Morning
Omaha
Friday, March 20th, 2026
Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ UNO’s Maverick Meadow will host the Nebraska Indie Game Expo on May 1 at Peter Kiewit Institute (PKI) room 158 at 5 p.m. The expo invites community members 19+ to view Nebraska-made games with award entries due April 3 and April 24. University of Nebraska Omaha
- ➤ The Tenaska Center for Arts Engagement opened its doors Thursday downtown as a new four-story, $108 million arts education facility attached to the Holland Center — part of the Dick and Mary Holland Campus — and will host an open house Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. with self-guided tours. WOWT
- ➤ Omaha Community Playhouse announced its 2026–2027 season of nine shows across two theaters built on themes of homecoming, family and community, with Come From Away opening on Sept. 11. The season features Omaha premieres with Dear Evan Hansen and Mean Girls and continues Disaster! (running until Apr. 4). WOWT
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Eppley Airfield is expanding its terminal with a $950 million upgrade that adds new gates, a central pavilion, more restrooms and a passenger lounge. The new layout, designed to reduce anxiety and improve navigation, will be partly in use early 2027 with final international gates expected in 2028. Grow Omaha
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Huskers warmed up at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City before their NCAA Tournament game (13-seed Troy) as part of their focused pre-game routine. WOWT
- ➤ On Saturday, the Supernovas set a new U.S. professional volleyball record with a sellout crowd (16,838 fans) when they defeated Indy Ignite, and they will host Grand Rapids Rise today at 7 p.m. on CBS Sports Network. All star picks Brooke Nuneviller and Emily Londot were announced, boosting team momentum. Grow Omaha
- ➤ KETV Sports interviewed Nebraska basketball play-by-play legend Kent Pavelka (51 years on air) at the Paycom Center. He reflected on his storied calls as he looked ahead to a potential historic NCAA tournament win. KETV
- ➤ Nebraska Men's Basketball secured its first NCAA win Thursday with a 76-47 victory over Troy in Oklahoma City, ending an eight-game winless streak. The Huskers will face Vanderbilt Saturday in the round of 32. KFAB
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University of Nebraska-Omaha Mavericks Softball Event
2-6 p.m. — Connie Claussen Field — Free entry — Catch the exciting Maverick softball team in action at home.
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University of Nebraska-Omaha Mavericks Softball Game
12-3 p.m. — Connie Claussen Field — Free entry — Catch the excitement as the Mavericks take on their rivals in a thrilling softball matchup.
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Hot Flash Heat Wave Concert
7-10 p.m. — Slowdown — Ticket prices vary — Experience the energetic sound of The Credentials in an intimate setting.
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University of Nebraska-Omaha Mavericks Softball Game
6-9 p.m. — Connie Claussen Field — Cost info not available — Come cheer on the Mavericks as they hit the diamond for an exciting softball matchup.
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Clarence Tilton Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Slowdown — Ticket prices vary — Experience the musical storytelling of Clarence Tilton and Flyway Cafe featuring Presley Tucker.
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Greater Omaha Orchid Society's Annual Orchid Show and Sale
10 AM – 4 PM — Lauritzen Gardens — Entry fee applies — Explore stunning orchid displays and discover unique varieties at this beloved community event.
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GenX Takeover Comedy Tour
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Holland Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate Generation X with hilarious standup from vibrant voices in comedy.
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bbno$ Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Steelhouse Omaha — Tickets from $74 — bbno$ brings an unforgettable live performance to Omaha.
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Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
6:30-7:45 p.m. — Alan J Levine Theater Performing Arts Center JCC Omaha — Tickets required — Experience the enchanting music of Fleetwood Mac performed by a string quartet under the glow of candlelight.
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Saxmo Davis Live
7-10 p.m. — Reverb Lounge — $5 ADV/$10 DOS — Saxmo Davis returns to Omaha with new music, new merch, and a vibrant vibe!
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