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Omaha
Friday, January 9th, 2026
Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Food Bank for the Heartland is opening a food pantry in Lexington on Jan. 20 to help residents as the Tyson Foods plant closes that day. The nonprofit is also supporting food pantry partners within a 50-mile radius (15.3% of Dawson County residents are food insecure). KETV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Uber driver Willis Renshaw in Omaha lost two weeks’ pay to a spoof text scam but later received a $1,775 reimbursement from Uber after a First Alert 6 investigation; he said the payout came when he needed help covering his son's hospital bills after a stroke. WOWT
- ➤ Atlanta-based Small Sliders has signed a development agreement to open four quick-serve burger restaurants in Omaha + Lincoln while site selection is underway. One of the restaurant's owners is former NFL quarterback Drew Brees. Grow Omaha
- ➤ Paradise Bakery & Café will open a new location at Nebraska Medicine's Village Pointe campus at 111 North 175th Street near 175th & Burke Street. The bakery relocated from Village Pointe Shopping Center after reopening at Nebraska Crossing in January 2025. Grow Omaha
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Nebraska Board of Regents postponed its meeting Thursday to review an $800 million Nebraska Medicine deal after lawmakers called for a pause, leaving the future of the plan uncertain. Future discussions will be scheduled as the situation evolves. Omaha World-Herald
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Lawmakers are debating a bill to lower high health insurance premiums as thousands of metro policyholders continue to feel the impact. The debate is ongoing and aims to deliver relief from costly coverage. WOWT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska earned a commitment from former UCLA defensive end Anthony Jones on Thursday when he announced his decision to join the Huskers via social media. The redshirt junior measured 6 ft 5 in and weighed 265 lbs, played 37 games (14 starts) at four schools, and adds veteran experience. KETV
- ➤ The No. 25 Nebraska women's basketball team defeated Indiana (78-73) on Jan. 8 in a closely contested game. The win boosts the Huskers' strong season. WOWT
- ➤ On Thursday, Tony Osburn scored a season-high 27 points and reached 1,013 points (the 45th milestone in Maverick history) to help Omaha secure a 90-79 win over North Dakota at Baxter Arena. University of Nebraska Omaha
- ➤ Local fans braved wintry conditions at the Omaha Supernovas season opener today, and many cheered as the team battled chill and players & supporters enjoyed a lively game. WOWT
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North Dakota State Bison vs. Omaha Mavericks Mens Basketball
1-3 p.m. — Baxter Arena — Check ticket pricing for entry — Experience an exciting college basketball showdown featuring local teams.
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Breakfast Club - Ripple Intent
8:00-9:30 a.m. — MCL Construction — Register online — Explore how self-awareness and practice can drive positive change in our lives.
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Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer
6:30-7:30 p.m. — The Rose Theater — Tickets required — Experience the enchanting music of Hans Zimmer in a unique candlelit setting.
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New Music Monday
8-11 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — All ages — Enjoy live performances from Unthroned, Ugly Lotus, and Omkara on a night of fresh sounds.
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Omaha Westside vs. Papillion-LaVista JV Basketball Game
7:15 p.m. — Papillion-La Vista High School — Free entry — Watch the Papillion-LaVista JV basketball team take on Omaha Westside in an exciting home conference matchup.
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Colorado College Tigers at Nebraska Omaha Mavericks Men's Hockey
7:07-9:07 p.m. — Baxter Arena — Ticket prices vary — Witness an exciting matchup as college hockey teams battle on the ice.
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New Music Monday
8-11 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — All ages welcome — Discover fresh sounds from local talent Moon Pigeons, Blind Cassidy, Wayne Famous & The Dangerous Moment.
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A View Venues 10th Annual Vendor Night
5:30-8:30 p.m. — A View on State — Free entry — Celebrate a decade of vendors with food, fun, and inspiration for your next event.
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Omaha Men's Basketball vs. South Dakota State
7-9 p.m. — Baxter Arena — Cost Info — Witness a thrilling college basketball matchup featuring Omaha taking on South Dakota State.
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Couple Shuffle - Omaha
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Seymour Smith Park — Entry fee varies — Celebrate love and fitness with a Valentine themed race featuring 2-mile, 5k, and 10k options.
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