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The sandhill cranes have been migrating through central Nebraska for thousands of years with over a million birds stopping along the Platte for a pitstop each spring. It's a sight to behold.

What does a city do when its expanding downtown has too many hills? In Omaha's case, just get rid of them. Hear the story of the lowering of downtown Omaha and the iconic remnants that remain. (Hint: St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church is one of them.)

Common Soil seed packets are available at all Omaha Public Library branches, housed in upcycled wooden card catalogs containing around 115 varieties of flower, herb, and vegetable garden staples. Would-be seed borrowers need only a current Omaha Public Library card to check out up to 15 seed packets (each containing roughly 10 seeds) per calendar month, per cardholder. We then close things out with Erin Duer and a booktalk on The Dance Tree by Kiran Millwood-Hargrave.

Legislative Bill 574, the “Let Them Grow Act,” prohibits gender altering procedures for individuals under the age of 19 and allows for civil action against violators of the act. The bill is one of dozens of anti-transgender laws proposed throughout the United States this year. This is a roll-up of quotes from every Nebraska Senator who participated in the floor debate of LB 574 during the week of March 21-23.

On today’s show, artist, photographer and videographer Eli Rigatuso is in conversation with Maria Corpuz about LGBTQ+ activism in Omaha and the anti-transgender legislation in the state legislature.

Join the Omaha Public Library as it celebrates the Nebraska Science Fest happening throughout the month of April. Check out what events are happening at your branch by visiting omahalibrary.org. We also have Mark Sorenson giving a book talk on When We Were Birds by Ayanna Lloyd Banwo.

On today’s show, Jay Jackson is in conversation with Tom Knoblauch about his new book, "Decent Discourse: Saving Your Country By Loving Your (Wrong?) Neighbor."

Omaha has a new science museum. The Kiewit Luminarium opens on the newly designed riverfront in downtown Omaha. Immerse yourself in science with a community focus. It's also just a lot of fun.

Kelly will bring her band to perform in Omaha on April 14th

Diversity In Action at the Omaha Public Library. El día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children's Day/Book Day), commonly known as Día, is a celebration of children, families, diversity, and reading. Hear about the programs happening at the library. Also, Nicole Hilder talks about the book Tiny Beautiful Things by Cheryl Strayed.