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Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of July.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Omaha Fire Department said a fire in a southwest apartment building caused by unattended food on a stove displaced three families, caused $120,000 in damage and was controlled in about 20 minutes Wednesday evening near 86th and Q Streets with no injuries as the American Red Cross provided assistance.  KFAB
  • A fire at an apartment near 84th and Q streets displaced three families on Wednesday evening when unattended food on a stove sparked flames that spread to three units and caused about $120,000 in damage—officials confirmed the incident—and the American Red Cross is assisting those affected.  KETV

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Cedar Creek Coffee & Art will open a brick-and-mortar store in the lower level of the new Elkhorn Landing Development — near 206th Street and Elkhorn Drive — this fall, where locals can sip coffee and view art.  KETV
  • Dave’s Cakes of Omaha has expanded into the adjacent bay at 14234 U Street just off Millard Avenue—formerly the home of Local Makers Collective—next to its original location which opened in 2022.  Grow Omaha

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Lee Polikov, the county attorney, filed a new lawsuit against the board because he will not fire a top prosecutor accused of misconduct — the prosecutor is paid even though he is not working. The dispute has cost over $300,000 and slowed murder trials while revealing a deep power struggle in Sarpy County.  Flatwater Free Press

SPORTS NEWS

EVENTS

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  • Swampboy Blues Band Live Performance

    8:00 p.m. — Therapy Bar & Grill — Check venue for ticket info — Enjoy an evening of soulful blues with the Swampboy Blues Band.

    Sat, 7/5/25

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  • Aksarben Midsummer Market

    9 AM – 2 PM — Baxter Arena — Free entry — Celebrate summer with 200+ local vendors, delicious food trucks, and live music.

    Sun, 7/6/25

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  • Tyler Bryant & the Shakedown Live

    6-11 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — $20 ADV / $25 DOS — Experience a night of energetic rock and roll infused with blues and southern vibes.

    Thu, 7/10/25

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  • Kansas Concert

    6:00 – 8:30 PM — The Astro — Tickets starting at $82 — Enjoy an unforgettable live performance by Kansas in La Vista.

    Sat, 7/12/25

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  • Taylor Swift Music Camp

    9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — School of Rock — Tuition required — Dive into the musical world of Taylor Swift with a week of learning and live performances.

    Mon, 7/14/25

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  • American Aquarium Concert

    7:00 – 9:30 PM — The Waiting Room Lounge — Ticketed event — Experience the powerful blend of country-rock and introspective songwriting from American Aquarium.

    Tue, 7/15/25

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  • The Browning Concert

    7-8:30 p.m. — Reverb Lounge — $44 — Catch The Browning live in an electrifying concert experience at a top venue in Omaha.

    Wed, 7/16/25

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  • Dillon Carmichael Live Concert

    8:00-9:30 p.m. — Barnato — Ticket prices vary — Experience the rising star of country music with chart-topping hits and captivating performances.

    Thu, 7/17/25

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  • David Lucas Comedy Show

    7-10 p.m. — Funny Bone Omaha — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughs while supporting a good cause.

    Fri, 7/18/25

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  • Air Supply Live Concert

    7-9 p.m. — Orpheum Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary rock duo's timeless hits during 'The Lost In Love Experience'.

    Sat, 7/19/25

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