Morning
Omaha
Monday, January 20th, 2025
Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 20th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Salvation Army is initiating warming centers at the Kroc Center and Heritage Place at Renaissance Village to help those in need during cold weather. WOWT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Omaha Pop Expo, celebrating its second year, saw an increase in attendance, offering attendees a chance to explore local and national pop culture vendors, cosplayers, and guest artists for free at Oakview Mall. KETV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The article lists recent building permits issued in Omaha, including both residential and commercial projects, with specific attention to their values. Omaha World-Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Millard Public Schools is conducting a mail-in election for a $158 million bond issue to improve safety, facilities, and undergo renovations without raising the current bond levy tax rate. Omaha World-Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Omaha Mayor's Office is accepting applications for its 2025 neighborhood grants program, offering up to $5,000 to enhance public safety and quality of life, with a total of $100,000 available from the city's budget. Omaha World-Herald
- ➤ Omaha Mayor Jean Stothert appointed two public housing residents to the Omaha Housing Authority board, aligning with a Nebraska law to increase resident representation and accountability. Omaha World-Herald
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Music Bingo Night at RTG on Center
Experience a fun-filled evening of Music Bingo at RTG on Center in Omaha, Nebraska, hosted by Game Night Live.
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Weekly Trivia Night at Harney Street Tavern
This event features a weekly trivia night hosted by Game Night Live at Harney Street Tavern, offering engaging games for the community to enjoy.
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10th Anniversary Celebration: The Season Finale
This event marks the 10th anniversary celebration of a music series at The Waiting Room Lounge, featuring a special finale performance.
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Nebraska-Omaha Mavericks Women's Basketball vs. Kansas City Roos
The Nebraska-Omaha Mavericks women's basketball team faces off against the Kansas City Roos at Baxter Arena.
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2025 Omaha Kings & Omaha Queens Pro Indoor Soccer Match
This indoor soccer event features the Omaha Kings and Omaha Queens competing at Baxter Arena.
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All Millard Orchestra Festival 2025
The All Millard Orchestra Festival is an annual event featuring orchestra students from grades 8-12, showcasing their musical talents in a concert at Baxter Arena.
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Trivia Night at Local Beer Patio and Kitchen
A weekly trivia night at Local Beer Patio & Kitchen in Omaha, featuring engaging games hosted by Game Night Live.
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Weekly Trivia Night at Harney Street Tavern
Harney Street Tavern hosts a weekly trivia night in Omaha, featuring games by Game Night Live for participants to enjoy.
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Hudson Westbrook Live in Omaha
Hudson Westbrook, a rising country music artist from Texas, showcases his unique blend of infectious melodies in a live performance at The Admiral Theater.
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The Broken Magic Comedy Hour featuring Zach Peterson
Experience a night of standup comedy with Zach Peterson and top comics from the Midwest at The Backline Comedy Theatre.
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