Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of April.
Good morning, Omaha.
🚧 Accidents
Recovery crews recovered two bodies Tuesday from the Missouri River near Omaha's N.P.
Dodge Park (where three young people were swept away while fishing on April 15) and investigators have begun identifying the bodies (after another was found this past weekend).
🏛️ Government
A new diamond diverge interchange on 192nd and Dodge in West Omaha began last week and has caused confusion—driver Lavetti Vegas said it feels like a maze.
NDOT said the design will improve traffic flow and safety as the project, which started in March 2024, will finish in summer 2025—Jim Laughlin explained it cuts conflict points and improves sight lines.
Nebraska lawmakers advanced a proposal Tuesday to reduce the inheritance tax (27 to 10 vote) that will lower rates to 1% for children and 3% for other relatives while replacing lost county revenue with increased fees.
The state, the only one that sends all of this tax money exclusively to counties (mainly for bridges and roads), is taking steps to balance its growing budget gap and keep residents from leaving.
📰 Real Estate
Woodbury Corporation announced Tuesday that Gamescape by Cinemark will be the first tenant at its $850 million Crossroads development near 72nd and Dodge in Omaha.
Officials said a groundbreaking event is anticipated in June+ which will mark the start of major construction phases.
🎉 Omaha Events
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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.
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.
Black Country, New Road Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Slowdown — $38 — Experience an unforgettable evening with the energetic sounds of Black Country, New Road.
Tyler Anthony Live Performance
7:30-9 p.m. — Reverb Lounge — Ticket prices vary — Experience the heartfelt storytelling and raw energy of Nebraska's own singer-songwriter Tyler Anthony.
Megan Moroney Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Astro — $198+ — Experience a memorable night with Megan Moroney at a popular local venue.
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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