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Monday, June 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sister Stephanie Matcha, 81, rappelled down the 17-story Highline Apartments in downtown Omaha on May 3, raising over $3,000 for Siena Francis House—Omaha’s largest nonprofit serving the unhoused—and proving her long-time dedication to helping those in need. Nebraska Public Media
- ➤ Extra Space Storage's SpaceWise blog report names Omaha as one of 14 best cities for families in 2025—citing affordable homes, good schools and local attractions like the zoo and museum. Grow Omaha
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Early Sunday morning, a car crash near 42nd Street and Ames Avenue in North Omaha resulted in one person being hospitalized with serious injuries — police said the cause remains unclear. WOWT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local businessman Bob Pelshaw is turning the old Kitty Clover potato chip factory in South Omaha into Clover 24—an open space with studios for artists and co-working areas for entrepreneurs located on the northwest corner of 24th and Martha Street. Grow Omaha
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two people were hospitalized after a stabbing near an IHOP at 125th Avenue and West Center Road in West Omaha on Sunday morning — one victim is in critical condition while the other has non-life threatening injuries, and a third person was seen at a different hospital. WOWT
- ➤ A 28-year-old Omaha man was sentenced last week by Douglas County District Court to 3½ years in prison for leaving the scene after striking a pedestrian with his vehicle. Omaha World-Herald
- ➤ Brandy Williams, 32, was sentenced to serve 10 to 20 years in prison by the Douglas County District Court—crediting 562 days served—for her role as an accessory to a felony after prosecutors amended the charge from first-degree murder in connection with a robbery that led to Quayvon Tucker’s death on July 15th. Omaha World-Herald
- ➤ Zadik Motino, a 20-year-old Omaha man, was sentenced to 24 to 36 years in prison for manslaughter — his plea deal followed the fatal shooting of 17-year-old Mauricio Chavez at a South Omaha bar during a disturbance. Omaha World-Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Omaha’s mayors have included Jesse Lowe as the first, James C. Dahlman as the longest-serving, and Jean Stothert as the first woman leader. Douglas County Treasurer John Ewing will soon become Omaha’s first elected Black mayor — a milestone that reflects the city's evolving leadership. Omaha World-Herald
SHOP NEWS
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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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Just Some Dads – Live at Smokin' Oak (Midtown Omaha)
Join Just Some Dads for a fun night of live music on the back patio at Smokin' Oak in Midtown. Enjoy great food, cold drinks, and your favorite covers from 6–9 PM.
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Panchiko Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Slowdown — $45 — Last-minute concert tickets available for a captivating performance by Panchiko.
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International Fuel Ethanol Workshop & Expo
Time not specified — Omaha, Nebraska — Registrations required — Explore the latest innovations and regulations in the ethanol industry with expert speakers.
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2025 NCAA D1 College World Series
June 12-23 — Charles Schwab Field Omaha — Various accommodations available — Experience the thrill of college baseball's biggest tournament in Omaha.
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NCAA College World Series Game 1
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Charles Schwab Field Omaha — Ticket required — Exclusive access to the NCAA Fan Experience with air-conditioned comfort and lively festivities.
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MJ - The Musical
1-2:30 p.m. — Orpheum Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the artistry and creativity that made Michael Jackson a legend in this Tony Award-winning musical.
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Cloud Contact Center Experience Workshop with Amazon Connect
10:30 PM – 12:30 AM — Improving Office — Free entry — Engage in a hands-on workshop to master cloud-based contact centers using Amazon Connect.
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NCAA Baseball College World Series - Game 9
1-2:30 p.m. — Charles Schwab Field Omaha — Ticket includes pregame hospitality — Enjoy the exclusive NCAA Fan Experience in a lively atmosphere.
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Yoke Lore Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — $25 ADV / $30 DOS — Experience the captivating indie pop sounds of Yoke Lore as Adrian Galvin delivers a heartfelt performance.
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