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Wednesday, March 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of March.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Police say that on Saturday a series of crashes into a construction pit near 31st and Q Street in South Omaha left 44-year-old Francisco Hernandez Martinez dead when his Ford Fusion struck the pit at 8:22 p.m.—a second crash at 10:28 p.m. involving a Nissan driver who initially fled led to his arrest on a DUI charge. WOWT
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CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two people were injured—one with life-threatening wounds—in a shooting near 52nd and Pinkney in North Omaha Tuesday morning, and police are searching for the gunman. WOWT
- ➤ An Omaha man charged in the shooting death of 19-year-old Dontayzhia Swift changed his plea to no contest to a lesser offense+all other charges were dropped+ and he will be sentenced on May 14. KETV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The I-480 westbound exit ramp to Dodge St closed at 7 a.m. Tuesday, March 25 as part of the Missouri River Bridge construction project—drivers must use the marked detour via southbound 14th Street. The detour will be in effect for six weeks—and the bridge project is scheduled for completion by fall. KETV
- ➤ Omaha City Council President Pete Festersen said the North Saddle Creek corridor will get new sidewalks, bike lanes, lights and parking in a $5 million project with half the funds coming from private money—local business owners expect the updates to boost business and improve safety. Construction will begin next month and finish in the fall. WOWT
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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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Omaha Oddities and Art Expo 2025
10 a.m. – 7 p.m. — The Admiral Theater — $15 Admission — Explore unique art and performances while supporting families facing childhood cancer.
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Daily Programs by Request at Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail
10:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. — Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail Headquarters and Visitor Center — Free entry — Engage with history through ranger-led tours and self-guided programs at this iconic location.
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