Morning
Omaha
Saturday, May 30th, 2026
Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Pancake Café by Agave Azteca opened yesterday at 5170 South 72nd Street in Ralston. The grand opening included a ribbon cutting, free pancakes and a live mariachi band to celebrate its new breakfast menu. Grow Omaha
- ➤ Centris Federal Credit Union held a groundbreaking ceremony at 25th & Capehart Road today for a new Bellevue branch office that will open in 2027 as its second location, expanding its network of 15 branches in the Omaha metro area. Grow Omaha
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Taste of Omaha returns for its 29th year at Heartland of America Park, where visitors can enjoy food from local restaurants and free live entertainment on two stages. WOWT
- ➤ Union Pacific’s Big Boy No. 4014 stopped in Columbus on Friday and heads to Omaha for free public viewing today at 9th + Leavenworth Streets from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. WOWT
- ➤ The Disney exhibit 'Heroes and Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume' is in its second weekend at Durham Museum and features actor-worn costumes that give Omaha visitors a rare look at film performance designs. WOWT
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ WK Kellogg Co. confirmed the Omaha plant will permanently close in August, eliminating 451 jobs in two phases that begin in July. Omaha World-Herald
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Keith Siebels, an Omaha stroke survivor, used high intensity training plus a robotic support system during four weeks of inpatient care to regain movement; he now lives independently and urges others to begin recovery early as doctors control his high blood pressure. WOWT
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A local developer plans a $100M redevelopment of the shopping center near 46th and Saddle Creek as Family Fare closes several locations — prompting plans to add apartments and retail space in five phases. Omaha City Council will review the project Tuesday, June 2 at 2 p.m. WOWT
- ➤ Omaha paid $300K to demolish an abandoned southwest hotel, leaving a clean site ready for new development (free of liens) (for future projects by a local developer). WOWT
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Lucy Darling Comedy Show
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Orpheum Theater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughter with Lucy Darling at the iconic Orpheum Theater.
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Disney's Mary Poppins Musical
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Omaha Community Playhouse — Tickets available at discounted prices — Enjoy the enchanting story of Mary Poppins brought to life in this delightful musical.
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Movies on the Green
7-9 p.m. — Granary Green — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly movie night under the stars with themed activities and local involvement.
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Backline's Best Improv Showcase
7-8:30 p.m. — The Backline Comedy Theatre — Free for students and alumni — Experience the best of Omaha's improv with outstanding performances each week.
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Season To Risk Concert
8-11 p.m. — Reverb Lounge — $15 ADV / $18 DOS — Experience the genre-blending sounds of Season to Risk, a first wave post-hardcore band adding dark synth to their evolving musical style.
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IRONMAN 70.3 Omaha
6:30 AM – 5:00 PM — Lake Cunningham Recreation Area — $524.31 — Experience the spirit of the Midwest with a unique triathlon journey through nature and urban charm.
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Silverada Live Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating sound of Silverada as they showcase their latest album and celebrate their journey in country music.
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Sal Vulcano Stand-Up Show
5-10 p.m. — Holland Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughter with Impractical Jokers star Sal Vulcano on his Everything's Fine Tour.
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The Pizza Party Tour featuring Otis Julius and DJ
8 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — Tickets starting at $63 — Experience an unforgettable live show with music and fun.
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Artikal Sound System Concert
7-8 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — $20 ADV / $25 DOS — Enjoy a vibrant reggae performance from South Florida's finest musicians.
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