Friday, February 21st, 2025

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Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of February.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ In Omaha, a woman was found deceased and her husband critically injured due to suspected extreme cold exposure. KFAB
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 27-year-old man was arrested for the stabbing death of a 24-year-old man in North Omaha. WOWT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Omaha Community Playhouse marks its 100th anniversary with the opening of 'Dot,' a comedy-drama praised by the New York Times and discussed by Director TammyRa' for its broad American relevance and personal impact. KIOS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Douglas County health officials express concern over potential impacts of FEMA firings and state funding cuts on disaster and disease outbreak preparedness. Omaha World-Herald
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A new, more powerful fentanyl compound in Omaha requires multiple NARCAN doses for overdose reversal, marking a worrisome increase in drug potency. WOWT
TRAVEL NEWS
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Kora's Kindness Camp: Inspiring Acts of Kindness for Kids
Kora's Kindness Camp is an event designed to engage children in meaningful acts of kindness through interactive activities and community service projects.
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Jim Henson's Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock Live Tour
The Fraggles embark on their first nationwide tour, led by Gobo Fraggle, in search of the Great Song Stone, featuring an engaging musical adventure.
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Trivia Night at Local Beer, Patio and Kitchen (Millard)
Weekly trivia night featuring games hosted by Game Night Live at Local Beer Patio & Kitchen in Omaha.
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ROCK’N Bingo Night at RTG on Center
Enjoy a fun music bingo night at RTG on Center, hosted by Game Night Live, a leading provider of bar trivia and music bingo games.
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Arkansauce Live in Omaha
Arkansauce is set to perform live at Slowdown in Omaha, providing an enjoyable music experience for attendees.
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2025 Omaha Home & Garden Expo
This annual event celebrates home and garden enthusiasts with discounted admission and features a variety of products and services.
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18th Annual Heat the Streets Run & Walk for Warmth
The Heat the Streets Run & Walk for Warmth offers participants a chance to engage in a community-oriented running and walking event supporting local warmth initiatives.
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Daily Educational Programs at Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail
Educational programs are available daily at the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail Headquarters and Visitor Center, including ranger-led tours and self-guided activities.
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Explore Volkssport with the Nebraska Trailblazers
The Nebraska Trailblazers Walking Club offers a social and non-competitive environment for community members to engage in fitness activities through walking and social meetings.
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Weekly Trivia Night at Local Beer Patio & Kitchen (Millard)
A fun trivia night at Local Beer Patio & Kitchen in Omaha, hosted by Game Night Live, featuring community-friendly games.
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