Morning
Omaha
Thursday, April 30th, 2026
Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A ceremony took place on Wednesday morning at the east parking lot of Creighton Prep in Omaha to rename a portion of Western Avenue between 72nd and 74th streets as Tessie O. Edwards Avenue (honoring her contributions to the school and local scholarship fund). WOWT
- ➤ Lake Cunningham Park in Omaha will begin a nearly $20 million renovation to add a year-round facility with restrooms, classroom space, concessions, a covered gathering area, a playground, and three fishing piers. Construction is set to start soon and finish by 2028. WOWT
- ➤ Omaha’s Old Market is getting a $37K makeover funded by private donations — new native aspen trees and over 400 plantings of grasses and flowers are soon enhancing Seven Circles on 11th and Howard as organizers plan to connect Riverfront Park with upcoming Polina Gardens. KETV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Omaha is busy preparing for the annual Berkshire Hathaway weekend starting Friday at CHI Health Center as city crews and staff coordinate efforts and implement a clear bag policy for security. Some shareholders plan to line up as early as 2 a.m. to join the 40,000-person private event. KETV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ First Alert 6's Maria Cade interviewed Juliette M. Ojeda and Grant Reynolds to discuss the National Tour of MAMMA MIA! which will bring ABBA hits to Omaha today. WOWT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The OPS Board recognized two students in Nebraska Educators Rising at its meeting where community town halls were scheduled for early childhood funding discussions and updated curriculum and data protection guidelines were approved. Board members also reviewed legislative proposals and honored a retiring board member for decades of service. Flatwater Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On April 22, the Nebraska Commission on African American Affairs heard presentations from the Malone Center about its $23.1M capital campaign with a May 6 ribbon cutting and from Freedomtainment Inc on a Juneteenth celebration downtown and at Miller Park, and the commission approved a $5,000 sponsorship. Flatwater Free Press
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Doctors warn Nebraskans that warmer weather and extra moisture are creating ideal tick conditions, with a rise in ER visits for bites; they advise residents to cover up and check for ticks carefully after outdoor activities (especially in wooded or tall grass areas). WOWT
- ➤ Methodist Health System has partnered with Nebraska Diaper Bank to host the 'Be the Change' Diaper Drive on May 7 from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at four Methodist locations — an event designed to help families facing diaper insecurity. KETV
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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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Tyler Richton and The High Bank Boys Live
8-9:30 p.m. — Reverb Lounge — $15 ADV / $20 DOS — Experience a high-energy country performance infused with traditional sound.
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