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Monday, April 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 21st of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A nonprofit in Omaha helps families move off public benefits by teaching them to avoid the cliff effect—where a small income change can reduce support. One man in the program earned a promotion, his wife found a job, and he saved enough for a home down payment after six months in the program. WOWT
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Early Saturday morning, Omaha Police say a 17-year-old was pulled from a burning car near 72nd and Izard after his vehicle struck a tree at high speed—he was taken to CHI Bergan Mercy Hospital where he was pronounced dead. WOWT
- ➤ Two people were hospitalized after a high-speed crash in South Omaha—authorities said the incident is under investigation. WOWT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Bawarchi Indian Cuisine at 17903 Pierce Plaza changed its name to Biryaniwala while keeping the same ownership and adding new menu items, a renovated dining room and a patio add-on. The restaurant is in Spring Ridge Shopping Center near 180th and Pacific Street (the update was announced April 20th) (renovations are complete). Grow Omaha
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man aged 23 from Omaha was sentenced to two and a half years in prison on Wednesday after he was found guilty of not stopping to help following a run that hit a woman and killed her and had his license revoked. Omaha World-Herald
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The queer prom took place on Friday evening at the Milo Bail Student Center with a Garden of Eden theme that featured food, drinks and music. Board members said the event gave queer and trans students a safe space to dance and feel accepted—offering a second chance for those who missed their traditional prom. The Gateway
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska’s unemployment rate dropped to 2.9% in March as the state labor force reached a record high of over 1,080,000, the Nebraska Department of Labor announced Friday — although the rate is up from 2.6% last March and the nation’s rate climbed to 4.2%. Nebraska Examiner
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ New Horizon Academy broke ground last week on a new building for childhood learning and daycare at Fountain Ridge Office Park southeast of 192nd and West Dodge Expressway in Omaha. The building will be built just south of R and R Realty's Waterford office building and adds to the academy's network of more than 100 schools. Grow Omaha
SPORTS NEWS
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Omaha Mavericks Softball vs. Creighton
6-10 p.m. — Connie Claussen Field — Check website for entry details — A thrilling college softball rivalry in Omaha awaits with the Mavericks taking on Creighton.
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Enjoy Concert in Omaha
7 PM – 12 AM — The Waiting Room Lounge — $35 — Catch live performances by Puzzle and Enjoy at this local favorite venue.
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Alice in Wonderland
7:30 P.M. — Weber Fine Arts Building — Ticket info available — Experience Alice's whimsical adventures in a fantastical world.
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Ken-David Masur Conducts
7:30-9 p.m. — Kiewit Hall At Holland Performing Arts Center — Affordable tickets available — Experience the dynamic performance of Ken-David Masur in Omaha's premier concert venue.
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Pardyalone Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — Tickets from $25 — Catch Pardyalone live and enjoy a night of energetic music in Omaha.
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2nd Annual Brunch For Our Mothers
12-2 p.m. — The Essential Gathering Place — General Admission $12.51 — Relax and rejuvenate at a special brunch dedicated to self-care.
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The Rock Orchestra By Candlelight
3-6 p.m. — Orpheum Theater — Ticketed event — Experience a unique blend of classical rock hits played by an orchestra in a candlelit setting.
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The Hip Abduction Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Slowdown — $35 — Experience the vibrant sounds of The Hip Abduction live in Omaha.
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Nada Surf Concert
7 PM — The Waiting Room Lounge — $17 — Catch Nada Surf live in Omaha with last-minute ticket options available.
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LSDREAM Concert
6:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Steelhouse Omaha — Ticket info not provided — Experience enchanting electronic rhythms with the talented producer LSDREAM.
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No More Empty Pots Block Party
No More Empty Pots is throwing our first-ever block party, and we want you to be part of the fun! The celebration will begin directly after the Florence Day Parade at the Food Hub and Cups Café storefront, located at 8501 North 30th Street, Omaha, NE 68112.
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