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Wednesday, May 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of May.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Ron Hug (District 4) won re-election to the Omaha City Council and will continue serving after being appointed in 2023 when Vinny Palermo lost his seat. KETV
- ➤ Omaha voters cast ballots Tuesday in seven City Council races where incumbents in Districts 1, 3, 4, 5 and 6 led by large margins — in District 2, challenger LaVonya Goodwin advanced by 27 votes while Aimee Melton led the contest in District 7. Vote counts are incomplete and officials expect to announce final results later. Omaha World-Herald
- ➤ Voters headed to polling places yesterday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. for the Omaha General Election that featured a mayor’s race between incumbent Jean Stothert and challenger John Ewing as well as seven city council seats. An 11-year-old boy was hospitalized after a crash near 56th and Ogden streets in North Omaha just before 5:30 p.m. Monday. WOWT
- ➤ LaVonya Goodwin, executive director of the North 24th Street Business Improvement District, defeated former council member Ben Gray to win the Omaha City Council District 2 seat. She said she will work to improve safety, beautify neighborhoods, and support small businesses in the district — marking a shift from the previous leadership. KETV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, May 17, Aksarben Village will host the Aksarben Tirc criterium bike race as part of the USA Crits National Series, with hundreds of cyclists expected to reach speeds of up to 40 mph. Free spectator events include the pro women's race at 7:05 p.m. and the pro men's race at 8:10 p.m. as well as family activities at Stinson Park — a local hub for kids' races and fun. Grow Omaha
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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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Nightlife Concert Featuring Alternative Band
5:30-11 p.m. — Reverb Lounge — $15 ADV / $20 DOS — Experience a soulpunk sound from one of the most exciting bands in the alternative scene right now.
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Money Management Workshop
6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Corner Kick Cantina — Free entry — Learn essential financial principles to protect your hard-earned money and gain peace of mind for retirement.
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Temple Grandin Seminar & Book Signing
The Ralston FFA chapter will be hosting Temple Grandin at 7 PM at Ralston High School this upcoming Wednesday night. She will be giving a public seminar & book signing.
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World of Pickleball Tournament - Omaha
May 23-26 — Midwest Pickleball Club — Entry fees vary — Compete for cash prizes in multiple skill divisions and enjoy a vibrant community atmosphere.
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Southern Culture on the Skids Concert
7 PM – Midnight — The Waiting Room Lounge — $54 — Catch Southern Culture on the Skids as they bring their unique sound to Omaha's vibrant music scene.
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PWP Wrestling's 20th Anniversary Spectacular
7-10 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — $10-$15 — Celebrate two decades of PWP wrestling with an action-packed night of entertaining matches.
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Titanic the Musical
7 p.m. — Omaha Community Playhouse — Ticket prices vary — Experience the story of Titanic's passengers and staff through stunning music and powerful storytelling.
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