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Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ After over a decade of work, the Highlander redevelopment in north Omaha is now complete with 310 units and $30 million in federal funding—officials say it is a strong model of public and private partnerships for a thriving neighborhood. KETV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Millard West High School sophomore, Elise Cole, died from injuries after a crash near 176th and Q streets Monday night, Omaha police said, and the district crisis team supported students and families Tuesday. KETV
- ➤ Millard West students gathered Monday night to mourn a 16-year-old girl killed in a crash near the school campus — the tragic loss has deeply affected the West Omaha community. WOWT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Omaha’s War Horse Casino opened its expansion on Tuesday — adding more games, a smoking section, and a new Nebraska Ale House — and said plans for further growth will boost tax revenue and provide property tax relief. KETV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 31-year-old woman was injured—she was cut—when a man tried to steal her car keys in North Omaha on Monday night. Omaha World-Herald
- ➤ Omaha police responded after 9 p.m. Monday near 16th St.—Arthur C. Storz Expy in North Omaha when a 31-year-old woman was cut by an unknown man trying to steal her keys and taken to the hospital in critical condition as the investigation continues. WOWT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The diverging diamond interchange at 192nd and West Dodge started operating today, and drivers reported confusion with shifting lanes and many construction signs while NDOT said traffic on Dodge remains unaffected. Lane restrictions on 192nd will continue through the summer — officials urge drivers to exercise caution as work progresses. WOWT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UNMC and Nebraska Medicine have begun work on a new $2.19 billion health care, training and research facility on a 7.5-acre site once occupied by an elementary school—NU Regents recently approved the project’s next phase. The center will offer modern space for patient care and help train more than 200 health care professionals each year as part of the larger Project NExT. Omaha World-Herald
SHOP NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR Shop on Amazon for the car tech upgrades you need ahead of your next road trip and for better, safer driving. We love this suction cup phone mount to keep navigation instructions in your eyeline. The Buy
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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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Save Ferris Concert
7 PM - 12 AM — The Waiting Room Lounge — $31 — Catch Save Ferris live at The Waiting Room with last-minute concert tickets available.
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Between The Buried and Me Concert
6:30-11:00 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — $28.50 ADV / $35 DOS — Experience an evening with the band known for stretching the boundaries of heavy music as they showcase their artistic evolution.
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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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