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Omaha
Monday, March 24th, 2025
Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 24th of March.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Omaha police responded to a crash near 31st and Q streets Saturday night when a white Nissan drove into a construction zone pit and hit a black car already in the pit—one driver died while the white Nissan driver later returned and was arrested for DUI. WOWT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Summer Kitchen Café is expanding its Sterling Ridge location after filing a permit to double its space at 1110 Sterling Ridge Drive. The expansion will take over part of the previous Arc Bridal Boutique site and increase the restaurant area to 4,000 sq. ft.—the business also operates a second location in La Vista’s Southport area. Grow Omaha
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 19-year-old man from Omaha was sentenced to 87 years in prison for first-degree murder—he fatally shot a man last week. Omaha World-Herald
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A new play titled 'By a Thread' opens later this month at the Jewish Community Center in Omaha to share the experiences of formerly incarcerated women and spark a discussion on prison reform—written by local playwright Kim Louise. The free performances will run March 29—30 to engage the community. Nebraska Public Media
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Energy companies in Nebraska are still working to restore power after Wednesday’s damaging blizzard and about 7,000 customers in Dodge, Saunders and nearby counties remain without electricity. A social media update said the final rounds of restoration are complex — they may only restore a few customers soon. WOWT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Omaha Police have launched CONNECT Omaha, a new public safety program that uses camera feeds from city and registered private sources—helping officers get a real-time view during events like the College World Series and theater shows. The program is managed at the headquarters' real time operations center by Lt. Allen Straub and aims to support quick responses while protecting privacy. WOWT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Creighton's Jasen Green said he will lead the seniors and keep the Bluejays culture strong as the team looks ahead to the next season. He stressed unity and hard work as key parts of his plan to guide the team toward future success. WOWT
- ➤ Greg McDermott addressed Creighton's NCAA tournament loss to Auburn — explaining that the team will use the transfer portal to guide upcoming roster changes. He said the coach plans to add talent to strengthen the team’s chances for future success. WOWT
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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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Hillside Solutions Eco-Awards
6-9 p.m. — The Venue At Highlander Accelerator — Cash bar available — Celebrate outstanding contributions to Omaha's sustainability movement with community awards and local cuisine.
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The Scott Keeton Band Live
5:30 p.m. — The B. Bar — Ticketed event — Experience the exceptional musicianship of Scott Keeton, renowned for his guitar skills and impressive performance history.
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