive with community pride, cultural celebration, and heartfelt applause, Casa de la Cultura hosted its 2025 Viva Business Luncheon on Thursday, a signature event that honored some of South Omaha’s most influential Latino leaders and awarded more than $74,000 worth of scholarships through the Barrientos Scholarship Foundation.

We’ve been watching celebrities, YouTubers, and Instagram darlings hawk products for over a decade. But here’s the thing: in 2025, it’s no longer about who has the biggest follower count. It’s about who has the most engaged community.

Omaha is about to shine on the national stage as the USA Triathlon Multisport National Championship Festival returns June 4–8, an event expected to draw 1,300 top athletes from across the country to Lake Cunningham for five action-packed days of competition.

Food trucks, live music, and local vendors.

What more could you want?

On the last Friday of each month this summer, enjoy all of those things, and more, at Nebraska Brewing Company for the La Vista Last Friday Night Markets starting on May 30, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at 6950 S. 108th Street.

Informed business owners are empowered business owners. That’s why we’re highlighting two valuable FREE events from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and its partners designed to help you grow smarter, scale stronger, and stay ahead.

The Nebraska Ivy Foundation, in partnership with the Delta Epsilon Omega (DEO) Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, celebrated grassroots leadership, Black excellence, and transformational advocacy during its Community Impact Awards Gala on May 17. 

In a bold step to reinvest in the community that shaped us, Lozafina proudly announces that its first-ever scholarship recipient will be honored at the upcoming Viva Business Luncheon, an event built to uplift Latino entrepreneurship, leadership, and educational advancement across Nebraska.

We’re well into the first half of 2025, and several major trends are reshaping the marketing world, from generative AI and nano Influencers to evolving data privacy regulations and the demand for hyper-personalization.

So, what does this all mean?

At Maharaja Indian Cuisine, every dish tells a story, every cocktail is curated with care, and every seat at the table feels like coming home. If home were Indian, that is. For the past four months, this Omaha gem has been serving up its next chapter: one where tradition meets convenience, and you find it whether you’re dining in, taking out, or tapping DoorDash.

It’s time for a refresh! Head down to Rockbrook Village on May 17 to find your new favorite shirt, piece of jewelry, mug or art. In addition to vendor booths, there will be live music, and a “doodle art studio” to keep kiddos busy.

What could be better than strolling along a historic street in Omaha doing some spring shopping? Nothing. That’s why you have to head down to Little Bohemia on Saturday, May 17, for the Spring Market.