Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of September.
Good morning, Omaha.
UNO invites Mavericks and community members to mark 25 years since 9/11 with two events on campus today.
A flag memorial (in the Pep Bowl) honors lives through Sept. 14 and a StairMaster climb in the North Weight Room runs from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Henry Doorly Zoo announced the birth of the first blue-eyed black lemur twins to Wiig and Hiddleston, which can be seen at the Hubbard Expedition Madagascar exhibit.
Zoo officials say the twins' sex and names will be revealed later.
Residents in Omaha metro can enjoy a weekend lineup of activities including memorial tributes for Sept.
11, musical shows at Omaha Community Playhouse, live comedy and art exhibits across various venues. Many events offer free admission or require tickets, so planning ahead is recommended + details vary by location.
Criss Library has opened Affordable Content Grants for UNO faculty to convert courses to low or no-cost materials (grants range from $1,500 to $12,000).
Applications must be submitted by Friday, Oct. 16, and chosen applicants will be notified by Friday, Oct. 30.
UNO faculty use the Criss Library open textbook program to publish free textbooks through the Pressbooks platform.
The 2021 program now features 10 texts used by courses from California to Canada — with more under development.
Omaha Public Schools has proposed an 8.2-cent property tax levy increase to cover a $50.6 million state aid shortfall caused by a miscalculation and funding cuts.
The board will vote on the budget on Sept. 21 & some residents worry about the rise in taxes.
Nebraska scientists linked Nepal's major flood to climate change by noting that rapid glacial melt and rising temperatures are driving hotter days here.
Omaha residents - with loved ones in Nepal - are urging more discussion on how these changes are connected.
The Omaha City Planning Board approved a permit for a new aquatics center planned for an empty lot near 108th and Blondo.
The facility is set to feature a 50-meter competition pool, an endless pool, and seating for 1,200 spectators for swim lessons and weekend meets.
MUD crews shut off gas meters for about 100 homes in central Omaha after a gas outage affected residents from 69th and Burt streets up to 70th Street (Western Avenue).
An Omaha woman marks two milestones in her cancer journey today by celebrating her remission anniversary as well as another key moment.
Her experience reflects important dates in her ongoing recovery.
Nebraska high school football is on track this week with a Monster Matchup between Gretna and Gretna East, as KETV tracks scores and schedule.
Fans can follow updates via KETV NewsWatch 7.
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