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Friday, March 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Three Omaha chefs participate in a cook-off to raise funds for the community, prefaced by a tour of the Food Bank for the Heartland to understand the extensive efforts and challenges of feeding 93 counties. KETV
- ➤ Dozens of immigrants, including a member of First Alert 6, celebrated becoming U.S. citizens in Omaha. WOWT
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An early morning car accident near 59th and Northwest Radial resulted in an overturned vehicle, but no injuries were reported and the road has since been cleared. KETV
- ➤ An early morning police chase in Omaha resulted in one person being seriously injured, with ongoing investigations into the cause and details of the chase. KETV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Milan Jones, remembered for his inspiring nature and diverse interests, was tragically killed in Omaha, prompting friends to honor his memory by focusing on the positive impact he had on their lives. Omaha World-Herald
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ goGLOW, a salon offering vegan-friendly airbrush tans, is set to open its first Nebraska location in Omaha on March 26. Grow Omaha
SHOP NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR Time’s almost up. Amazon’s Prime Day sale wraps up today, July 11, at midnight. These are the deepest discounts we’re adding to our cart before they’re gone tomorrow: $60 off the AncestryDNA Test Kit, 50% off this Wi-Fi range extender, and $150 off the Bose QuietComfort Bluetooth Headphones. The Buy
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90s and 00s Nostalgia Party featuring DJ Nativo
A night dedicated to 90s and 00s hits, featuring DJ Nativo playing popular grunge, rock, hip hop, and pop artists from the era.
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Tommy Castro & The Painkillers Live Performance
Award-winning blues artist Tommy Castro leads his band The Painkillers in a dynamic live performance featuring songs from his new album and classic tracks.
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Buckethead Live Performance at The Admiral Theater
Buckethead will perform live at The Admiral Theater in Omaha, showcasing his unique blend of avant-garde music and guitar prowess.
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Sunny Sweeney Live at Reverb Lounge
Sunny Sweeney, an acclaimed artist known for her Outlaw Country style, will perform at Reverb Lounge, showcasing her blend of heartfelt storytelling and musical talent.
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Andy Frasco and The U.N. with Kris Lager Band at Slowdown
The event features Andy Frasco & The U.N. alongside the Kris Lager Band as part of the 'Try Not To Die Tour'.
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Bellevue Spring Craft Fair
The Lied Activity Center hosts its 16th annual craft fair, showcasing a variety of handmade crafts from local vendors in Sarpy County.
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Magical Princess Day in Omaha
Omaha Princess Day is a family-friendly event featuring storytelling, songs, dances, crafts, and princess interactions, hosted at the Omaha Marriott.
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Ralston Plant Swap
Ralston’s plant swap event, created by the City of Ralston, is for plant lovers. A chance to socialize with other people who are passionate about plants. The focus of this event is on all things PLANTS! Bring along your baby indoor plants, rooted cuttings, seedlings, and houseplants to exchange for new plants. Here’s what you need to know: NEW LOCATION!! This is a microgreen urban farm! Tour, ask questions. Enjoy samples and shop this cute little market. All plants must be healthy and free of pests and diseases. Label your plants with both the plant’s names. Bring as many plants to swap as you like but think about variety for your fellow plant lovers! The first thirty minutes will be all about checking your plants in, meeting other plant lovers and chatting about, well…plants? The swap will start at 2. This event is FREE!
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Dixon Dallas Live Concert
Experience a live performance by Dixon Dallas at The Waiting Room Lounge featuring country music amidst a lively atmosphere.
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Music Bingo Night at RTG on Center
Enjoy an engaging Music Bingo night at RTG on Center, hosted by Game Night Live, featuring fun games in a local venue.
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Marty Stuart Live Concert
Country music legend Marty Stuart will perform live, showcasing his new album 'Altitude' and offering a special VIP package experience.
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