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Technology is taking off, but medical care starts with art
OMAHA, Neb. - Bill Glass, a medical illustrator at UNMC, uses his artistic skills and technology to enhance medical education and make procedures safer. Article: Doctors and researchers at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) are using technology and art to advance medical care. Bill Glass, a medical illustrator at UNMC, creates detailed illustrations and animations of human anatomy to focus attention on critical information.
How a former Husker got the Savannah Bananas to Lincoln
The hottest ticket in town might not be the College World Series, but the Savannah Bananas.Several months ago, the tickets for this year's Banana Ball World Tour sold out in minutes. "It's a head-scratcher as to how this stuff is so big, but then again, you go and experience it, and it all kind of makes sense," former Husker Kyle Perry said.On Thursday, the Bananas take their act to Haymarket Park. And then, the team finishes out their tour on Saturday inside Memorial Stadium.
Omaha youth baseball training facilities expand as demand rises
OMAHA, Neb. - The College World Series has returned to Omaha, and with it, a growing demand for private baseball training among young athletes in the area. At 7:30 on a Wednesday morning, kids are already training, skipping sleep-ins to work on their skills. Former minor league pitcher Kyle Kubat, who owns K-Train Pitching in Elkhorn, said, "We do everything from hitting, pitching, infield stuff." Kubat noted that more athletes are training year-round, prompting him to expand his facility.
Patients exposed to hantavirus at Nebraska quarantine unit eligible to leave
Eighteen patients exposed to hantavirus at the National Quarantine Unit at the University of Nebraska Medical Center are now eligible to leave. Two of them have asked to finish the quarantine at home, but not everyone is ready to go. "I am currently on board the MV Hondius, and what has happened is very real for all of us here," said Jake Rosmarin, a travel content creator who was among those flown to the quarantine unit after potential exposure to the virus.
Could social media apps change? More lawsuits are filed
The legal protections for online platforms under Section 230 of the 1996 Communications Decency Act are being challenged in landmark cases that could reshape social media accountability.Greg Dickinson, an assistant professor of law at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, has studied Section 230 extensively. "It's really an over-expanded law," Dickinson said.
Elkhorn tornado recovery offers a blueprint for future disasters, officials say
Two years after the devastating Arbor Day tornadoes struck Elkhorn, Nebraska, families are still working to rebuild their homes and lives, while local leaders develop new strategies to improve disaster recovery efforts."I was in my laundry room, and I couldn't open the door with 170 mile-an-hour winds," said Gail Christensen, whose home in the Ramblewood neighborhood was severely damaged.
Omaha's new central library opens with innovative spaces and historical collections
CONCERNS, WHILE OTHERS SAID THE CURRENT SPEED LIMIT IS OUT OF DATE. OMAHA'S NEW CENTRAL LIBRARY IS NOW OPEN, AND IT'S A UNIQUE DESIGN THAT HONORS THE PAST AND IMAGINES THE FUTURE. YES, THIS MORNING WE'RE GOING BEYOND THE BOOKS TO SEE WHAT'S INSIDE FOR YOU. PEOPLE MAY THINK LIKE WITHIN THIS NEW TECHNOLOGICAL AGE, THAT YOU DON'T NEED LIBRARIES IN THE SAME WAY YOU DID BEFORE, BUT WE DON'T FIND THAT AT ALL. WHAT YOU'LL FIND AT THE NEW LIBRARY. I-76 DODGE NEW ADVENTURE.
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Researchers at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha are collaborating with Nebraska farmers to explore the potential of cows' colostrum in treating Parkinson's and Alzheimer's diseases. Carae Oehlerking, a local farmer, got a call from UNMC researchers two years ago. "We thought it was kind of surreal, kind of out there," Oehlerking said.
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THERE’S A NEW PROMISING TREATMENT FOR PARKINSON’S AND ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE, AND IT’S HAPPENING RIGHT HERE IN OMAHA. UNMC RESEARCHERS HAVE TEAMED UP WITH FARMERS USING COW’S MILK TO TRY AND WORK MIRACLES. HERE’S KETV NEWSWATCH SEVEN’S MELISSA FRY. COWS HAVE GRAZED THIS LAND FOR SIX GENERATIONS, PRODUCING ONE OF THE OLDEST KNOWN PRODUCTS. NOW IT’S PART OF A NEW FRONTIER. WE THOUGHT IT WAS KIND OF SURREAL AND JUST THOUGHT IT WAS KIND OF OUT THERE.
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Your style goes beyond what you wear, it can be how you smell, too. Chris German, a local businessman, is helping people make a statement with their scent at his perfume lab, where customers can create their own personalized fragrance. "It can be a fashion statement, it can be a bold trend," German said. The process begins with sampling different essential oils, ranging from floral, fresh, and fruity to woodsy or spice.
Omaha man receives pioneering heart valve surgery
Mike Albritton from Omaha underwent a pioneering heart valve replacement surgery using new laser-cut technology, offering him a renewed chance at an active life. Albritton's health had been declining rapidly after suffering two heart attacks in 2018. "Terrible. It just felt like I couldn't do what I used to be able to do," Albritton said.
New technology transforms medical education at UNMC
FOR SMOOTH COMMUTE. THE REST OF YOUR MONDAY MORNING WAVERLE, MELISSA. WELL, THIS MORNING, A LOOK AT A NEW WAY TO STUDY MEDICINE. COMPUTER TECHS, GRAPHIC ARTIST ILLUSTRATORS THEY’RE ALL CREATING WAYS TO TEACH DOCTORS HOW TO CARE FOR PATIENTS. ARCHITECTS AND ENGINEERS KNOW WHAT THIS IS. IT’S A HUGE CAD SYSTEM. BUT THIS COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN IS FOR CURRENT AND FUTURE DOCTORS, AND IT REALLY GETS THE LEARNER ENGAGED IN WHAT THEY’RE SEEING. THEY RETAIN THIS KNOWLEDGE.
Nebraska students invited to National Civics Bee
LIVE OUT THE DREAM BY WORKING TOGETHER AND RESPECTING ONE ANOTHER. AS WE CELEBRATE MARTIN LUTHER KING JR, NEBRASKA LEADERS ARE URGING YOUNG STUDENTS TO SPEAK UP ABOUT CIVICS. FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER, NEBRASKA IS TAKING PART IN THE NATIONAL CIVIC BE ALL SIXTH, SEVENTH, AND EIGHTH GRADE. STUDENTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. WE’RE BRINGING THOSE THOSE CLASS PRESENTATIONS TO LIFE IN THE REAL WORLD, BUT ALSO SHOWING THEM THAT THEIR VOICE MATTERS.
Nebraska's MCC Business Development Center supports local entrepreneurs
WAVERLE MELISSA. ALL RIGHT. THANKS, SAMANTHA. SO IF YOU’RE LOOKING TO START A NEW BUSINESS IN THE NEW YEAR, WE’RE GETTING THE FACTS ON ONE OF THE FASTEST WAYS TO LEARN THE INS AND OUTS. METRO COMMUNITY COLLEGE BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER IS HELPING PEOPLE PUT THE IDEAS INTO PRACTICE. IT IS REALLY IMPORTANT TO HELP SMALL BUSINESSES IN NEBRASKA, AND HERE’S WHY. 99% OF THE BUSINESSES HERE IN NEBRASKA ARE SMALL BUSINESSES. THAT’S A BIG NUMBER.
"Stranger Things" finale to be screened in theaters for New Year's
CONSTRUCTION UPDATES. WE’RE PREPARING TO ROUND OUT 2025. GREAT TIME TO GATHER AROUND THE TV AND MAYBE WATCH A COUPLE HIT SHOWS. ONE OF THE MOST POPULAR ONES IS EXPECTED TO SET YET ANOTHER RECORD. THE SEASON FINALE OF STRANGER THINGS IS TONIGHT, AND HERE AT HOME YOU CAN SEE IT ON THE BIG SCREEN. IF YOU HAVEN’T HEARD OF THE HIT SHOW STRANGER THINGS, WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN? SEASON FIVE JUST HAD A RECORD BREAKING DEBUT ON NETFLIX.
Mental health experts say growing trend of finding emotional support from AI chatbots is 'scary'
As more individuals turn to AI chatbots for emotional support, psychologists caution that these bots may worsen emotional issues and stress the importance of human interaction. READ MORE: Psychologists warn against reliance on AI chatbots for mental health support This holiday season, psychologists are highlighting the growing trend of people seeking emotional support from AI chatbots, warning that these bots can potentially worsen emotional issues rather than provide relief.
Omaha psychologists warn against reliance on AI chatbots for mental health support
THANKS, SAMANTHA. PSYCHOLOGISTS AND THERAPISTS SAY THEY’RE FIGHTING ONE OF THEIR BIGGEST BATTLES YET, COMPETING WITH ROBOTS. THEY SAY PEOPLE IN REAL NEED OF MENTAL HEALTH HELP ARE TURNING TO AI CHAT BOTS, AND THE OUTCOME IS NOT ALWAYS GOOD. THIS MORNING, THE PSYCHOLOGY BEHIND THIS BOND WITH BOTS. ALL IT TAKES IS A COUPLE KEY WORDS, AND THIS CHATBOT RESPONDS TO US. ALGORITHMS ARE DESIGNED TO DO TWO PRIMARY THINGS.
Your unused leftovers could be someone's lifeline
In the Omaha metro area, more than 100,000 people face food insecurity, and Saving Grace is tackling this issue by collecting excess food from businesses and distributing it to those in need. Every day, drivers like Matthew head out to grocery stores, restaurants, and companies to pick up leftover food. Matthew works for Saving Grace, a nonprofit that operates on the road with five refrigerated trucks, picking up excess food and delivering it the same day to churches, charities, and shelters.
Omaha teen Millie Knudson aims for Olympic dreams at national swim camp
Omaha teen Millie Knudson is heading to a national swim camp at the U.S. Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs this week, marking a significant step toward her Olympic dreams. The 14-year-old freshman recently competed at the sectionals swim meet in Columbia, Missouri, where she showcased her talent in the women's 50-meter freestyle, her best event. Millie said, "Because it's really fast, it's just like, down.
'A crown jewel': Omaha's Holland Center celebrates 20 years
WELL, THANK YOU, SAMANTHA. SPEAKING OF ECONOMICS, ONE OF OMAHA’S CROWN JEWELS IS THE HOLLAND PERFORMING ARTS CENTER. NOT ONLY IS STAPLE FOR PERFORMING ARTS IN OMAHA, BUT ALSO THE LAUNCHING PAD FOR MORE TOURISM COMING TO THE CITY. KETV NEWSWATCH SEVEN’S MELISSA FRY HAS HOW BIG OF AN IMPACT THE HOLLAND CENTER IS MAKING. THERE IS A QUOTE THAT STATES THE ARTS MAKE A BRIDGE ACROSS THIS WORLD IN WAYS THAT NOTHING ELSE CAN, AND WE SEE IT RIGHT HERE AT 12TH AND DOUGLAS.
Nebraska students adapt to cellphone ban in schools
MELISSA EDDIE, BACK TO YOU. THANKS, SAMANTHA. ACROSS THE METRO, STUDENTS ARE SETTLED INTO SCHOOL. THERE’S NEW ASSIGNMENTS, NEW ROUTINES, AND NEW RULES. THAT NEW RULE. NO PHONES IN CLASS. A NEBRASKA LAW THAT BANS CELL PHONES ON SCHOOL GROUNDS. WE WENT OUT TO BURKE HIGH SCHOOL TO SEE HOW THE STUDENTS ARE ADJUSTING. NEARLY EVERY STUDENT CAN SAY THEY HAVE A CELL PHONE. ONLY SOME CAN ADMIT HOW ADDICTED THEY ARE. LAST YEAR, I WOULD DO MY ASSIGNMENT AND THEN AFTER I WAS DONE WITH IT, I WOULD JUST GO ON MY PHONE.
Omaha Marian students educate peers on social media risks
Students at Marian High School are actively educating their peers about the complexities of social media, focusing on its risks and benefits through the Marian Smart Ambassadors club. Inside Marian High School, technology serves as a tool aiding education, but beyond the last bell, screen time can take a toll. "Social media can turn into physical harm for your health," said Maeve McGill, a sophomore at the school.
'You don't have to buy the expensive brands': Seven Can Help finds the best sunscreen for you
All over social media, you can find reels and posts promoting skin care. Doctors say the best way to keep your skin healthy is to wear sunscreen. But with so many products on the market, which is best for you? Seven Can Help spoke with Dr. Jennifer Adams. She oversees the Department of Dermatology at University of Nebraska Medical Center. Her first message to consumers: Sunscreens are safe.
'The greatest feeling ever': Former Huskers reflect on CWS games 20 years ago
WELL, THIS YEAR NEBRASKA BASEBALL. THEY MADE IT TO THE REGIONALS. THAT’S RIGHT. WON THE BIG TEN TOURNAMENT. BUT THE LAST TIME THE BIG RED PLAYED IN THE BIGGEST SHOW ON DIRT, THAT WAS 2005, 20 YEARS AGO, I CAUGHT UP WITH A COUPLE OF THE PLAYERS. THEY’RE STILL BONDING OVER BASEBALL AND BUILDING PLAYERS OF THE FUTURE. A SEA OF RED WAITING INSIDE FOR THE START OF THEIR OPENER AGAINST ARIZONA STATE.
Treating phone addiction is 'similar to substance abuse'
Seven Can Help you overcome the addiction to your phone.We sat down with an addiction medicine specialist at UNMC, Dr. Ken Zoucha.He says he is treating more children who are dependent on their devices."That connection with their phones, there are a lot of similarities to people who are having substance abuse issues or other behavior health issues related to use of substances.
Insta-gram or Insta-insecurity?
A lot of people have Instagram, the social media app.Some love it, but others say posts promoting unrealistic body images, creates instant insecurity.A Central High School student wrote a paper about it.Sienna Maskin researched the negative impacts on body image and self esteem."Every teen I know is spending at least two or three hours a day on these social media apps, and they're constantly consuming all of this different content on these social media platforms and I can directly see the...
Tragic loss of mom leads teen to help others
Next week, thousands of local students will graduate from high school and figure out what they want to do with their future. Nevaeha Ramirez Perez already knows. She wants to use her tragic loss to help others. In November 2023, authorities found the body of Cecilia Perez just outside of Lincoln. She had been beaten to death. Her body was found wrapped in a blanket. "The only thing that was racing through my mind was that I wanted it to be a dream, and I didn't want it to be real.
'Inspired to study hard': D.J. Hero Scholar never thought she would be able to go to school
ARE GIVEN TO LOCAL OUTSTANDING STUDENTS WHO SHOW BRAVERY, COURAGE AND LEADERSHIP. WAFA MOHSIN NEVER THOUGHT SHE’D BE ABLE TO GO TO SCHOOL. IT’S NOT ALLOWED FOR YOUNG WOMEN IN AFGHANISTAN, BUT NOW THAT SHE’S HERE, SHE SAYS SHE’LL MAKE THE MOST OF THIS OPPORTUNITY. HERE’S KETV NEWSWATCH SEVEN’S MELISSA FRY. INSIDE BURKE HIGH SCHOOL, THERE ARE HUNDREDS OF STUDENTS FROM ALL WALKS OF LIFE. BUT NOT EVERYONE LOOKS AT THE AMERICAN FLAG THE WAY WAFA MOHSIN DOES.
Skutt basketball star reflects on social media hoax that defamed him
IDENTITY ONLINE. AND WE’RE NOT TALKING ABOUT LOSING MONEY. WE’RE TALKING ABOUT DEFAMATION OF CHARACTER. SUSIE FOGARTY WITH SMART IN SOCIETY IS HERE. AND BROCK SCHULTZ, SENIOR AT SKUTT CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL, REACHED OUT TO YOU ABOUT THIS ISSUE. WANT TO TALK TO BROCK FIRST ABOUT WHAT HAPPENED? IT WAS ABOUT MIDDLE OF YOUR JUNIOR YEAR OF HIGH SCHOOL. YEAH, MIDDLE OF JUNIOR YEAR OF HIGH SCHOOL. SOME ACCOUNTS MADE BAR STOOLS ABOUT ME, AND THEY SAID IT WAS RAN BY ME AND ANOTHER PERSON WHO WAS A SENIOR AT SKUTT.
'Algorithms target kids online': Smart Gen Society warns about vulnerabilities
SEVEN CAN HELP YOU TAKE CONTROL OF TECHNOLOGY INSIDE YOUR HOME. SUSIE FOGARTY WITH SMART GEN SOCIETY IS HERE TALKING ABOUT WHAT KIND OF CONTENT KIDS ARE WATCHING. THEY’RE EXPOSED TO SO MUCH. SO WHAT ARE THEY SEEING? ANYTHING AND EVERYTHING. OKAY, THERE’S NO SAFEGUARDS, RIGHT? AND WE HAVE TO BE MINDFUL THAT OUR KIDS ARE CURIOUS. OKAY? AND THEY’RE CURIOUS AND HOLDING A DEVICE THAT THEY CAN FIND ANYTHING AT ANY TIME.
Experts advise parents to prevent digital device addiction
SEVEN CAN HELP YOU TAKE CONTROL OF TECHNOLOGY INSIDE YOUR HOME. SUSIE FOGARTY WITH SMART GIN SOCIETY IS HERE TALKING ABOUT DIGITAL ADDICTION. IT IS A REAL THING. IT ABSOLUTELY IS A REAL THING. I THINK FIRST AND FOREMOST, PARENTS HAVE TO LOOK AT THEIR OWN SCREEN TIME USAGE IF THEY REALLY WANT TO MODEL GREAT SCREEN TIME USAGE FOR THEIR KIDS. BUT THIS IS THE THING WE TELL PARENTS TO LOOK FOR.
Arizona opinion: Mining in the state: Don't believe the hype
The following is the opinion and analysis of the writer: All those foreign mining companies sniffing around — scooping, drilling, digging, and blasting through southern Arizona’s Sky Islands and its most biodiverse hot spots — they’re promising the world to Arizonans. Jobs. Tax revenue. Economic prosperity. A domestic source of copper to improve national security. Tucsonans have learned from Copper World and South32 that it’s all hyperbole. By now, residents have learned not to believe the hype.
New Netflix series 'Adolescence' sheds light on problem happening everywhere
THROUGHOUT. FIRST NEWS. SEVEN CAN HELP PARENTS AND CHILDREN HAVE OPEN CONVERSATIONS ABOUT TECHNOLOGY. SUSIE FOGARTY WITH SMART GEN SOCIETY IS HERE, AND WE’RE TALKING ABOUT THIS NETFLIX SERIES. A LOT OF PEOPLE HAVE BEEN TALKING ABOUT IT’S CALLED ADOLESCENCE AND WAKE UP CALL, REALLY, THAT IT IS HAVING AMONG VIEWERS. IT’S HARD NOT TO READ SOMETHING ONLINE OR SEE IT ON THE NEWS. NETFLIX HAS SAID THAT 66 MILLION PEOPLE WATCHED IT WITHIN THE FIRST TWO WEEKS.
Dual Language Academy in Omaha has long waiting list to enroll
There is new life inside an old Catholic school. St. Joan of Arc near 74th and Hascall closed it's school last year. The building is back open now as the Dual Language Academy. Every morning, Principal Angie Gonzales Smith greets all of her students in Spanish, even though 70% of the students are native English-speaking. "There is a lot of new research on multi-language learners and how it alters the brain, same thing as what learning music at a young age does," Smith said.
Be aware of scams: Technology can be a tool, and a risk
WELL HELP YOU FROM GETTING SCAMMED. SUSIE FOGARTY WITH SMART GEN SOCIETY IS HERE WITH ADVICE. SO. TECHNOLOGY IS IMPACTING EVERY GENERATION IN GOOD WAYS AND BAD WAYS. ONE OF THE WORST IS BEING SCAMMED. ABSOLUTELY. YOU HAVE TO TRUST THE SOURCE THAT IT’S COMING THROUGH. IF IT’S COMING THROUGH YOUR EMAIL AND THEY WANT YOU TO OPEN SOMETHING, DON’T OPEN ANYTHING. IF IT’S AN EMAIL ADDRESS THAT YOU DON’T KNOW OR IF THEY’RE TRYING TO GET YOU TO GIVE THEM MONEY, AUTHENTICATE THAT EMAIL ADDRESS.
Omaha experts say to stop sleeping with your cellphone
Are you sleeping with your cellphone?Even if you aren't on the device, having it next to you can cause "brain drain."Smart Gen Society said teachers and employers are seeing a sleep deprived and distracted generation due to the constant connection to devices.
How important are face to face conversations?
SEVEN CAN HELP YOU TAKE CONTROL OF TECHNOLOGY USE INSIDE YOUR HOME. SUSIE FOGERTY IS HERE WITH US. SHE’S FROM SMART GEN SOCIETY, AND WE’RE TALKING THIS MORNING ABOUT HAVING CONVERSATIONS AND PERSONAL CONNECTIONS. WE LEARNED HOW TO DO IT WITHOUT A CELL PHONE, BUT THIS YOUNGER GENERATION, THEY’RE CONSTANTLY INUNDATED WITH MESSAGES AND CONVERSATIONS THAT ARE VIRTUAL. ABSOLUTELY.
7 Can Help: Modeling behavior when it comes to cell phones
Research shows that actions speak louder than words when it comes to smartphones and screen time.Suzie Fogarty with Smart Gen Society says the best way for kids to develop healthy tech habits is for parents to lead by example."They are watching us all the time," Fogarty said.
'Really cool missing middle': New development in Elkhorn aims to answer need for rental homes
Elkhorn is one of the fastest growing areas in the Metro, but there aren't many options for renters. Aerie Blue Sage is a new rental community just south of 204th and Pacific streets. "We've already had 10 move-ins, and we're delivering about 10 to 12 cottages each month until November," Joe Slosburg, one of the developers, said. "It is really a hassle-free way to live in a home but have all the perks of renting an apartment." Slosburg is from the area and said he understands the local market.
Eyes hurt? Headache? How to protect your vision while scrolling on screens
HERE’S A QUESTION DO YOU GET THOSE PESKY HEADACHES THROUGHOUT THE DAY? IT COULD BE YOUR CELL PHONE AND LOOKING AT THE SCREEN CAN HELP. DON’T WORRY, SUSIE FOGARTY WITH SMART IS HERE. WE’RE TALKING ABOUT A SETTING ON YOUR PHONE THAT DIRECTLY IS GOING TO NOTIFY YOU IF YOU ARE TOO CLOSE. THAT’S RIGHT. WE’RE FINDING OUT BECAUSE WE SPEND SO MUCH TIME BEHIND A SCREEN THAT WE ARE STARTING TO SEE EYE PROBLEMS IN KIDS YOUNGER AND YOUNGER.
7 Can Help: Sensor the content coming into your home
COMING UP. SEVEN CAN HELP YOU REIN IN TECHNOLOGY USE INSIDE OF YOUR HOME. SUSIE FOGARTY WITH SMART SOCIETY IS HERE WITH ADVICE. A LOT OF PEOPLE DON’T REALIZE THAT STUFF THAT’S COMING IN IN FRONT OF YOUR KIDS EYES IS COMING THROUGH THE ROUTER, AND THERE’S NOTHING YOU CAN DO ABOUT IT. ABSOLUTELY. NOT ONLY WITH YOUR CHILD SCREENS THAT YOU CAN SET IN THE PERIMETERS INSIDE OF THE SETTINGS OF THIS TECHNOLOGY, BUT WE’RE ALSO ASKING PARENTS TO TAKE IT A STEP FURTHER.
How to take control of your devices
OF YOUR DEVICES. SUSIE FOGARTY WITH SMART GEN SOCIETY IS HERE WITH ADVICE. WANT TO TALK ABOUT THE ADVICE THAT YOU ARE BRINGING TO SCHOOLS AND THE MESSAGE TO KIDS? YOU CONTROL THE DEVICE. DON’T LET THE DEVICE CONTROL YOU. ABSOLUTELY. WE REALLY TALK ABOUT THE POWER OF SOCIAL MEDIA, THE POWER OF THE ALGORITHM, AND THAT YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THESE DEVICES. BUT WE ALSO TEACH KIDS ABOUT THEIR BRAIN DEVELOPMENT, TOO, ESPECIALLY IN THE TEENAGE YEARS.
'Joy of meeting Omaha': Why are more tourists coming here?
Omaha is said to be a small city with big amenities.2024 was the third record-breaking year in a row for tourism, according to Deb Ward with Visit Omaha. "We had more people visiting this city than ever before, more people from the airport, filled more hotel rooms than ever, highest hotel revenue recorded in history." Ward says the record-breaking hotel revenue brought in $282 million. Overall, tourists spent $1.5 billion here last year. Ward says it was a 5% jump from 2023.
Using parental controls to setting boundaries in the virtual world
Cell phones give you the ability to be constantly connected. That's not always safe, especially for kids. If you want to set boundaries between your child and screen time, 7 Can Help you stay in control. It is scary but true: Most parents have no idea what their kids are looking at on their phones. KETV's 7 Can Help is finding out how to set boundaries on the phone.
Is your child addicted to their cell phone? Don't blame them
Love them or hate them, cell phones are everywhere. You need one to function in today's world. But for kids, how do they handle this powerful device safely? And how do parents set boundaries? "What we're finding is parents are over-parenting in the real world and not parenting enough in the virtual world," Suzie Fogarty said. The virtual world: Where everything and almost everyone has access to your kids through that tiny device.
Don't get hustled by social media apps: Keeping kids safe on their phones
State leaders are going after social media apps, saying social media is causing a mental health crisis in kids. Some might say the kids need to be regulated. But experts say they're an easy target for companies. With unlimited access, phones can be very powerful. Suzie Fogarty with Smart Gen Society said most kids and teens have no idea how to handle them safely. "Giving your 14-year-old a cell phone is like giving your 16-year-old a Ferrari on their 16th birthday. Would you ever do that?
Fremont Lakes upgrades include campsite improvements
This year, hundreds of thousands of people will visit the Fremont Lakes Recreation Area. Some of them are guests from out of state. "Fremont Lakes ranks in the top five most visited areas that we have in our 76 area state park system," Greg Wagner, with Nebraska Game and Parks, said. He says camping at Fremont Lakes is especially popular because of the layout. "We have 20 sandpit lakes there, and around those sandpit lakes, we have camping," Wagner said.
Takedown the tumor: Wrestlers take to the mat in memory of pediatric cancer patients
If you've ever wrestled, you know the sport is not easy. "Pushing through and being tough," Harrison Pflaster said. "It requires a lot of mental toughness, through adversity," Josh Cogswell said. Sunday, wrestlers will push themselves harder for a cause bigger than the sport. "I decided to wrestle in this tournament because my friend Grady passed away from brain cancer a few years ago," Cogswell said. "I'm wrestling for my best friend Jimmy, that died of brain cancer," Miles Ostronic said.
Omaha HVAC expert shares tips for managing heating bill
In a matter of weeks, we'll be cranking the furnace, trying to stay warm. Your HVAC system is the most expensive appliance in your home. But are you taking care of it as often as you should? "If the filter is clogged, not changed as much as it's supposed to be, excess energy will be used trying to move that air, burning more fuel, not being as efficient as it's designed to be," Scott Wood, owner of McCarthy's One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning, said.
Blow out your sprinklers before winter weather busts them
WE’RE ENJOYING SOME NICE FALL TEMPERATURES, BUT WINTER IS RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER. WE’VE ALREADY HAD ONE FREEZE THIS SEASON, BUT BEFORE A LONG, DEEP FREEZE, WE’RE FINDING OUT HOW TO SAVE MONEY AND SAVE YOUR SPRINKLERS. HERE’S KETV NEWSWATCH SEVEN’S MELISSA FRY WITH THIS, SEVEN CAN HELP REPORT. ALL ACROSS THE METRO, HOSES CRISSCROSSED LAWNS. NEBRASKA’S WEATHER CAN CHANGE AS EVERYBODY KNOWS, WITHIN A DAY OR TWO. AND AS WE WAIT FOR SEAN’S FREEZE FORECAST, THERE ARE THINGS YOU CAN DO NOW TO PREPARE.
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