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Omaha
Tuesday, September 16th, 2025
Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, neighbors in Hanscom Park gathered for a Red’s Not Dead party that honored longtime Omaha resident Red Lampe—neighbors recalled his humor, community support and memorable advice to celebrate life now rather than wait until it is too late. WOWT
- ➤ Big Brothers Big Sisters has launched its 60 Men in 60 Days campaign to recruit 60 male mentors for over 100 children who face nearly a year-long wait. Emma Beebe said the program requires mentors to commit four hours each month for at least one year — with the campaign running from September 1 to October 31. KETV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Twin Peaks, a national sports bar chain, is returning to Omaha as construction progresses on its new 8,000 sq.ft. restaurant at 313 North 179th Street in Village Pointe West, set to open by year-end. The new location will serve a made-from-scratch menu and daily drink specials — replacing its former establishment on 173rd & West Center Road. Grow Omaha
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Omaha artist David Manzanares uses his Indigenous Mexican heritage—immigration experiences and being a father—to complete a colorful mural on the Center for Immigrant and Refugee Advancement building that shows migration, community, and transformation. He is working on new projects and plans to work with nonprofits to share his art. KETV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska’s general fund collected about $12 million more in tax receipts for August than forecast as individual income and sales taxes outperformed projections—state officials said corporate income taxes were significantly lower and more revenue was needed to close a $95 million budget gap. Nebraska Examiner
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mullen High School science teacher Sarah Hardin was named Nebraska Teacher of the Year for 2026 by the Nebraska Department of Education on Monday. She was surprised by the announcement in her Sandhills classroom—she will represent Nebraska on a statewide and national level during a yearlong commitment. Nebraska Examiner
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At the 1980 rodeo, cowboys rode bucking horses and bulls while an all-girl group competed in a calf catching contest that thrilled the crowd. Laurie Klein (#9) nearly caught a calf before it broke free and six girls finally succeeded — a memorable moment from that event. KETV
- ➤ The Omaha Mayor's Office is planning a celebration for local boxing champion Terence ‘Bud’ Crawford after his win over Canelo Alvarez Saturday night in Vegas—details will be announced soon. Mayor John W. Ewing, Jr. called Crawford a hometown hero and said the city will honor his historic achievement. KFAB
- ➤ Record crowds are expected tonight at CHI Health Center for an in-state volleyball match between Nebraska and Creighton, with the sold-out game set to challenge previous NCAA indoor attendance records. Fans are advised to arrive early—downtown construction is expected to cause heavy traffic—and the game will kick off at 6:30 p.m. CT while airing on Fox Sports One. Nebraska Public Media
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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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