Morning
Omaha
Monday, March 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The annual Walk and Roll for Disabilities raises funds for adult programs including cooking clubs and swim sessions through the Monroe-Meyer Institute. Organizers say the event expands opportunities for participants to build life skills + enjoy community engagement. KETV
- ➤ The Canine Stars performed at the Omaha Home & Garden Expo at CHI Health Center yesterday, with rescue dogs showcasing stunts like Frisbee routines, high jumps, and agility courses. The show aimed to encourage pet adoption by highlighting each dog’s unique strengths. KETV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Crews from the Omaha Fire Department responded to a house fire in northwest Omaha on Friday night near 101st and Pinkney Street, rescuing a dog and a cat and displacing a family of four (cause undetermined). WOWT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ KETV NewsWatch 7 has published a spring concert guide listing shows from Feb. 13 to early April at venues in Omaha and Lincoln. Fans can check presale ticket details and dates on the guide+ plan their outings to see local favorites. KETV
- ➤ Lied Center announced that Hamilton will return as part of the upcoming 2026-2027 Glenn Korff Broadway Series featuring Shucked, Water for Elephants, Clue and another show to be announced in May. WOWT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska became the 37th state on March 1, 1867 under the Kansas-Nebraska Act (which let settlers decide on slavery). This milestone sparked debates that helped shape the state's early path. WOWT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Association of Operating Room Nurses held its annual bowling fundraiser on Saturday that raised $12,000 in scholarships for junior and senior nursing students to help fill local operating room nurse shortages. Healthcare professionals and team sponsors directly supported the event. WOWT
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Omaha Home and Garden Expo celebrates its 60th year with over 800 displays for outdoor and renovation ideas at CHI Health Center. It runs today from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and brings together local businesses & visitors. KETV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Creighton and Nebraska volleyball teams are set to play an exhibition match this spring in Omaha. A magnitude 4.1 earthquake was reported south of Hastings near Cowles, and some residents felt the shake yesterday. WOWT
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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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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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OMS Winter Showcase
7-9 p.m. — Reverb Lounge — Free entry — Experience an evening of blues and rock with local talent featuring Stuck On Dodge and The Memphis Rejects.
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