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Nebraska's Natural Resources Districts (NRDs) are tasked with protecting and enhancing Nebraska's natural resources for the good of its residents. The 23 NRDs are based on river basin boundaries across the state and address flood control, erosion, irrigation run-off, groundwater issues, and recreation. We learn about some of the work occurring in the Omaha metro's NRD, the Papio-Missouri River NRD.

Storybook Land returns to Omaha. Meet and greet your favorite storybook characters—Elephant & Piggie, Rainbow Fish, Llama Llama, Dinosaur, Paddington, and others—at Westroads Mall in Omaha! All kids receive a free book, while supplies last. Also, David Dick book talks How To Sell a Haunted House by Grady Hendrix.

For the curious to the avid family historians out there, the Omaha Public Library has added two new genealogy research databases to its already robust list of resources free and available to the public. Plus, Holly Pelesky joins us to talk about the book Notes on an Execution by Danya Kukafka.

Modern ambient and experimental music on 91.5 KIOS-FM Omaha Public Radio.

On today's show, Tom Knoblauch talks with Flatwater Film Festival founders Joshua Weixelman and Greg Gale about the state of Nebraska's film scene, how it has changed over the past two decades, and what to expect at this year's festival.

David Holtzclaw is in conversation with Maria Corpuz to explain how local homeowners can take advantage of the Inflation Reduction Act to make their homes greener.

On today's show, Tom Knoblauch is in conversation with Julia Steiner from the band Ratboys about their new album "The Window," the ever-shifting music landscape,and how Steiner developed her unique style over the past decade.

On today's show, Maria Corpuz is in conversation with Andy Saladino, development director of Youth Emergency Services.

A reissue of the 1977 album, Harvest Time, and a performance of the 2021 collaboration, Promises, collectively present the late saxophonist's music as a vessel to gather within.

Kids take part in a Dr. Seuss story with Heartland Youth Ballet by dancing out the characters and animals. This is a fun and active way for children to connect with the story and bring it to life. Heartland Youth Ballet students will then share their version of the Dr. Seuss story. This storytime is geared for toddlers and preschoolers, but all ages are welcome to attend. Check the OPL events calendar to see when they'll be at your branch. Also, David Dick joins us to talk about the book Maeve Fly by C.J. Leede.