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Omaha
Thursday, September 11th, 2025
Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of September.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Maverick Store held its year-long MavMania flash sale on Sept. 10 after a supply delay—selling a unique T-shirt with UNO’s bull logo for $9.50 in sizes small to 3XL at the Milo Bail Student Center and online. Future flash sales are scheduled for October, November, December, February, March and April. The Gateway
- ➤ Silicon Prairie Startup Week 2025 will bring together entrepreneurs, investors and community leaders in Omaha and Lincoln starting September 27 and continuing October 6—11. The program features a 10 Hour Challenge in Lincoln and a pitch competition in Omaha with a $10,000 prize—events open to the public with sessions on Artificial Intelligence and talent recruitment. Grow Omaha
- ➤ Brookfield Properties sold the former Younker’s building at Westroads Mall to Dillard’s on September 5—Dillard’s will gut the vacant anchor space, add 32,000 sq. ft., and relocate its Oak View Mall store with construction starting immediately and an opening planned in 2027. The mall will also welcome a family-friendly retailer into the former Forever 21 space by Black Friday to boost occupancy to 98 percent. Grow Omaha
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Soybean farmers say they are worried as harvest nears because China has not yet ordered any crops—legislators from Nebraska and Iowa noted that ongoing tariff disputes have cut off this key market and pushed production costs higher. 3 News Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A report from the Buffett Early Childhood Institute shows that a childcare shortage is affecting over 4,000 children in the metro — families may soon struggle to find enough quality care. WOWT
- ➤ The National Merit Scholarship Corporation named 108 Nebraska high school students as semifinalists for the 2026 scholarship program after their 2024 PSAT scores were reviewed. Semifinalists must now submit detailed applications and additional test scores+finalists will be announced in February with scholarship winners chosen beginning in April. Omaha World-Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, Omaha held a ribbon cutting for its new Baby Bob pedestrian bridge — it connects to the Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge. Omaha World-Herald
- ➤ Nebraska Rep. Adrian Smith honored WWII veteran Donald McPherson—believed to be the last surviving ace fighter pilot and native of Adams—on Capitol Hill recently. He earned a Congressional Gold Medal and three Distinguished Flying Crosses before passing away at 103 in August. KETV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A new UNMC study found that one in three recovering alcoholics in early sobriety are in a danger zone for anxiety and depression and may risk relapse—researchers tracked 1,000 patients over six weeks and noted that about five percent had persistently high symptoms and severe PTSD or other mental health issues. KIOS
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The Arbour at Heartwood Preserve will unveil two model homes during the Street of Dreams tour from September 12-14 and 19-21—this upscale neighborhood covers 30 acres within a 500-acre development west of 144th Street between West Dodge Road and Pine Street. Grow Omaha
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Omaha Athletics raised a record $6.13 million during the 2024-25 academic year from 2,661 donors and grew its support by more than 170 percent over the past four years. The Mavericks will enhance game day at Baxter Arena with a new Daktronics centerhung display + video walls as they look forward to more championships and community service. University of Nebraska Omaha
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Simon Joyner Live Performance
8-9:30 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — Tickets online — Experience the underground sounds of Omaha’s renowned singer-songwriter, Simon Joyner.
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Nilüfer Yanya Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating sounds of London’s acclaimed singer-songwriter Nilüfer Yanya as she showcases her new album.
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Iniko Live Concert Experience
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — $ — Experience an exclusive music and poetry cypher with the genre-defying artist Iniko alongside a special meet and greet.
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The Outsiders Musical
1-2:30 p.m. — Orpheum Theater — Cost Info TBD — Experience the thrilling tale of friendship and self-discovery with a dynamic original score in this new Broadway musical.
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Leonid & Friends Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Holland Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating tribute to Chicago and Earth Wind & Fire by this viral sensation from Eastern Europe.
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Rickshaw Billie's Burger Patrol
7-9:30 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — Cost not specified — Experience a rock night where music breaks all barriers and brings freedom to the soul.
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Adam Melchor Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Reverb Lounge — Cost TBD — Experience the musical journey of Jersey's own Adam Melchor as he takes the stage in Omaha.
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Pert Near Sandstone Concert
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Slowdown — Ticket prices vary — Experience infectious energy as Pert Near Sandstone blends old-time instrumentation with contemporary vibes.
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Omaha Whiskey Fest 2025
1-5 p.m. — Hilton Omaha — Various ticket prices available — Experience a celebration of whiskey with tastings, local vendors, and live entertainment.
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Woofstock
10 AM – 2 PM — Turner Park — Free entry — Celebrate your furry friends with a dog costume parade, local vendors, and outdoor yard games.
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