Good morning, Omaha.

Visitors at Durham Museum can explore Lego models of Nebraska landmarks and build their own designs at an interactive exhibit open to the public.

The Greater Omaha Chamber and Mayor Ewing announced Brain Gain Omaha (a task force to attract and keep young talent) at an annual meeting this week.

The initiative follows new regional studies and will work with employers, education partners, and workforce organizations to boost jobs and opportunity.

UNO Quiz Bowl Club meets on Monday evenings from 6 to 7 p.m. in room 127 at the Community Engagement Center (students engage in friendly trivia contests while planning for interstate competitions).

Omaha is expecting record warm temperatures on Monday afternoon with highs near 70 degrees, possibly breaking a record of 63 according to KETV NewsWatch 7.

Meteorologists advise residents near the Elkhorn, Loup and Platte Rivers to be cautious as a flood watch is in effect due to ice jam risks.

Three-year-old Violet Bowen will have brain surgery late February to remove an arachnoid cyst as she battles craniosynostosis (premature skull fusion) that raises concerns about her vision.

Her family is preparing for additional tests and follow-ups as doctors work to ease her symptoms.

Omaha Men's Tennis swept Midland to earn their first win of the dual season by winning all singles and doubles matches in straight sets.

The Mavericks (record 1-5) will travel next weekend to play UIC on Saturday, Feb. 14 and Northern Illinois on Sunday, Feb. 15.

Omaha Women’s Tennis defeated Montana 6-1 in a neutral-site match in Sioux Falls.

The Mavericks will host Missouri State on Friday, Feb. 13 and Northern Iowa on Saturday, Feb. 14 at Miracle Hill Tennis Center.

Union Omaha announced leadership changes Friday as the downtown stadium project advanced, calling the move a strategic shift.

The decision aims to align the team with future plans (additional details were not disclosed).

Creighton beat Seton Hall as Nik Graves hit a game-winning 3-pointer with 2.5 seconds left while Isaac Traudt scored 18 points on Feb.

6. The close finish highlighted Creighton's strong performance.

Rienk Mast scored 26 points to lead Nebraska to an 80-68 win over Rutgers Saturday; four players scored in double figures and Rutgers lost its seventh straight game.

The Cornhuskers, now 21-2, will host No. 12 Purdue on Tuesday.

North High grad Mehki Butler is on the Patriots practice squad & will head to the Super Bowl as his family & coaches cheer him on in California this weekend.

Former Omaha Storm Chaser Terrance Gore, a speedy MLB star who won three World Series championships including with the Royals in 2015, died at 34 as announced by the Kansas City Royals on Saturday, Feb.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Kaivon Concert

8-11 p.m. — Slowdown — Check for ticket prices — Experience the melodic energy and danceability of Kaivon's music live on stage.

An Evening With Toto

7:00 PM — Orpheum Theater — Tickets starting at $90 — Experience the legendary hits of Toto live in concert.