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Thursday, May 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 1st of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Berkshire Hathaway shareholders will converge in Omaha this weekend for an annual meeting at CHI Health Center arena, along with exclusive shopping at Borsheim’s, a picnic at NFM, and a downtown 5K run; visitors may also notice increased activity in the Blackstone area and along Happy Hollow Boulevard—areas linked with Warren Buffett’s legacy. The meeting will feature a Q&A session on Saturday morning followed by the main event later that day. WOWT
- ➤ Cannabis Factory will open soon at 3434 South 84th Street in a building that once housed the Omaha Fire Department’s hazmat unit and later Midwest Medical Transport Co.—the facility is being renovated into a retail store and the company’s new headquarters from 1215 South 13th Street. The company operates 21 locations and claims to be Nebraska’s top cannabis dispensary. Grow Omaha
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Omaha Fire confirmed three bodies recovered from the Missouri River at N.P. Dodge Park — the bodies belong to missing teens Laiana Green and Lah K Tray Moo and 12-year-old Eh Cress Moo who vanished while fishing on April 15. KFAB
- ➤ The Omaha Police Department said two people were shot while doing yard work in a vacant North Omaha lot (near 27th St. and Patrick Ave) shortly after 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday (authorities are investigating the incident). WOWT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Omaha voters will choose their next mayor when incumbent Jean Stothert seeks a fourth term against challenger John Ewing Jr. Early voting runs from April 28 until Election Day, May 13—and City Council members will also be elected as key issues like housing, transit and road repair remain under discussion. Omaha World-Herald
- ➤ Omaha voters face a choice in City Council District 1 between incumbent Pete Festersen + challenger Mark Brannen. Early voting began April 28 and continues until Election Day on May 13 as both candidates share their plans on affordable housing, public safety and city spending. Omaha World-Herald
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Gamescape by Cinemark, an indoor entertainment center featuring movie theaters, bowling, arcade games and laser tag, is set to be the first tenant at The Crossroads at 72nd and Dodge Street as announced by Woodbury Corporation and WRK Real Estate— a mixed-use project that will include residential, retail and office space; a groundbreaking ceremony is scheduled in June with construction to follow soon. Grow Omaha
SPORTS NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Megan Moroney Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Astro — $198+ — Experience a memorable night with Megan Moroney at a popular local venue.
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Through Fire Farewell Show
6-11 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — Cost info not specified — Celebrate a decade of memories with one last performance in their hometown.
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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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