Morning
Omaha
Monday, May 11th, 2026
Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 11th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Auggie (August) was crowned grand champion at Council Bluffs' River's Edge Park on Saturday afternoon during the Omaha corgi races hosted by the Omaha Sports Commission and the Omaha Corgi Crew, with his mom Kiley Meleán sharing photos and video of his win. 3 News Now
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Omaha's own Warren Buffett took control of Berkshire Hathaway on May 10, 1965 after a stock dispute led him to buy shares instead of selling his 7 percent stake. The move launched a business empire that remains a key local historical milestone. WOWT
- ➤ New data shows that restaurants along the Omaha streetcar route have lower sales due to ongoing construction, even as other local spots post-pandemic experience a boost. Local business owners say the construction delays are hurting revenue. Omaha World-Herald
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A new article explores the history of Omaha’s train depots, including Union Station and Burlington Station (and Webster Street Station), and their role in shaping the city’s growth. It explains how these landmarks have contributed to Omaha's development over the years. Omaha World-Herald
- ➤ Visit Omaha announced winners of the 2026 OMA Tourism Awards in Douglas County after nearly 14,000 votes, naming Joslyn Art Museum as Best Attraction, Kimpton Cottonwood Hotel as Best Hotel, Big Mama’s Kitchen as Best Restaurant and City Limits as Best Retail Business; all are first-time honorees. Grow Omaha
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Omaha teen Benjamin Ingram Jr. published 'Quentin and the New Friend,' a children’s book aimed at teaching young readers about disability awareness, inspired by his friend Ace (who has Fragile X syndrome), and he plans to continue writing the series as he heads to Creighton next year. WOWT
- ➤ Over the past two years, Omaha Public Schools have used structured literacy in elementary classrooms to boost reading proficiency and help students learn effectively. This effort employs proven strategies to build essential skills for future success. WOWT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A plane carrying Americans potentially exposed to hantavirus landed at Eppley Airfield today, prompting health officials to monitor the passengers for any signs of illness. WOWT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Omaha beat Oral Roberts 8-6 on Sunday as the team scored five runs in the third inning and retired the final 13 hitters; the win gave the Mavericks a series win and clinched a Summit League tournament berth. University of Nebraska Omaha
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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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