Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of May.
Good morning, Bellevue.
🏘️ Community
Reporter Greta Goede met with seniors, families, and local groups in Sarpy County after rent increases forced evictions, leaving many without a home.
Local organizations say growing homelessness is straining resources and urge more shelter support—especially as the Omaha metro faces rapid increases.
🏛️ Government
Nebraska lawmakers advanced bill LB 316 to final reading today after supporters overcame a filibuster with 33 votes—this measure bans delta‑8 and synthetic hemp.
Lawmakers have five days to pass the bill, which will ban raw hemp above .03 percent THC and any THC in processed hemp—if passed, it takes effect January 1.
With four days left in session, Nebraska lawmakers advanced changes to the Good Life District law to close loopholes and strengthen district stability, Sen. Brad von Gillern said.
Key revisions include preventing eminent domain, defining new-to-market businesses as those not within 40 miles of a project, and limiting tax-break eligible businesses to retail and entertainment - with Bellevue’s water park remaining eligible if the bill becomes law.
🎉 Bellevue Events
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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.
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.
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.
Statewide Arboretum Native Plant Sale
9 AM – 12 PM — Camp Brewster, Fontenelle Forest — Free entry — Discover native plants and learn about their environmental benefits at this annual sale.
Bellevue Planning Commission Monthly Meeting
6:00 p.m. — City of Bellevue Parks Department — Free entry — Attend the monthly meeting to engage in local planning matters and community development.
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