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Sunday, October 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 5th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Girls Inc. broke ground on its new South Omaha Center at 2108 L Street behind South High School and began a campaign to raise the final $2.7 million for the $35 million project—The new Emma Lozier Center will cover 36,000 sq. ft. and serve 300 girls. Grow Omaha
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ FNBO closed on its acquisition of Country Club Bank of Kansas City this week and now has 30 area locations, including 10 in the city & the deal brings together two family owned banks with deep regional roots. The transaction, first announced in May, strengthens FNBO’s presence in both Omaha and Kansas City. Grow Omaha
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A giant yard in Elkhorn hosts a Halloween display with a pumpkin Mickey Mouse archway and a googly-eyed skeleton that brings festive fun to families. The exhibition is part of a 31-day event in October—featuring one new home each day. KETV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UNO’s College of Business Administration kicked off its Fall 2025 Capstone Cup on Oct. 3 in Mammel Hall, where graduating students form teams to solve real business strategy challenges for local clients — the teams will present their pitches on Nov. 7 and compete for a champion title on Dec. 5. The Gateway
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska football will host Michigan State on Saturday in Lincoln as both teams, coming off a bye week, look for their first Big Ten win—coaches expect a close game with unseasonably warm weather setting the stage. KETV
- ➤ Omaha Volleyball lost to North Dakota State in four sets with a final score of 3-1 on Saturday. The team will next face South Dakota at 12 p.m. CT on Oct. 11 at Baxter Arena. University of Nebraska Omaha
- ➤ Nebraska returned from its bye week with a home victory over Michigan State — Dylan Raiola led the team with key plays. The win marked a strong resume to their season as the program looks to build momentum in upcoming contests. KETV
- ➤ At H&K Pool on Saturday, Omaha's Swimming and Diving teams beat Rockhurst while freshman Nathan Frette set new school records in the 1-meter and 3-meter diving events with scores of 356.90 and 357.35—both earning NCAA Zone Qualifier status. The men's team scored 159 points and the women's team 167 as several athletes reached top finishes in their events. University of Nebraska Omaha
- ➤ Omaha Men's Soccer lost to Kansas City on Saturday after a goal by Jeremy Francou in the 25th minute ended the match 1-0 — they managed only two shots in the first half. The Mavericks will return to Caniglia Field on October 11 at 2:30 p.m. CT to face Summit League newcomer UMass. University of Nebraska Omaha
- ➤ Nebraska’s volleyball team swept Rutgers 25—17, 25—15, 25—16 on Saturday night at Jersey Mike’s Arena before a record crowd of 8,000, marking its fifth consecutive sweep—The Huskers improved to 14—0 overall and will host Washington Friday at the Devaney Center. KETV
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Cursive Live Performance
6:30-9 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — $25 ADV / $30 DOS — Experience Cursive's unique performance of two iconic albums in one night.
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Zoso - The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Slowdown — Tickets required — Experience the legendary sounds of Led Zeppelin brought to life by the acclaimed tribute band Zoso.
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Blippi Live Show
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Orpheum Theater — Photo Experience available — Create lasting memories with your children as you meet Blippi on stage and take photos together.
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Terence Blanchard Quintet Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Kiewit Hall At Holland Performing Arts Center — Tickets from $35 — Experience the vibrant sounds of jazz with Terence Blanchard and his quintet.
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Molly Tuttle Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Slowdown — Tickets from $60 — Catch the talented Molly Tuttle for an evening of incredible live music.
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Marc Cohn Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Holland Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Marc Cohn performing live in Omaha.
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Creighton Bluejays Women's Volleyball vs. St. John's Red Storm
6-8 p.m. — Ryan Athletics Center and D. J. Sokol Arena — VIP tickets available — Experience thrilling collegiate volleyball action with premium seating options.
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