Morning
Omaha
Sunday, February 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 22nd of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Barstool Open fundraiser is raising money for UCP Nebraska in Omaha’s Old Market to support services for children with cerebral palsy (one in 345 children is diagnosed with the condition). The event aims to boost community spirit through local athletic activities. WOWT
- ➤ Special Olympics Nebraska will host the Polar Plunge on Saturday at Holmes Lake to raise funds for the organization as dozens plunge into cold water for a good cause + supporting local athletes. WOWT
- ➤ Participants plunged into freezing water at Holmes Lake on Saturday to support Special Olympics Nebraska — the event raised funds through collected pledges and showcased local spirit. WOWT
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday morning, firefighters quickly contained an electrical malfunction fire in a North Omaha home near 27th and Crown Point avenues around 11:45 a.m. (rescued an unharmed dog and kept residents safe) while damages are estimated at about $45,000. WOWT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Omaha native civil rights leader Malcolm X was assassinated in New York City on Feb. 21, 1965 while addressing an Organization of Afro-American Unity event, marking a pivotal moment in the civil rights movement. WOWT
- ➤ Local leaders (in an interview) discussed the Tenaska Center for Arts and its role in boosting Omaha’s creative scene today. Grow Omaha
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Cedric Cooper, a Benson High alumnus (who previously held leadership roles in Lincoln and Wyoming), is set to become the new principal at his alma mater in Omaha. Omaha World-Herald
- ➤ Barry Thomas has been named the new principal at Omaha Northwest High School and is eager to lead the school and serve a community he has long been part of. Omaha World-Herald
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ CHI Health in Omaha uses a new grant from the Beryl Institute to launch a five-week training program that lets employees & volunteers bring therapy dogs to work to ease stress, and nurse Joyce Miller Andersen hopes her dog Peaches will boost staff morale. KETV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, Omaha's hockey team lost game two, 6-3 to Arizona State in Tempe after Jérémy Loranger assisted on all three goals including the tying goal with 14:08 left in regulation. Senior Tyler Rollwagen scored two power-play goals and Omaha will play its final series against Miami (Ohio) next weekend. University of Nebraska Omaha
- ➤ At the state wrestling championships this weekend, Skutt Catholic and Creighton Prep secured multiple titles at the Parade of Champions in Omaha. Tyler Harrill became a four time state champion by pinning his opponent early while Khy'ree Thomas Calloway celebrated his 150th career win. KETV
- ➤ Nebraska men's basketball won 87–64 over Penn State on Saturday at Pinnacle Bank Arena, with Pryce Sandfort scoring 24 points—helping the Huskers secure a decisive victory. They will host Maryland Wednesday at 6 p.m. KETV
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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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Therapy Dogs
6-7:30 p.m. — Student Center — Free entry — Take a break and enjoy some stress-relief with friendly therapy dogs on campus.
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The Work Lab Healthcare Roundtable
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. — Security National Bank - 3 Pacific Place — Free entry — Engage in a practical discussion on transforming healthcare work culture and exploring alternative employer-sponsored healthcare models.
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Hercules Opera
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Orpheum Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience Handel’s timeless opera exploring themes of trust and betrayal as Hercules returns home victorious.
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10th Annual Shamrock 5k Run/Walk
9 a.m. — Backlot Taphouse — $7+ — Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a family-friendly run and fun giveaways at Aksarben Village.
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Discovering the Galapagos
2-3:30 p.m. — Holland Center — Tickets required — Explore the groundbreaking science of the Galapagos Islands with marine ecologist Alex Hearn.
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