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Sunday, February 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 23rd of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ High school junior, Claire Davenport, founded the Healing Hugs Project to create colorful blankets and pillowcases for hospitalized children in Omaha, aiming to provide comfort and a more homelike atmosphere. WOWT
- ➤ The community rallied to raise over $100,000 for Ron Hernandez, a veteran and nonprofit owner battling stage four pancreatic cancer, ensuring his family's home was secured. KETV
- ➤ The Harney Street Bridge in Omaha was demolished to make way for a streetcar project, affecting traffic and initiating a series of weekend closures for reconstruction over the next 10 months. KETV
- ➤ Krissy Gallagher-McMillan, a dedicated advocate for the unhoused in Omaha, who testified against a bill criminalizing street camping, was found dead in her tent due to hypothermia. Omaha World-Herald
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Three individuals sustained injuries, one critically, in an early morning crash on I-480 and 30th St., with the incident causing temporary closure of the exit. KETV
- ➤ One individual sustained serious injuries in a vehicular accident near 42nd and Ames early Saturday morning, with the cause currently under investigation. KETV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UNO men's basketball team secures at least a share of the Summit League Regular Season Title for the first time in school history after defeating South Dakota 93-85. KETV
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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Dirty Dancing in Concert - Omaha
Experience the iconic film 'Dirty Dancing' live with musicians performing its classic soundtrack in an engaging concert format at the Orpheum Theater.
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Gaelic Storm Live Performance
Gaelic Storm, a prominent Celtic band known for their energetic performances, will bring their latest music to Omaha, showcasing nearly two decades of artistic evolution.
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