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Saturday, July 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Phyllis Brunken—retired teacher—and her granddaughter have spent 14 years filling backpacks with school supplies to help Omaha students in need. Their tradition provides essential tools for school and spreads hope among local children. KETV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Daniel Lambert, who was on Omaha Crime Stoppers' most wanted list, was charged with theft, operating a vehicle to avoid arrest, and terroristic threats on Friday after he and a woman took a test drive at a dealership and he threatened four passengers when officers stopped the vehicle; he was arrested in Iowa earlier this week and transferred to Douglas County jail (a judge set a $200,000 bond). KETV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Farmers in Nebraska received more rain than normal in July that boosted their crops—yet they face high land taxes and low prices for corn and soybeans as harvest season nears. Land values fell 3% since February, but acre costs stay steep and many hope crop prices will soon rebound. WOWT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The contractor for the former AltEn ethanol plant near Mead said 15,000 tons of pesticide-contaminated byproduct will be removed and hauled to a landfill by the end of summer; subcontractors have already moved over 130,000 tons of wet cake. Engineers will grade the site and plant grass once NDWEE approves the plan — fieldwork for the next phase will begin in 2026 — ensuring proper stormwater management. Omaha World-Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mayor John Ewing said he is committed to fixing a large sinkhole on 16th Street in downtown Omaha but cautioned that legal disputes among building owners, OPPD and waste management mean repairs may take three to six months—city officials met with affected parties two weeks ago to plan work on pavement removal, foundation repairs and sewer line fixes. Omaha World-Herald
- ➤ Retired Omaha eye surgeon Mark Johnston launched his campaign for Nebraska's 2nd Congressional District—he said his experience connecting with patients will help him bring care to Congress. Omaha World-Herald
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ New Visions Homeless Services has acquired 10 acres near 96th and Cady to build 46 one bedroom units for senior veterans with Omaha Housing Authority ensuring tenants pay no more than 30% of their income for rent—early work on the project will begin in 2026 while additional proposals for mixed-use or workforce housing on the remaining land are accepted through August 22. WOWT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ University of Nebraska head football coach Matt Ruhle defended remarks made by his predecessor about the Cornhuskers coaching job, saying he empathized with Scott Frost and noted the role needed improvements when he arrived. He added that changes have been made in Lincoln and he plans to stay in his position while working to turn the program around (Big Ten Media Days in Las Vegas). KIOS
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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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Wave To Earth Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Steelhouse Omaha — Tickets available — Experience the indie pop sounds of Seoul's own 'Wave to Earth' featuring Daniel Kim, Dong Kyu Shin, and John Cha.
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Slightly Stoopid's Step Into The Sun Tour
6-7:30 p.m. — The Astro — Ticketed event — Relax and enjoy a summer evening with Slightly Stoopid, Iration, and Little Stranger in La Vista.
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Jackie Darlene Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Slowdown — Tickets available — Experience an evening of music from rising star Kat Hasty alongside the iconic sound of Bob Dylan's influence.
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Yo Gabba Gabba Live! Revival
6-7:30 p.m. — Orpheum Theater — Tickets starting at $68 — Kids will enjoy the vibrant performance featuring their favorite characters brought to life with a new host and engaging music.
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