Morning
Omaha
Thursday, February 12th, 2026
Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ UNO students in a Gerontology class partnered with older adults to craft 1,800 Valentine’s Day cards that will soon be delivered to local nursing homes, strengthening bonds across generations. University of Nebraska Omaha
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Jeff Gorat’s new deli in Elkhorn serves made-to-order sandwiches and local products. The deli, located at 203rd and West Dodge Road, offers a busy lunch spot with a mix of deli classics and curated bodega finds (featuring local ingredients). Flatwater Free Press
- ➤ Omaha Steaks announced it will consolidate operations by closing its restaurant supply division while expanding delivery and launching 12+ new retail stores later this year; local restaurants reported scrambling after the change on Tuesday. WOWT
- ➤ Shortly after 7 a.m. Wednesday, a basement fire damaged Stella's Bar and Grill in Bellevue, forcing the restaurant to close until further notice (according to the Bellevue Fire Department). WOWT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Boiler Room, an Old Market restaurant, transforms a raw brick warehouse into a dining destination with a farm-to-table menu and inventive cocktails (including a hot winter cocktail). Established in 2009, it blends elegant plating with local Midwestern charm. Grow Omaha
- ➤ Trimble Mansion in North Omaha, a former Green Book hotel, is now a protected historical site with state, city & national certification. The North Omaha Visitor’s Center will soon add stops to historic Green Book locations as the Durham Museum’s Green Book exhibit remains open this month. WOWT
- ➤ Artist Drew Davies is collecting Dundee neighborhood artifacts to create a commemorative poster celebrating the area's creative past; community members can bring objects to Lola's on Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. or email photos to be included in the project. 3 News Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Student interns at UNO help athletes during practices and injury recovery at Sapp Field House and Health Science Collaborative. The program uses a 360-degree approach to boost athletic performance + mental well-being. University of Nebraska Omaha
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, five Omaha entities received part of $7 million in state grants from the Department of Water, Energy and Environment to support waste and litter reduction projects; the city got $375,069 for a hazardous waste facility and $27,970 for scrap tire collection, while nonprofits and businesses received additional funds. WOWT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At its Feb. 10 meeting, the Douglas County Board honored Capt. Patrick West for nearly 36 years of service in Corrections and extended condolences to his wife. The board also recognized retiring employee Joseph Godek and discussed budget updates, including denying a late tax exemption request for a local church. Flatwater Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Asics Presidents’ Day Classic volleyball tournament will take place from Feb. 13-16 in Omaha, drawing an estimated 13,000 athletes, families, and college coaches to CHI Health Center Omaha and other venues. Local hotels, restaurants, and sports spots expect a boost in business with 570 teams competing. Grow Omaha
- ➤ Nebraska football announced that its spring game will take place at Memorial Stadium on March 28 with kickoff at 11 a.m. — tickets will go on sale Feb. 19 starting at $5, rising to $10 until March 27 before costing $20 on game day. KETV
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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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Kaivon Concert
8-11 p.m. — Slowdown — Check for ticket prices — Experience the melodic energy and danceability of Kaivon's music live on stage.
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An Evening With Toto
7:00 PM — Orpheum Theater — Tickets starting at $90 — Experience the legendary hits of Toto live in concert.
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Johnny Suite Live Performance
8-9:30 p.m. — Slowdown — Ticket info TBA — Experience the island reggae vibes of Johnny Suite from Hawaii.
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