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Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of June.

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Local restaurants and bars near Charles Schwab Field reported record-breaking sales as the College World Series reached its halfway mark, with Saturday marking the highest sales day ever. Owners said the surge—boosted by LSU fans and a steady flow of pre- and post-game visitors—proved an unprecedented boost to local business.  WOWT

CRIME NEWS

  • After a dog attacked an Omaha police officer at a home near Chicago and 49th, the officer shot and killed the dog after it bit his leg—he then drove himself to the hospital for treatment.  WOWT

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The University of Nebraska at Omaha’s student government election was thrown into controversy when the Election Commission voided 50 votes from the winning Torch ticket—giving Unify UNO the win despite a narrow vote count. Some students and former officials have raised concerns over the fairness of the process and called for clearer voting standards in future elections.  The Gateway

REAL ESTATE NEWS

  • Today, the Woodbury Corporation broke ground on a nearly $1 billion redevelopment at the old Crossroads Mall site near 72nd and Dodge that will include a large entertainment center called Gamescape by Cinemark—featuring eight movie screens and 18 bowling lanes—and plans for a public green space, apartments, office space and shopping. Further construction will begin later this summer and in the fall as the project aims to transform the area into a city-like environment.  WOWT

SPORTS NEWS

EVENTS

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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.

    Wed, 6/18/25

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  • Amanda DeBoer Bartlett & Ben Eisenberger Concert

    7 p.m. — Reverb Lounge — Ticket info not provided — Experience the unique synergy of contemporary classical and folk music with performances by Amanda DeBoer Bartlett and Ben Eisenberger.

    Thu, 6/19/25

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  • Zepparella Live Performance

    8-9:30 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — Ticket info not provided — Experience the spellbinding homage to Led Zeppelin through powerful performances by a talented all-female band.

    Fri, 6/20/25

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  • 16th Annual Polishfest

    12-10 p.m. — Crescent Moon — Entrance fee required — Skip the lines with a pre-purchase package and enjoy delicious Polish food and drinks.

    Sat, 6/21/25

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  • Origami Angel Live Performance

    6-11 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — Cost Info Not Provided — Experience an emotionally charged performance featuring tracks from the new album 'Feeling Not Found'.

    Sun, 6/22/25

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  • NCAA Baseball College World Series Finals - Game 3

    6-8 p.m. — Charles Schwab Field Omaha — Ticket prices vary — Witness the thrilling conclusion of the NCAA Men's College World Series Championship.

    Mon, 6/23/25

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  • ICAN's Leadership Learning Burst - Resilience

    Discover why resilience is essential in today’s work and world as you learn the key attributes of resilient people and resilient teams as you work to foster your own resilience. Don’t miss these powerful, quick bursts of learning- Register now for the first of the 2025 Virtual Series: Resiliency with facilitator, Laura Roccaforte on June 25!

    Wed, 6/25/25

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  • ICAN's Leadership Learning Burst - Resilience

    Discover why resilience is essential in today’s work and world as you learn the key attributes of resilient people and resilient teams as you work to foster your own resilience. Don’t miss these powerful, quick bursts of learning- Register now for the first of the 2025 Virtual Series: Resiliency with facilitator, Laura Roccaforte on June 25!

    Wed, 6/25/25

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  • Pop Shove-It: Bike Night

    7-11 p.m. — The Drinkery — Free entry — Enjoy live music from Omaha's premier cover band playing your favorite pop punk, skate punk, and emo hits.

    Thu, 6/26/25

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  • Tripping Daisy Anniversary Concert

    7 PM-12 AM — The Waiting Room Lounge — Tickets available — Celebrate 30 years of alternative rock with Tripping Daisy's dynamic live performance.

    Fri, 6/27/25

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  • Taylor Fest

    8 PM – 1 AM — The Waiting Room Lounge — $20 ADV / $25 DOS — The ultimate party for Swifties to sing and dance through every era of Taylor Swift's music.

    Sat, 6/28/25

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