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Omaha
Friday, March 21st, 2025
Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ 30hop, a new bar and grill in West Omaha’s Heartwood Preserve development, opened two months ago and fills nearly 100 seats on busy weeknights. The restaurant serves 32 beers including 27 local brews— and offers a varied menu with noodle bowls, tacos and creative burgers that attract a growing crowd. Flatwater Free Press
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Since the March 20th blizzard, over 49,000 Omaha Public Power District customers and thousands in Douglas and Sarpy counties have remained without electricity as workers continue power restoration. Crews in Fremont expect work to take several days—nearly 50 utility poles fell and streets are unsafe to plow. KIOS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Nebraska legislative committee voted 5-3 to advance LB 89—'Stand With Women Act'—which would define male and female in law based on sex at birth for sports, bathrooms and state agencies. Legislators will debate the bill next as they work to secure 33 votes needed for it to advance further. Nebraska Examiner
- ➤ Crews have been clearing fallen spruce trees that brought down power during Wednesday's heavy storm — OPPD said they expect all power to be restored by Monday at the latest. Local workers continue cleaning driveways and residential areas as cleanup efforts persist. WOWT
- ➤ Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers announced at a Thursday press conference that his office sent cease-and-desist letters to 104 Omaha stores selling Delta-8 and synthetic cannabis products, giving them 30 days to remove the items or face a lawsuit. Hilgers said his office will escalate enforcement until all such products are off the shelves—ensuring compliance with state and federal law. Nebraska Public Media
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Douglas County Health Department confirmed that H5N1 avian influenza was found in several dead geese at ConAgra Lake on downtown Omaha’s riverfront—officials are coordinating with wildlife and federal agencies to monitor any risks to pets and locals. Experts say the risk to people remains low. KFAB
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Junior goaltender Simon Latkoczy was named the NCHC Goaltender of the Year at the conference’s Award Celebration held Thursday night in St. Paul, Minn and became the first Maverick netminder to earn the honor—he was also named to the First-Team All-NCHC on March 12. University of Nebraska Omaha
- ➤ Creighton men's basketball beat Louisville 89-75 on Thursday at Rupp Arena in Lexington. Jamiya Neal scored a career-high 29 points and Steven Ashworth added 22 points—helping the team post a record 49 first-half points—while they prepare to face the winner of the Auburn-Alabama State game in the second round. KETV
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Live Music Performance by Mark Irvin
Mark Irvin, a respected singer/songwriter and recording artist from Omaha, will perform live at Vino Mas, showcasing his extensive musical career and original works.
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Daily Programs at Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail Visitor Center
Visitors can participate in a variety of ranger-led and self-guided programs at the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail Headquarters in Omaha.
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Concert by Al Stewart and Livingston Taylor
Al Stewart and Livingston Taylor will perform live in concert, accompanied by The Empty Pockets.
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2025 North Central Region Conference
8 AM – 5 PM | Omaha Marriott Downtown at the Capitol District | Registration open | Explore The Art of Construction and network with industry leaders.
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Giovannie & The Hired Guns Concert
The Texas-based band Giovannie and The Hired Guns will perform a dynamic mix of alt-metal and country music, drawing from their recent album 'Land of the Lost'.
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Ned LeDoux Live Performance
Ned LeDoux will be performing live at Barnato in Omaha, offering an engaging musical experience.
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Waylon Wyatt Live Performance
7-9:30 p.m. — Reverb Lounge — Ticket info not provided — Experience the sounds of 17-year-old Folk/Country artist Waylon Wyatt inspired by red-dirt contemporaries.
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Omaha Mavericks Softball vs. North Dakota
The Omaha Mavericks softball team competes against North Dakota at Connie Claussen Field in Omaha, NE.
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Bob Dylan Live at Orpheum Theater
Bob Dylan, an iconic figure in music history known for his influential contributions to folk and rock, will perform as part of 'The Rough And Rowdy Tour' at the Orpheum Theater.
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Bob Dylan Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Orpheum Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary Bob Dylan live, a true icon of American music.
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