GRETNA, Neb. — In today's Morning Lift, 3 News Now's Zach Williamson picks up Gretna Mayor Mike Evans.

Evans is a Nebraska-lifer and has lived in Gretna for about 24 years. He was elected as Mayor in 2025.

He tells us when he first moved here the city's population was around 4,000. Now, the population is around 9,000, but if you include the surrounding areas probably closer to 25,000. Evans says its predicted that Gretna's population could reach 50,000 - 60,000 in the next decade.

During the drive:

Evans tells us a bit about Gretna's history, including the red bricks downtown that have been around more than 100 years.

We check out several projects taking place at Gretna Landing, along with some already thriving.

The new Volleyball Center for LOVB Nebraska that is set to open this fal

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