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Sunday, July 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 27th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On July 26, Creighton University’s REACH Program partnered with City Sprouts to host pop-up farmers markets that provided free fresh produce to neighbors in marginalized Omaha areas—one at Comunidad Maya Pixan Ixim from 8 a.m. to noon and one at Mount Calvary Community Church from 9 a.m. to noon until supplies ran out. KETV
- ➤ Omaha nonprofits are working to help tenants at City View Apartments at 604 S. 22nd St. leave before eviction, as Friday was the last day for most to move and help ends on July 31; they are using funds set aside for a youth program & need more city support to cover the $400,000 relocation cost. The building has long faced health and safety issues, leaving some residents with few housing options and burdening local organizations financially. Omaha World-Herald
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Riddle’s Jewelry will expand in Omaha by opening two new stores by the end of this year—one at Shadow Lake Towne Center opening soon after Labor Day and another at Village Pointe planned for November—while its Westroads Mall outlet stays open. Grow Omaha
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Omaha police responded at 2:25 p.m. Saturday to a reported cutting near 39th+P Streets that injured two people and sent them to a local hospital with no word on arrests or their current condition. WOWT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts in Omaha opened its first exhibit showcasing intern artwork, with intern MC Daubendiek presenting a photo gallery of self-portraits in CD cases and portraits drawn on duct tape — a project proposed and organized by the interns that will lead to more work in the future. WOWT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Department of Education has launched an investigation into the University of Nebraska at Omaha after a complaint alleged that two scholarship programs favor minority and foreign-born students. The review covers the Dreamer’s Pathway Scholarship (for residents with DACA status) and HDR Scholarship (which gives priority to underrepresented groups) and UNO said it will cooperate with the inquiry while reviewing its policies. The Gateway
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska Rep. Mike Flood was elected as the new chair of the Main Street Caucus this week — he previously served as vice chair and replaced South Dakota Rep. Dusty Johnson who stepped down — reflecting leadership changes in the group. WOWT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Phil Smith, a local Omaha doctor who built the Nebraska Biocontainment Unit and cared for Ebola patients, died Tuesday at age 78 and is remembered as a devoted mentor, husband and father. Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Aug. 2 at First Central Congregational Church — his work set a new standard in fighting deadly diseases. Omaha World-Herald
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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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