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Sunday, May 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, Collective for Hope held its annual Remembrance Day and Walk at Miller's Landing to honor loved ones and support people navigating grief. The nonprofit—providing free support for nearly 30 years and serving about 5,000 individuals annually—will open a new grief center next year. WOWT
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Omaha police said an adult man suffered a head injury and is in critical condition after an overnight crash near 175th Street and Farnam Circle in west Omaha — he was transported to the hospital shortly after 2 a.m. KETV
- ➤ A man in his late 20s was hospitalized after his car crashed into a concrete structure near 175th and Farnam early Saturday morning in West Omaha—officers said alcohol involvement and the lack of seatbelt use contributed to his head injury. WOWT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Greg Abel, Berkshire Hathaway's chosen successor, said next year's shareholders meeting in Omaha will feature a new Q&A session—Buffett will be seated with the board while Abel fields investors' questions. The meeting will be held on May 2 with exhibits opening on May 1 to set new expectations for the event. Omaha World-Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On May 16, UNO celebrated over 2,000 graduates at Baxter Arena — Chancellor Joanne Li led ceremonies at 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. awarding degrees to new Mavericks. The graduates, including many first-generation students, now join a network of over 125,000 alumni who continue UNO’s long tradition of success. University of Nebraska Omaha
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lawmakers are set to consider overriding the governor's veto on granting SNAP to felons struggling with drug addiction — thirty votes are needed to reverse the decision. WOWT
SHOP NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR Shop on Amazon for the car tech upgrades you need ahead of your next road trip and for better, safer driving. We love this suction cup phone mount to keep navigation instructions in your eyeline. The Buy
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Creighton beat Georgetown 12-1 in seven innings in the final regular season game to improve to 38-14 overall (17-4 in Big East play) while Georgetown fell to 16-40 overall (3-18 in Big East play); the Bluejays will face St. John's on May 21 at 6:30 p.m. at Prasco Park in Mason. KETV
- ➤ The Elkhorn Athletic Association is expanding the Miracle League by building an adaptive sports field at First Interstate Sportsplex that is wheelchair friendly and sensory adaptive friendly—this 90-acre complex will include lines for soccer, lacrosse, and wheelchair rugby while registrations for players and volunteers grow ahead of the season starting in June. KETV
- ➤ Nebraska softball defeated Southeastern Louisiana 14-1 on Saturday in the Baton Rouge Regional—Hannah Camenzind opening the scoring with a home run that helped set a school record for consecutive high-scoring NCAA games. The Huskers will play today at 2 p.m.—their next opponent will be decided by Saturday’s match outcomes. KETV
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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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Blues Inferno Tour Omaha Pre-Party
7-11 p.m. — The B. Bar — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying night with live performances by Chris Duarte, Kris Lager, and local talent Vertigo.
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The Widdler Concert
7:30 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — $25 ADV / $30 DOS — Experience a night of hi-fidelity music with The Widdler and sfam, supported by a stellar lineup.
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Luis Coronel: ETERNO ENAMORADO 2025 TOUR
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Benson Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the smooth voice and heartfelt lyrics of rising star Luis Coronel in Omaha.
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Exploring AI Developments in Omaha
5-6:30 p.m. — The Reserves Network - Millennium Plaza — Free entry — Engage with the AI community in Omaha as you discuss the latest trends and innovations in artificial intelligence.
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