Good morning, Bellevue.

Omaha police Sgt. James Shade uses his drumming skills in community service as drum sergeant for the Omaha Pipes and Drums Corps (which features members from Bellevue and nearby areas).

He also coaches a local drumline and plays at church, sharing his passion with youth.

The Social Security Administration has released the most popular baby names for Nebraska and Iowa in 2025 (Liam for boys, Olivia for girls), with each state listing 10 top names.

Fontenelle Forest and the Bellevue Fire Department are monitoring a fire in the floodplain that burned 30 acres and closed trails since yesterday, and officials said the cause remains unknown.

WM opened a $68 million facility near Bennington that captures methane from landfill waste and turns it into fuel for stoves + water heaters and trash trucks.

The plant produces enough energy to power nearly 11,500 homes and helps reduce harmful emissions.

Nebraska lawmakers passed a year-round E15 bill on Wednesday (allowing gasoline blended with 15% ethanol) that expands market access for local farmers and consumers.

The bill now moves to the Senate for a vote to deliver nationwide regulatory relief.

The U.S. House passed the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act on Wednesday, May 13, which lets E15 gasoline be sold year-round.

Nebraska ethanol officials hailed the milestone after 15 years of work, expecting fuel savings and expanded markets for corn growers + ethanol producers.

Midwest Collectible Toy Show

9 AM – 3 PM — Lied Activity Center — Check website for details — Discover a treasure trove of toys, comics, and collectibles at this vibrant local market.

The Cottage

7:30 p.m. — Bellevue Little Theatre — Tickets available starting May 15 — A comedic exploration of love and betrayal set in an English countryside cottage.