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The Metropolitan Area Planning Agency is reaching out to those in the Greater Omaha-Council Bluffs area for input on identifying unsafe areas on roads and streets as part of its Safe Streets for All project. This community-driven initiative aims to improve traffic safety through direct feedback from the public. To participate in the survey, visit www.mapacog.org/projects/ss4a

Con Azúcar Café, a new café located inside Isla Del Mar Restaurante II, will host its soft opening July 27th at 2502 South 133rd Plaza. This is the franchise’s first Nebraska location, with three existing locations in San José, Calif. Con Azúcar describes itself as “a little piece of Mexico in every sip, in every smile and in every shared moment.” - Nicole Buntgen

The Urban Land Institute named Omaha’s Riverfront Revitalization project as one of 10 developments to win a 2024 Americas Award for Excellence. The award recognizes superior developments and considers the entire development process including planning, design, management and economic impact. Other winners from the Midwest include the Bottleworks District in Indianapolis, Lincoln Common in Chicago and Pillars of the Valley in St. Louis. Winners become finalists for ULI’s Global Awards for Excellence. - Isaiah Ang

The Back Nine, an indoor simulated golf venue, will hold a grand opening celebration this Saturday at its new 2,140 sq. ft. space at 10730 Pacific Street in Regency Landing. The Back Nine is open 24-hours-per-day and allows customers to play simulated versions of famous golf courses. The St. George, Utah-based company had 12 previously opened locations in Utah, Nevada, Arizona, Tennessee and South Carolina. - Grow Omaha staff

Via Farina, a modern Italian restaurant in Omaha’s Little Italy District, plans to open a second location this fall. The location has not yet been announced. Owned by Maven Social, the restaurant is known for its wood-fired, sourdough Neapolitan-style pizzas. - Nicole Buntgen

A new rooftop bar is coming soon to Benson. The Tenant will open the first week of August at 6201 Maple Street, across from The Waiting Room. The Asian-inspired smokehouse and bar will also cater, host private parties and offer a signature frozen drink program at its Rooftop Rosé Garden, according to its website. – Nicole Buntgen

The owner of a 5-acre parcel southeast of 204th & West Dodge Road has plans for future development. According to city planning board and city council documentation, the parcel may be developed into commercial space or multifamily housing. It neighbors the north side of the Extra Storage Space storage facility at 204th & Farnam Street. - Isaiah Ang

30hop, a bar and grill with rotating seasonal craft beers, is opening its fourth location – and first in Nebraska – late this year in Heartwood Preserve southwest of 144th & West Dodge Road. 30hop started in Iowa City and has additional locations in Coralville and Cedar Rapids, Iowa. -Grow Omaha staff

HomeGrown, a breakfast-and-lunch eatery featuring locally-sourced dishes, plans to open this fall on first floor of the 15-story Blackstone Plaza building at 36th & Farnam Street. The Wichita, Kansas-based restaurant has 10 existing locations in Kansas, Missouri, Iowa and Arkansas. – Grow Omaha staff

The Too Good To Go app, the world’s largest B2C marketplace for surplus food, was recently launched in Omaha. The app helps reduce food waste by connecting users with discounted surplus food from restaurants and retailers. Current area retailers include Krispy Kreme and Whole Foods in Regency. - Nicole Buntgen