Bellevue Local News – Thursday, May 15th, 2025

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Thursday, May 15th, 2025

CULTURE NEWS

➤ Great Plains Theatre Commons has selected 10 playwrights for the PlayLab program hosted by Metropolitan Community College from Sunday, May 25 to Saturday, May 31—this 20th-anniversary festival will be free to the public and will feature Pulitzer and Tony Award-winner Doug Wright after reviewing 700 anonymous submissions. KETV

ECONOMY NEWS

➤ Nebraska faced a statewide fuel shortage as refineries switched blends, forcing suppliers to travel to Kansas, Oklahoma — and Wyoming — to secure gas, which has raised prices at the pump. Governor Pillen signed an emergency order in early May that extended truckers’ driving hours to ease delays, but the order expires today. WOWT

GOVERNMENT NEWS

➤ Nebraska lawmakers advanced the amended Stand With Women Act to final reading on Wednesday night—removing provisions for bathroom and locker room access—and focusing solely on sports access. After hours of debate, the amendment passed and the bill will now move to its next legislative step. KETV
➤ Nebraska Treasurer Tom Briese said lawmakers advanced an $11B, two-year state budget plan that uses revenue bills and cash fund sweeps to address a $262 million shortfall. He noted that dipping into the rainy day fund is not ideal—Nebraska remains in strong fiscal shape with cash funds expected to exceed $600 million. KETV

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BELLEVUE EVENTS

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Live Music from KC Cameron

9-11:59 p.m. — Copacabana — Cost info unavailable — Enjoy great live music in a vibrant atmosphere.

Fri, 5/23/25

Friday, May 23rd, 2025
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Bellevue East Class of 2025 Graduation Ceremony

Time TBD — Bellevue East High School — No cost — Celebrate the achievements of the Class of 2025 at their graduation ceremony filled with memories and dedication.

Sat, 5/24/25

Saturday, May 24th, 2025
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2025 Cornhusker Golf Tournament

12 PM — Tregaron Golf Course — Registration $180, $130 for 2024 participants — Compete in the 86th Annual Stroke Play Tournament at a premier Nebraska course.

Fri, 5/30/25

Friday, May 30th, 2025
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Bellevue Rocks! Riverfront Festival

June 5-8 — American Heroes Park — Various costs — Enjoy live music, carnival rides, and local food at Bellevue's largest summer celebration.

Thu, 6/5/25

Thursday, June 5th, 2025
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Ken Ludwig's Moriarty

7:30 p.m. — Bellevue Little Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrilling adventures of Holmes, Watson, and Irene Adler as they confront the infamous Professor Moriarty.

Fri, 6/6/25

Friday, June 6th, 2025
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BELLEVUE REAL ESTATE

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BELLEVUE JOB BOARD

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BELLEVUE ANNOUNCEMENTS

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