Morning
Omaha
Thursday, April 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ ICAN held its 33rd annual women's leadership conference yesterday at CHI Health Center in Omaha + drawing together nonprofit and business employees for inspiration, networking and leadership development. The event underscored strong local support for nonprofit initiatives. KETV
- ➤ Heartland Bike Share launched a free annual pass promotion for residents over 16 in Omaha and nearby cities, with rides under 60 minutes free + fees apply for longer trips. The service operates more than 80 bike stations using an all-electric fleet. Grow Omaha
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ 42 Degrees has opened its newest smoke and vape store at 17725 Welch Plaza in Hawthorne Court, located northeast of 180th & Q Street. The locally owned retailer, established in 2012, now adds its tenth location to serve local customers. Grow Omaha
- ➤ Gather in the Old Market grows greens hydroponically in a garden (located in its basement), giving diners fresh, locally sourced salad ingredients. WOWT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Omaha’s Historic Library Building originally served as the city’s first permanent public library and later became renovated offices now hosting the Omaha Housing Authority. Built in 1894 and listed on the National Register, the landmark continues to preserve the city’s rich history today. Grow Omaha
- ➤ The University of Nebraska Omaha hosted Juju Chang on April 20 for the Sieu Mei Tu lecture series (a CFAM Spotlight event) that showcased photos from the evening at the College of Communication, Fine Arts and Media. The Gateway
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska's unemployment rate for February was 3.1 percent, a slight rise from January's 3.0 percent that also marked a 0.2 percentage point increase over the past year. KFAB
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, Apr. 16, the Student Government Agency approved a resolution letting the Women and Gender Equity Center distribute Plan B on campus, with a requirement that students complete a waiver & undergo FERPA/HIPAA training. WGEC and SGA will now work with legal and student leadership on next steps. The Gateway
- ➤ UNO Television manager Mike Pacholski will retire by the end of June after 21 years at UNO; current Studio Coordinator Lyle Kwiatkowski will take over as Senior Producer and Director while Pacholski remains part time to teach upcoming classes. The Gateway
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Omaha family Agostino will be honored Saturday night at the Nebraska Breakthrough T1D Gala for supporting research on cell therapies for Type 1 diabetes + over 300 clinical trials are underway, including one promising stem cell treatment that may soon reach the FDA. 3 News Now
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Salted Edge, a waterfront restaurant serving modern American cuisine + Caribbean, Italian and French flavors, opened in Oct. 2023 on West Shores Lake in Waterloo. The dining space features polished service and sunset views that have drawn local diners. Grow Omaha
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Omaha native Sam Vocelka finished sixth Tuesday at the Hawkeye Invitational held at Blue Top Ridge in Riverside. The Mavericks finished eighth of 14 teams and will begin the Summit League Championships (Sunday, May 3) at Longbow Golf Club in Mesa, Arizona. University of Nebraska Omaha
- ➤ Visit Omaha’s sports sales team is in Las Vegas for the Sports ETA Symposium from April 20 to 23; they hold 38 appointments with national groups to boost future sports events in Omaha and will highlight CHI Health Center Omaha, Levi Carter Lake, UBT (and Tranquility Park) as key venues. Grow Omaha
- ➤ Nebraska softball is preparing to host its remaining NCAA Tournament games this weekend as it chases a historic super regional; the Huskers (holding a 37-6 record) will face rival Iowa in a Friday-Sunday, three-game series with senior night scheduled for Saturday at 1 p.m. CT. Nebraska Public Media
- ➤ Creighton's Ben North was named a semifinalist among 50 NCAA shortstops for the Brooks Wallace Award on Wednesday, April 22 — the Minnesota native led his team with a .358 average, 49 hits and 16 stolen bases, making him the only BIG EAST honoree. Grow Omaha
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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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Therapy Dogs
8 AM – 5 PM — Dr. John & Jean Marshall Wellness Center — Free entry — Enjoy a pawsitive break with pet therapy provided by Pups with a Purpose.
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Mental Health Summit 2026
8 AM - 12 PM — Thompson Alumni Center — Free entry — Engage with experts and community members on mental health awareness and support.
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Tommy Castro Live Performance
8-9:30 p.m. — Reverb Lounge — Ticket pricing available — Experience the soulful blues and rock energy of multiple award-winning guitarist Tommy Castro.
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