Morning
Omaha
Monday, July 21st, 2025
Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 21st of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Omaha's RiverFront has been named a Landscape Steward Affiliate Site for the Nebraska Statewide Arboretum — underscoring its status as an oasis in the heart of downtown. Omaha World-Herald
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Toyota ran a red light at 24th and Vinton in South Omaha just before 11 a.m. Saturday—crashing into a Chevrolet and sending a 35-year-old man and a female passenger with serious injuries to Nebraska Medicine while an 89-year-old driver received treatment for minor injuries and now faces pending charges. WOWT
- ➤ A crash likely caused a semi fire in South Omaha, police said—authorities reported it was unknown if anyone was injured. WOWT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A new GolfTRK facility will open in Elkhorn at 606 North 210th Street inside a recently completed commercial building just north of West Dodge Road. The 3,100 sq. ft. space will offer indoor golf using Trackman and Puttview bays for paid members—while non-members may book lessons and custom club fittings. Grow Omaha
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Nebraska State Patrol trooper crashed his patrol car near South 99th Street and Mockingbird Drive Saturday in southwest Omaha while chasing a stolen Amazon van. Omaha World-Herald
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A new and powerful sculpture called 'With Heart and Humanity' was unveiled at the Child Saving Institute’s new entrance along Douglas Street on July 20 — created by artist Littleton Alston. President and CEO Jaymes Sime said the artwork reflects the nonprofit’s mission and he looks forward to how children will find their own meaning in it. KETV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Several Omaha metro area school districts will start classes in mid-August—Bellevue and Westside begin on Aug. 7 and Omaha Public Schools will open on Aug. 13 for certain grades. Council Bluffs Community Schools will start on Aug. 25 while other districts follow later schedules—providing a varied calendar for students. Omaha World-Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, July 20, Husker fans ran the annual Nebraska Football Road Race at Memorial Stadium—100% of the proceeds supported pediatric brain cancer research at UNMC—and honored Jack Hoffman's memory with a 69-yard finish reminiscent of his famous 2013 touchdown that helped raise over $300,000. KETV
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The Prisoner Wine Company Tasting & Pairing Dinner
6 p.m. — Legacy Chophouse — $150 per person — Experience a rebellious four-course dinner paired with the dangerously smooth wines of The Prisoner Wine Company.
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Tyler Childers Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — CHI Health Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of live music with Tyler Childers.
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Night Market Hosted by Veridian Credit Union
6-10 p.m. — Turner Park — Free entry — Experience local vendors, live music, and a vibrant community atmosphere at Omaha’s Night Market.
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Banda El Recodo Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Liberty First Credit Union Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant sounds of Banda El Recodo, the legendary Mexican music group.
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Jenny Haniver Live Performance
8-9:30 p.m. — Slowdown — $10 — Experience the captivating instrumental landscapes of Portland's Jenny Haniver as they blend ambient music with aggressive dynamics.
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Omaha Days All Star Comedy Jam
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Orpheum Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of laughter with top comedians like Lavell Crawford and Gary Owen in Omaha's premier venue.
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Hinder - Back to Life Tour Part II
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Barnato — Price TBA — Rock out with Hinder as they bring their back to life tour to Omaha.
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JoJo Siwa Concert
8:30-11:30 p.m. — Steelhouse Omaha — Cost info not provided — Experience the vibrant pop sounds of JoJo Siwa in an unforgettable live performance.
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Comic Con Nebraska
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM — CHI Health Center — Tickets from $26 — Celebrate comics, creators, and fandom at Omaha's first Comic Con.
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Jake Scott Concert
7-9 p.m. — Slowdown — $25 — Experience the catchy pop sound of Jake Scott as he performs live in Omaha.
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