Morning
Omaha
Sunday, April 27th, 2025
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Morning Omaha.
Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 27th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday evening, a body was found floating in the Missouri River near N.P. Dodge Park — authorities have not confirmed if it is one of the three Omaha students who went missing on April 15 while fishing. Omaha World-Herald
- ➤ Fire crews battled a tire fire that quickly spread to a car dealership on 20th and Nicholas Streets in North Omaha at 5:30 a.m. Saturday (officials said an investigation is underway) after a 911 caller warned that quick action may have prevented injuries (no injuries were reported). WOWT
- ➤ A building fire broke out near N 20th St. and Nicholas St. early Saturday morning—backup was requested a little before 6 a.m. as firefighters arrived quickly, and the cause remains under investigation. KETV
- ➤ A man was sent to Bergan Mercy in critical condition after a crash on 179th and Q street in Northwest Omaha Friday night around 10 p.m.—the Nebraska State Patrol is investigating the incident. KETV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Warhorse Casino Omaha opened its expanded facility this week with 400 new slot machines, a smoker’s room, and two restaurants including Nebraska Ale House which serves Omaha Steaks angus ribeye and prime rib. The casino raised its workforce from 350 to 480 by hiring 130 additional workers — a move that is expected to boost operations. Grow Omaha
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A UNL study found that groundwater levels across Nebraska declined an average of 0.52 feet between spring 2023 and spring 2024 — with eastern wells dropping over 10 feet in some cases due to persistent drought and increased irrigation pumping. The report noted that while there is still plenty of water available, long-term drought could affect supply for farmers and ranchers. 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
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Morning Omaha.
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska defensive lineman Ty Robinson was drafted in the fourth round with the 111th pick by the Philadelphia Eagles on Saturday morning in the 2025 NFL Draft—he played five seasons for the Cornhuskers and recorded 97 tackles, 14 tackles for loss and five sacks. He joins teammate Cam Jurgens as he starts his professional career. WOWT
-
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.
-
The Hip Abduction Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Slowdown — $35 — Experience the vibrant sounds of The Hip Abduction live in Omaha.
-
Nada Surf Concert
7 PM — The Waiting Room Lounge — $17 — Catch Nada Surf live in Omaha with last-minute ticket options available.
-
LSDREAM Concert
6:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Steelhouse Omaha — Ticket info not provided — Experience enchanting electronic rhythms with the talented producer LSDREAM.
-
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.
-
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.
-
Omaha Symphony Concert: The Little Mermaid
2-3:30 p.m. — Holland Center — Ticketed event — Experience the magic of Disney’s The Little Mermaid with live orchestral music accompanying the film.
-
Ne Obliviscaris Concert
5:30-10:30 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — Ticket prices vary — Experience the fierce progressive metal of Australia’s NE OBLIVISCARIS in a thrilling live performance.
-
May Board Meeting
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Paul Davis Restoration of Omaha Nebraska — Free entry — Gather with local business owners to network and discuss community development.
-
George Clanton Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Waiting Room Lounge — $37 General Admission — Experience the unique sounds of George Clanton live in Omaha.
-
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.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
Upgrade Your Ride: Must-Have Car Tech for Safer, Smarter Road Trips
Before you hit the road, make sure your car is equipped with the latest tech to keep your drive smoother, safer, and more connected. Amazon has all the essentials you need for your next road trip or daily commute.
Top picks include a suction cup phone mount that keeps navigation in clear view, a wireless CarPlay adapter for seamless Bluetooth connectivity, and a front-and-rear dash cam that captures every moment — especially in the event of an accident.
These smart, affordable upgrades not only improve convenience but also add an extra layer of safety and peace of mind while you're behind the wheel. Whether you're driving across the country or just around town, now’s the perfect time to enhance your car with these must-have tech tools.
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Morning Omaha.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Failure is simply the opportunity to begin again, this time more intelligently.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Morning Omaha
Welcome to the Morning Omaha, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Omaha, Nebraska community. If you like the Morning Omaha, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Omaha.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Omaha and across Nebraska. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Morning Omaha
A free Omaha community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://morningomaha.com/sitemap