Morning
Omaha
Saturday, January 31st, 2026
Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Cunningham's Pub and Grill serves Omaha with hearty pub fare including Sweet and Spicy Wings, Irish Nachos, and a Drunken Jerk Chicken Sandwich. The Blackstone location at 38th and Farnam is open Tuesday to Saturday and offers convenient parking. KETV
- ➤ Burlington Social will open on Feb. 6 in the repurposed Burlington League space at 1002 South 10th Street in Little Italy, featuring a main bar and a basement lounge called The Talk Back To Me Lounge, and joins sister locations on Farnam Street and near 192nd and Pacific. Grow Omaha
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ BATSU! comedy tour made its Omaha stop on Friday, Jan. 30, with First Alert 6’s Maria Cade and Elaina Riley interviewing the cast — the event brought fresh laughs to the community. WOWT
- ➤ Several local events offer a variety of fun this weekend in Omaha; the Omaha Lawn, Flower and Patio Show, BATSU! at the Holland Music Club, and the Mac and Cheese Binge at Midtown Crossing run from Jan. 30 to Feb. 1, inviting families, food lovers and performance fans to join in. WOWT
- ➤ Beer Can Alley is closing its doors for one final night of fun today in Omaha's Capitol District after eight years of service (marking an end to a beloved gathering spot) and will reopen with a new venue concept scheduled for March. 3 News Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The UNO Amateur Radio Club held its first meeting on Jan.29 at the university with nine students and two advisors and plans to finalize official registration soon. The club received a donation ($500) for snacks and will offer radio activities and help with licensing. The Gateway
- ➤ Divine Shepherd Church hosted its 24th annual chili cookoff and silent auction on Jan. 30 to raise funds for Little Lamb Preschool + Child Care expansion. Pastor Brent Smith said the funds will help add three infant rooms plus areas for preschoolers and toddlers this spring to meet growing demand. KETV
- ➤ UNO invites nominations for its Academic Advisor of the Year Award, recognizing outstanding advisor service; nominations are accepted until March 6 and require a minimum of one year of experience. Sammi Kaiser is available for further questions. University of Nebraska Omaha
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers gathered at Stinson Park on Jan. 30 to clean up Little Papio Creek (to keep trash from entering larger river systems). Conservation Nebraska will host its next cleanup on Feb. 27 at 4 p.m. at the same park. KETV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Former Omaha State Sen. Brett Lindstrom paused his campaign for the GOP primary in Nebraska’s 2nd District, saying he now finds the political climate too divisive. He added he would continue supporting local politics behind the scenes. WOWT
- ➤ The Nebraska Public Service Commission is asking producers and landowners owed money by the bankrupt Omaha grain company to submit claims by (deadline Feb.6) to seek potential compensation. Omaha World-Herald
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A senior housing project named Attivo Trail is coming soon to the Avenue One Good Life District at the southwest corner of 188th and Burke Street. It is designed for older adults, offering 165 one- and two-bedroom apartments with an indoor pool, spa area, and basement parking. Grow Omaha
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A Papillion La Vista basketball player (a cancer survivor) was surprised with a grant to cover his new prosthetic leg, and he hopes the support will help him return to the court soon. Omaha World-Herald
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Dumpling Festival Omaha
5-9 p.m. — Various Restaurants — Tasting plates available — Savor a diverse array of dumplings from multiple cuisines at Omaha's premier food tour.
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Smooth Sounds of Santana Concert
8 PM — Holland Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the authentic tribute to Carlos Santana's legendary fusion of rock and world music.
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St. Thomas Tommies vs Omaha Mavericks Basketball
7-9 p.m. — Baxter Arena — Ticketed event — Witness an exciting college basketball match-up in Omaha.
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Family Battle Zone
6-9 p.m. — Papillion Landing Field House — Registration required — Families compete in various Nerf battles and fun games including capture the flag.
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New Music Monday Featuring Local Bands
7-8 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — All ages welcome — Enjoy an evening of fresh sounds with Minus All, Chasing Supernovas, and Free From Failure.
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Omaha Boat Sports and Travel Show 2026
5 PM – 4 PM — CHI Health Center — Registration required — Explore boats, watercraft, and exciting vacation getaways in the Great Outdoors.
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Bryce Vine Concert
8 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — $35 ADV / $40 DOS — Enjoy a night of music on the 'Let's Do Something Stupid Tour' with VIP packages available.
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NCA Lunar New Year's Gala
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Orpheum Theater — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the Year of the Horse with an evening of cultural performances, music, and dance.
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Eagle Run Live Music
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Vino Mas — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of original tunes with Omaha's own singer-songwriter Mark Irvin.
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Omaha Kings & Queens Pro Indoor Soccer
3-5 p.m. — Baxter Arena — Ticket prices vary — Watch the Omaha Kings take on the Minnesota Blizzard followed by the Omaha Queens facing the Kansas Astras in an exciting indoor soccer showdown.
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