John Oakey, KETV NewsWatch 7

John Oakey

KETV NewsWatch 7

Omaha, NE, United States

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Trees and plants shape the new Gene Leahy Mall

The skyline of Omaha has never looked better among the trees and plants now gracing the new and revamped Gene Leahy Mall. This was a five-year process from planning what you see to now. OJB Landscape Architects were tasked with the project. "We really tried to focus on element, texture, color and how these plants work together to shape the rooms and parts of the park you are in," said Nathan… → Read More

Millwork Commons wants to attract CWS fans

North Downtown location is two blocks from stadium → Read More

Ralston High preparing students for career in trades

High schools are realizing not every teen is ready for or wants to go to college.At Ralston High School, they are leading the way with the only accredited high school automotive academy in the state."We have a lot of support from the industry and the colleges," said automotive technology teacher Andrew Berthold. "Our superintendent is a former industrial tech teacher. He understands the value of… → Read More

Need to shed some pounds? Here is what you need to do.

Summer is approaching and you want to look your best in your shorts and swimsuit. So what do you need to do to start making better eating choices? We asked CHI Health registered dietitian Ellen Thomsen for advice."I see people coming from all different places," Thomsen said. "Try and prioritize where are you. What are your barriers to healthy eating. Is it food access? You just don't know what… → Read More

March Madness Munchies

Consider healthier options while watching the games → Read More

Healthy snack options for kids

When the kids get home from school, they probably reach for a snack. It's typically something easy, fast and not healthy. But you can help them change."It's important that kids are getting snacks to help fuel their bodies during the day," says Amanda Jochum, Hy-Vee Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. "Their little stomachs are not able to get all nutrients they need in three meals."Getting kids… → Read More

Meal Prep is great for families on the go

Spring is here and that means more time outdoors. It may also mean there is no time to make healthy dinners. There are some simple things you can do and it takes planning."When it comes to healthy eating, the No. 1 thing is planning and unfortunately we miss out and that leads to unhealthy food choices," says Amanda Jochum, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with Hy-Vee.Jochum says meal prep can… → Read More

Omaha Storm Chasers ready for new season

Major League Baseball finally ended their 99-day lockout. But it never affected the Omaha Storm Chasers. They are getting Werner Park ready for the home opener on April 12th."We will keep playing, we will keep playing," Storm Chasers President Martie Cordaro said. "We are excited about that. Our fans went through 609 days at the end of 2019 to beginning of 2021, so we are excited to be able to… → Read More

Former OPD officer turned author

A former Omaha Police Officer went from serving and protecting to becoming an author. Chris LeGrow loves to tell stories. It came in handy when he wanted to write a book. "Senile Squad" focuses on a group of retired police who are not ready to stop fighting crime."That's all they have ever done, serving the public, busting bad guys," says LeGrow. "They sneak out of a retirement home and make… → Read More

Police looking for shooting suspect

Man injured in shooting near 39th Street and Ames Avenue → Read More

Hit-and-run leaves person injured

Omaha Police are looking for a driver who hit a motorcycle and drove off. A passenger on the motorcycle is in critical condition.Police say it happened at 13th and O streets around 12:45 a.m. Both vehicles were southbound.Police describe the suspect vehicle as a dark-colored truck with damage on the right front passenger side. Omaha Police are looking for a driver who hit a motorcycle and drove… → Read More

Healthy Thanksgiving leftover ideas

HEALTHY LEFT OVER IDEA. SO HERE WE ARE AT THANKSGIVING. PROBABLY THINKING WE HAVE GOT TURKEY GOING ON. BUT WHO ABOUT THE DAY AFTER, AND THE DAY AFTER THAT? WE GET KIND OF TIRED OFNG DOI THE SAME THINGS. LAURA: YOU ARE TIRED OF COOKING AN EDATING A LOT OF HEAVY FOOD SOMETIMES. SO WHAT ARE SOME LIGHTER OPTIONS THAT WE CAN EAT HEALTHIER? I PUT TOGETHER JUST A SIMPLE WRAP YEAR RFO US -- HERE FORS. U… → Read More

Simple, easy turkey leftover ideas

EMERGED A DIETITIAN. SOME IDEAS FOR THANKSGIVING LEFTOVERS. FORGET THE TURKEY SANDWICHES, TURKEY CASSEROLES. YOU HAVE SOME GOOD IDEAS FOR US. >> ALSO GOA OD IDEA FOR GAME DAY. WE ARE GOING TO BE MAKING TURKEY NACH HOSERE. WE HAD OUR BASE OF SOME BEANITOS CHI.PS WHAT I LIKE ABOUT THESE OTHER THAN JUST REGURLA TORTILLAS, THEY ARE HIGHER IN FIBER AND PROTEIN BECAUSE THEY ARE MADE FROM BNSEA,… → Read More

Pre-made Thanksgiving meal could be an option

Plus, tips for cooking a better turkey and mashed potato → Read More

Former Bellevue police officer found dead

Craig Wiech was scheduled to appear in court Monday → Read More

Papillion man owns Glacier guide company in Iceland

We first met Ryan Newburn in 2015. The Papillion man had returned from a six-month trip walking across Japan. He was preparing to walk across New Zealand and Australia. Since then, Newburn's life has changed direction, but the adventures continue."If you would have told me then what I'd be doing now I wouldn't believe you," said Newburn. "The original plan was to do all these long walks for five… → Read More

Cool down at Omaha splashpads

It's hot, you don't have access to a pool, so why not hit one of the metro's splashpads."For cooling off, spray grounds all over Omaha,"says Kim Reiner. "We have been to possibly all of them at every city park. We like Benson Park, it's a nice big one.""Oh My! Omaha" blogger Reiner says splash pads are the perfect, free way to cool down. Her favorite is Benson Park. It's a big location. But you… → Read More

Thinking outside the box for free family fun

It's a summer staple in Omaha. Jazz on the Green is back. It might not seem like a great place to take kids, but Oh My! Omaha blogger Kim Reiner has some ideas to keep them entertained."In July, we like to go have fun at Jazz on the Green," says Kim Reiner. "Pack a picnic, bring a bag of distractions if they get bored with dancing."Reiner says the event at Midtown Crossing's Turner Park is the… → Read More

Nebraska and Iowa Passport programs offer free fun

Nebraska and Iowa's Passport programs offer you an incentive to visit parts of the state you might not have considered. There are two spots around the metro you can visit that are free and fun for kids. One is obvious, the Bob Kerrey Pedestrian bridge. It stretches from Iowa to Nebraska."Over in Council Bluffs, the pedestrian bridge is one of the stops," says Kim Reiner. "Kids can go get their… → Read More

Take the kids to the Joslyn Museum

You know the Joslyn Museum's beauty inside and out. There is a lot of history. For most kids, that may seem boring. So send the kids downstairs to Art Works."They have a great space downstairs, Art Works," says Kim Reiner. "Hands-on activities for kids. Usually inspired by traveling exhibits, permanent ones, so you learn a little, too."Reiner writes the "Oh My! Omaha" blog. She says to also… → Read More