Morning
Omaha
Tuesday, April 14th, 2026
Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 14th of April.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A local soybean farmer near Wahoo is facing high input costs (fuel, equipment, and fertilizer) and low crop prices as global trade issues and supply delays tighten margins. Farmers hope new trade agreements and easing shipping delays will relieve some pressure during this challenging planting season. WOWT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Creighton nursing students can obtain emergency funds through a Bedford Falls Foundation grant to cover scrubs, drug tests, and food costs when financial hardship or family emergencies arise—assistance is available through the assistant dean’s office with no essay or interview required. WOWT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska will enforce new Medicaid work requirements on May 1, mandating able-bodied adults to work or volunteer 80 hours each month as announced by Gov. Pillen; local hospitals warn the policy may disrupt care and lead to a surge in patient disenrollment. WOWT
- ➤ Officials at Offutt Air Force Base in Bellevue will hold large-scale training exercises this week, preparing for improved operational readiness. WOWT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska’s Health and Human Services now uses a new disability assessment tool that cuts funding for nearly 600 individuals while allowing access for over 700. Families have appealed the changes with no reversals, and lawmakers passed a bill to require extra training and supervisory review for assessors. Flatwater Free Press
- ➤ Douglas County Health Department and I Be Black Girl are teaming up for the 10th Annual Black Maternal Health Week from April 13 to 17, raising awareness of maternal health disparities in Omaha with a Diaper and Wipe Drive held at Anarcha Center and the County Department. KETV
- ➤ The Parkinson's Foundation hosted a free event Monday in Elkhorn to help local patients learn the differences between studies that treat symptoms and those aiming to slow disease progression. Maddison Watkins said the event offered education (resources and community support) during Parkinson's Awareness Month. KETV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska native Baylor Scheierman scored a career-high 30 points on Sunday for the Celtics in a 113-108 win over the Orlando Magic, and Omaha Central grad John Tonje added 13 points to help secure the victory. WOWT
- ➤ Pryce Sandfort, who set a record with 129 3-pointers in a season, announced on Monday that he will return for his senior year with Nebraska men's basketball. His coach said Sandfort plans to work on his game and build his legacy at Nebraska. KETV
- ➤ Charles Schwab Field in Omaha is nominated for USA Today’s Reader’s Choice award as the best college baseball stadium. Voting started April 13 and ends May 11+ winners will be declared May 20. WOWT
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Therapy Dogs
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM — Game Room of Student Center — Free — Enjoy some stress relief with therapy dogs from Pups with a Purpose.
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Selwyn Birchwood Album Release Show
6-9 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — $20 or $10 for BSO Members — Experience the electrifying performance of award-winning bluesman Selwyn Birchwood as he releases his new album.
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Swing & Sparkle at the Castle
8:00-11:45 p.m. — Joslyn Castle & Gardens — $10 at the door — Experience a night of vintage glamour and swing dancing in a charming historic venue.
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Max McNown Live Concert
7-10 p.m. — Steelhouse Omaha — Tickets from $101 — Max McNown brings an unforgettable live performance to Omaha's vibrant music scene.
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Aksarben IFT Suppliers Day 2026
3-6 p.m. — Scott Conference Center — Networking opportunity — Connect with industry peers to discuss trends and the future of food in a vibrant community.
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PWP Wrestling Spring Showdown
8-11 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — $10-$20 — Experience live independent wrestling action with PWP at Omaha's local gem.
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Ales for Tails
6-8 p.m. — Big Grove Brewery & Taproom — Tickets available — Enjoy craft beer and food while supporting the Nebraska Humane Society and connecting with fellow animal lovers.
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Matt Mason Live in Omaha
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Reverb Lounge — Cost varies — Experience an evening of song picking and storytelling with singer-songwriter Matt Mason.
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Boomer Radio Sock Hop
5-10 p.m. — Zenia Omaha — $10 plus new socks for the homeless — A lively sock hop with a charitable twist to support the local community.
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James McMurtry Live Performance
7-8 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — Tickets available — Experience the storytelling brilliance of James McMurtry as he showcases his latest album.
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