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Omaha
Sunday, April 26th, 2026
Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 26th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 14th annual Bereaved Mother's Day Luncheon was held Saturday, Apr. 25 at the Heritage Center (Mount Moriah Baptist Church) and brought together mothers, families and advocates to honor lives lost to violence while promoting peace under the No Murders in May initiative. KETV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Omaha sees new local development as discussions cover growth at UNMC and updates at Avenue One, new concessions at Eppley Airfield, and Kristi Anderson (president of NAI NP Dodge Commercial Real Estate). The Grow Omaha Uncut episode also details upcoming interstate improvements and retail plans. Grow Omaha
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Omaha residents gathered at Elmwood Park for Earth Day as over 70 groups presented eco-friendly displays and led hands-on learning activities; the expo boosted community environmental awareness. KETV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The NU Board of Regents approved next steps for a $17.4 million IDAT facility at UNMC on Omaha’s campus, with construction set to begin in November at Lot 62 near 40th & Mason Street and occupancy expected by fall to train military health teams for infectious patient transport. Grow Omaha
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska Athletics named Nicole Jones as the new head coach for the women's gymnastics team Saturday morning in Lincoln. She brings 16 seasons of coaching experience from Michigan State to strengthen a program rich in tradition following Heather Brink's departure. WOWT
- ➤ Creighton baseball clinched a series win with a 6 to 5 walk-off over Butler on Saturday at Charles Schwab Field, and the teams will compete again today at noon. KETV
- ➤ Nebraska running back Emmett Johnson was selected with the 161 overall pick in the fifth round of the NFL Draft by the Kansas City Chiefs after a season in which he rushed for 1,451 yards and caught 46 passes, marking the first 1,000-yard season for the Huskers since 2018. KETV
- ➤ Omaha Baseball lost 11-5 to St. Thomas Saturday at Tal Anderson Field in the second game of the Summit League series and will play the rubber game today at 1 p.m. (streaming live at 12:45 p.m.). University of Nebraska Omaha
- ➤ Omaha native Cole Payton was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles in the fifth round of the NFL Draft last Saturday. The Westside grad led North Dakota State to a 12-1 record while setting records in pass efficiency and offense. KETV
- ➤ The Nebraska Huskers honored Rhonda Revelle Field on Senior Day by winning 13-0 over Iowa — marking a milestone that celebrated retiring players. WOWT
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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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Dry Cleaning Concert
7-11 p.m. — Slowdown — Ticketed event — Enjoy the sounds of South London's four-piece band Dry Cleaning in Omaha.
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Patti LaBelle Concert
7-9 p.m. — Holland Center — Tickets available — Experience the legendary Patti LaBelle sing her timeless hits alongside a beautiful symphonic performance.
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