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Omaha
Saturday, May 9th, 2026
Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Global Roots, a program that helps 150 refugees farm 9 acres in Omaha, is at risk due to a federal funding cut that leaves Lutheran Family Services seeking private donations — with a waitlist of 70 people, the program’s future remains uncertain. Nebraska News Service
- ➤ Joe and Loretta Caniglia, pillars in Little Italy, will celebrate 75 years of marriage with a private family event later this month and plan to join the Santa Lucia Festival. They credit talking together as teens for their long-lasting love. WOWT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Ahmad launched Zaytuna Mediterranean Cuisine in Omaha right after high school and shared his personal journey, highlighting local entrepreneurship and flavor. His story provides insight into the passion behind a growing local business. WOWT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska's bicentennial I-80 sculpture project still sparks discussion at rest stops near Brady, Kearney, Grand Island, York, Seward, the Platte River, and Ogallala. The Nebraska Arts Council (which organized the project) will host events this summer to mark the 50-year milestone. 3 News Now
- ➤ The Renaissance Festival of Nebraska kicks off its second weekend with full-contact jousting, live shows, costumed characters, and artisan vendors. Locals can explore the festival grounds this weekend for a taste of medieval fun + unique crafts. WOWT
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Brad Dunbar at his Eustis ranch embraced virtual cattle fencing after wildfire damage in March — a change that supports regenerative grazing as local researchers test the new tech under a $3.7 million conservation grant. Nebraska News Service
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Faculty leaders at UNO urged administration to delay closing Child Care Center slated to shut on May 22, arguing the decision lacked sufficient consultation with staff and parents. A Faculty Senate resolution calls for negotiations to explore alternatives that maintain this essential service. The Gateway
- ➤ UNO celebrated 2,059 graduates (including 638 first-generation students) on May 7 and May 8 at Baxter Arena, where master’s and doctoral candidates also received recognition. Chancellor Joanne Li praised the graduates for their achievements as they prepare to shape the community’s future. University of Nebraska Omaha
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Highway 36 between Highway 133 + Bennington Road will close Monday for resurfacing and bridge repairs. The 90-day work will require drivers to use alternate routes like Rainwood Road or State Street. WOWT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The CDC is deploying teams to meet American passengers from the hantavirus-stricken cruise ship, escorting the 17 onboard from the Canary Islands by a charter flight and placing them in quarantine at Nebraska's National Quarantine Unit (with the Biocontainment Unit) to prevent virus spread. KETV
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A vacant downtown lot is set to redevelop into a five-story building with 45 affordable units and 25 market-rate apartments for seniors and others. The project has received city council approval for over $1.1 million in tax increment financing and involves CHI Health as a partner. WOWT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Omaha won 8 to 0 over South Dakota State in five innings Friday to reach the Summit League Softball Championship final, and they will face South Dakota today at 1 p.m. CT. University of Nebraska Omaha
- ➤ Nebraska volleyball will travel to Las Vegas to play in the Players Era — Elite Volleyball Championship doubleheader at T-Mobile Arena. The team will face UNLV on Aug. 29 and Texas on Aug. 30, setting an exciting start for the season. KETV
- ➤ Nebraska softball took major Big Ten honors last Friday as head coach Rhonda Revelle was named coach of the year, pitcher Jordy Frahm earned his second consecutive pitcher award, and freshman Alexis Jensen was honored as freshman of the year; the team tied a conference record by finishing 23-1 in league play. KETV
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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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Run to Remember 5k
8 AM – 12 PM — Omaha, NE — Entry fee varies — Participate in a noncompetitive race honoring those who served.
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The Callous Daoboys Concert
6-10 p.m. — Reverb Lounge — Tickets starting at $57 — Experience an unforgettable live performance by The Callous Daoboys in Omaha.
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The Casualties Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Slowdown — Tickets start at $54 — Experience an unforgettable live performance by The Casualties in Omaha.
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Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Alan J Levine Theater Performing Arts Center JCC Omaha — Tickets available — Experience an enchanting Candlelight concert featuring the iconic scores of Hans Zimmer performed by the Listeso String Quartet.
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Middle America School Mental Health Conference
Day 1: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. & Day 2: 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. — Hilton Omaha — Registration required — Engage with leading experts on mental health in schools and earn CE credits.
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Perler Bead Palooza
2-4 p.m. — La Vista Public Library — Parental participation required — Create colorful patterns and pixel art using beads in this fun, hands-on activity for ages 5 and up.
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Taste Of Omaha
5-11 p.m. — Heartland of America Park — Free entry — Experience a culinary adventure with a variety of restaurants and live entertainment for all tastes.
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