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Omaha
Saturday, April 18th, 2026
Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Omaha Community Foundation released the 2025 Annual DAF Report which shows how donor advised funds drove consistent data informed giving locally and nationwide. The findings may shape future community philanthropy. Omaha World-Herald
- ➤ Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo said goodbye to Mashile — a nearly 40-year-old white rhino admired for 27 years — after age-related health issues led to her humane euthanasia last week. KETV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Visit Omaha’s national sales manager attended Connect Spring Marketplace held April 14 to 16 in Louisville, Kentucky and conducted 35 individual meetings among 2,500 attendees including 800 hosted buyers. The outreach aims to drive future business competition and bolster local visitor spending that supports over 16,000 jobs. Grow Omaha
- ➤ Eaton is set to expand its Bellevue facility with a new 370,000 sqft plant as a $30 million investment that will add more than 200 jobs and boost Greater Omaha's advanced manufacturing sector. Grow Omaha
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Rose Theater hosted the world premiere of The Great Race, a new play developed through its Sharing Our Stories program that highlights underrepresented voices in Omaha. The play weaves a tale of friendship inspired by the Chinese zodiac. WOWT
- ➤ Eugene Kingman’s mural is now on display at the new Omaha Central Library, offering a vivid piece for community visitors to enjoy. Omaha World-Herald
- ➤ The NE SciFest Expo is taking place at the Durham Museum, where visitors can explore LEGO recreations of local landmarks and build their own models at the Get Building Bricks exhibit. This event offers an interactive experience for the community. WOWT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Nebraska at Omaha’s Registrar Office completed its full rollout of the Stellic digital degree management tool on Jan. 27 after a phased pilot beginning with fall 2025 freshmen. The new system replaces outdated DegreeWorks and streamlines academic planning for students and advisors. The Gateway
- ➤ On Tuesday morning at the Barbara Weitz Community Engagement Center, students at the University of Nebraska Omaha learned how to contact local officials as part of the Engaged and Empowered series by Civic Nebraska & the Nebraska Table, which also awards digital tokens for civic participation. The Gateway
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Henry Doorly Zoo announced that 17-year-old snow leopard Pasha (diagnosed with a malignant tumor and severe respiratory issues) was humanely euthanized; the zoo now mourns the loss of this vulnerable species. WOWT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The University of Nebraska at Omaha Curling Club made its national debut at Nationals in Schenectady, reaching the quarterfinals by winning two of three games during spring break. Founded three years ago and practicing on multi-use ice at Baxter Arena, the team now offers try-curling events to boost local interest. University of Nebraska Omaha
- ➤ The 45th Annual Corporate Cup will take place in Aksarben Village soon and features a 10K, 5K, 5K walk, 1-mile route and a kids 100-yard dash. WOWT
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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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Best of Both Worlds Rave
9 p.m. – 12 a.m. — The Admiral Theater — Ages 18+ — Celebrate 20 years of Hannah Montana and Miley Cyrus with a night of nostalgia and sing-alongs.
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Absence+Alchemy Record Release Show
8-11 p.m. — Reverb Lounge — $10 ADV / $15 DOS — Enjoy an evening of Deathrock, Post-Punk, and Hardcore sounds featuring local Omaha bands.
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Rickshaw Billie's Burger Patrol Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Reverb Lounge — tickets available — Experience the energetic riffs and groove of Rickshaw Billie’s Burger Patrol as they showcase new music from their latest album.
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Ollie Joseph & Matt Corman Live
7-11 p.m. — Reverb Lounge — Tickets starting at $58 — Experience a night of unforgettable live music with Ollie Joseph & Matt Corman.
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