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Omaha
Thursday, February 26th, 2026
Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday night, hundreds including Ukrainian families and local supporters gathered at Bethany Lutheran Church in Elkhorn to mark four years since Russia’s full-scale invasion. The event featured music and speeches (including from community leaders) that underscored local solidarity and continued support for Ukraine. Nebraska Examiner
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A sinkhole near Aksarben trapped two vehicles and caused a water main break when Pacific Street between 63rd and 67th closed after the road collapsed at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday — no one was injured and repair work continues today. KETV
- ➤ A sinkhole from a road collapse trapped two cars in Aksarben on Feb. 24, slowing traffic & prompting local crews to inspect the site. KETV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Grand Patisserie has officially opened its second location in Aksarben Village at 2283 South 67th Street + the French bakery’s original site remains open at 14451 West Center Road. Grow Omaha
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Omaha photographer Abiola Kosoko curated 23 images from over 100,000 taken in 15 years to showcase Black life during Black History Month in the city. His photo essay highlights local families + community events that weave a rich cultural tapestry across Omaha. Flatwater Free Press
- ➤ Local board game creators gathered on Tuesday at Spielbound (a popular board game café) to test and refine new ideas as part of the Spielmasons group. The organization worked with the venue to boost Omaha's growing tabletop gaming scene and support creative community partnerships. The Omaha News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UNO introduced its new multi-year Strategic Enrollment Plan on Feb. 25 to boost retention, recruitment and community partnerships — the plan features the Mav One Stop hub to streamline admissions, advising and career services and support current and future Mavericks through 2029. University of Nebraska Omaha
- ➤ Beta Alpha Psi hosted a mock interview workshop at the UNO School of Accounting on Wednesday, Feb. 25 to give students real-world practice with accounting and finance professionals. Industry representatives (including Deloitte, Eide Bailly, Hancock/Dana, Hemphill Search Group, and Mutual of Omaha) provided immediate feedback to sharpen career skills. University of Nebraska Omaha
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Omaha downtown business owners say streetcar construction on Farnam and Harney is hurting revenue as a new group, the Streetcar Impact Alliance, calls for grants, tax breaks and free parking from Mayor John Ewing. The alliance has given March 6 for a response. 3 News Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Skutt Catholic and Creighton Prep showcased strong performances at the Nebraska state wrestling championships last weekend in Omaha. (Skutt claimed six titles while Prep earned four, including one fourth-time champion) with coaches praising leadership and community support. The Omaha News
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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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Connected & Resilient: A Community Conversation on Youth Mental Health
This free community event will begin with a short film exploring youth mental health in today’s technology-shaped world — where connection, identity, and belonging often unfold online as much as offline. A panel discussion and keynote featuring experts working at the intersections of youth mental health, technology, and storytelling will explore and build on the themes surfaced during the film. The evening is designed not just to inform, but to reduce stigma, spark honest dialogue, and equip attendees with tools, perspective, and ideas to implement and maintain healthy relationships with technology.
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