Morning
Omaha
Saturday, August 16th, 2025
Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Omaha Fire Department responded to a building fire just after 4 a.m. Friday at a vacant structure near 19th and Burdette streets in North Omaha—fire crews worked quickly to contain the blaze while investigators looked into its cause. WOWT
- ➤ Crews fought a fire in a vacant building near 19th and Burdette streets in North Omaha— the blaze started just after 4 a.m. Friday. WOWT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UNO's Gina Ligon received the 2025 Innovation, Development and Engagement Award at the President's Excellence Awards for her work on national security research — the Goodrich Scholarship Program earned the Innovations in Student Success Award for its role in helping students. University of Nebraska Omaha
- ➤ The sixth affordable home built by Metropolitan Community College students was moved from the Fort Omaha campus to the Miller Park neighborhood at 2452 Camden Avenue on August 14 — 170 students built the Craftsman-style bungalow with Holy Name Housing Corporation as a hands-on project for affordable housing. It is the second consecutive year of these projects that offer both practical learning and community benefit. Grow Omaha
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, Omaha experienced a heat advisory with a chance for brief morning showers and thunderstorms while temperatures felt near 105°. Meteorologist Sean Everson reported that by Saturday, temperatures could reach a heat index of 110 — and severe heat might continue into Sunday. KETV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ After many nights in the hospital, teen Sarahya Johnson uses her 3D printer to quickly make fidget toys—she donates full bins of them to help comfort other kids facing long hospital stays. Her kind act shows how she uses her hobby to bring joy despite living with a rare disease. WOWT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska football will wear an all-black alternate uniform this season and Adidas unveiled the new design yesterday in close collaboration with the university — the uniform features the phrase 'Tradition of Winning' on the back neck and is set to be worn against USC on Nov 1. KETV
- ➤ Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore is serving a self-imposed two-game suspension that will keep him out of the Nebraska game on September 20 as the NCAA released its findings in a sign-stealing scandal—he will also be suspended for the first game next season and face a two-year show-cause order. Michigan was fined tens of millions after investigations into in-person scouting and unauthorized signal recording revealed the misconduct. KETV
- ➤ Omaha Central five—star safety Tory Pittman III, the 16th best overall player in the class of 2027, announced his commitment to Nebraska on Friday—choosing the Huskers over offers from Oregon, LSU, and Michigan. KETV
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Heroes on the Water Omaha Event
10 AM – 2 PM — Lake Manawa Sailing Association — Free for veterans and families — A day of fishing, fun, and camaraderie for veterans and first responders.
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Schick & Nick Live Podcast Recording
7-9 p.m. — Hurrdat Sports Bar & Grill — Ticketed event — Experience the excitement of a live podcast recording with fan-favorite hosts Schick and Nick.
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Millard Days 2025
Various times — Andersen Park — Check local listings — Celebrate Millard Days with fun traditions like the carnival, parade, and beer gardens.
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2025 HR Nebraska State Conference
1 PM - 3 PM — Embassy Suites by Hilton Omaha La Vista Hotel & Conference Center — Early Bird Pricing Available — Explore Agile HR practices for organizational success.
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PWP Wrestling Presents Overheated
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Waiting Room Lounge — Tickets start at $10 — Experience intense wrestling action with PWP at The Waiting Room Lounge.
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EST Gee Live in Concert
7:00 – 9:30 PM — The Admiral Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying evening with EST Gee's unique sound and powerful lyrics.
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Saturday Night Movies in Turner Park
5-11 p.m. — Turner Park — Free entry — Enjoy a magical outdoor screening of WICKED under the stars with local dining options nearby.
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The Claudettes Concert
4 PM — Reverb Lounge — Tickets available — Experience a captivating blend of blues and R&B infused with punk rock spirit and theatrical flair.
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Attack Attack! Concert
6:00-8:30 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — Tickets starting at $58 — Experience the energetic live performance of Attack Attack! in Omaha.
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Eco-Friendly Urban Gardening Workshop
5:30-7 p.m. — City Sprouts — Suggested donation of $5-$10 — Learn simple, eco-friendly ways to manage garden pests and build your own Integrated Pest Management plan.
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