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Wednesday, June 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The public is invited to join the eighth annual Justice for Zachary Bearheels prayer walk on Saturday, which will follow the route he is believed to have taken the day he died after Omaha police officers struck him with a stun gun eight years ago. The walk will start at the bus station at 16th and Jackson at 10 a.m. and head west to the Speedee Mart at 60th and Center where participants will hold a prayer with traditional indigenous singing and drumming. KETV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The 2025 Fortune 500 list shows Omaha remains a corporate hub with four Fortune 500 companies and three Fortune 1000 companies including Berkshire Hathaway, Union Pacific Railroad, Kiewit and Mutual of Omaha—although one company fell out from last year’s rankings. Grow Omaha
- ➤ Mercy Thai opened its second Omaha restaurant on June 3rd at 7622 Dodge Street in the former La Guanaca space and will serve lunch and dinner six days a week while its original location stays at 4741 South 96th Street on the southeast corner of 96th & L Street. The locally owned restaurant is not affiliated with the Council Bluffs location. Grow Omaha
- ➤ Roger Dixon, the long-time President and CEO of MECA, announced his retirement at the end of the year after leading major projects such as the CHI Health Center arena—Charles Schwab Field and The RiverFront development; the board will start a nationwide search for his successor. KFAB
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ One person was seriously injured in a cutting near 36th and Jackson streets in Omaha just before 1 a.m. on Tuesday — no arrests have been reported. KETV
- ➤ An Early Bird employee was detained by ICE agents during business hours on June 1 at the West Omaha location, and a video captured him being cuffed—an Omaha law firm confirmed they represent the worker while ICE and local officials investigated the incident as Early Bird stated it had no prior knowledge. KETV
- ➤ A judge sentenced Chit Lay to 64—88 years in prison for the manslaughter of 27-year-old Taw Moo in 2024 after he pleaded no contest in a shooting near Fontenelle Park, and he earned credit for 449 days served with parole eligibility in 36 years. KETV
- ➤ Omaha Police identified 42-year-old Frederick Miller IV, who died early Tuesday after being hit by a vehicle near Park Avenue — Pacific Street as paramedics took him to a hospital where he was pronounced dead. KFAB
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local cover band Parfait has played lively shows at Harney Street Tavern and on Old Market street corners, performing at weddings and graduations to share familiar tunes with fans. The band will also play at Steelhouse in July—drawing crowds from around the city—while growing its local following. Flatwater Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska Athletic Director Troy Dannen said UNL will pay student-athletes over $20 million in NIL contracts next year by changing its business model to support recruiting and retention; he noted that most deals will be one-year contracts—with a few multiyear exceptions—to give athletes flexibility in the evolving NIL landscape. KETV
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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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