Good morning, Omaha.

Visitors at the Papillion haunt saw a glowing skeleton walking his dog and a demon baby covered in spiders in the graveyard near 105th Avenue and Schram Road—blue–green lights highlight the eerie display as part of 31 Days of Halloween.

UNO held its sixth annual Wear Black, Give Back from noon Oct.

8—Oct. 9, raising a record $1,402,216 with 6,726 gifts that surpassed its goal and unlocked a $350,000 matching gift for scholarships. Supporters rallied behind the campaign, which marked the first time the fundraising effort exceeded $1 million.

Omaha Mayor John Ewing wrote a letter to metro-area school district leaders on Wednesday to introduce a new protocol for major building products and permit applications.

The guidelines require school districts to include scheduled start dates for students and staff and mandate inspections 90 days and 30 days before the start—ensuring a safe environment for all.

With the government shutdown dragging on, Nebraska seniors on Medicare now face uncertainty in accessing telehealth as the required cost waivers have not been renewed by Congress.

Nebraska Medicine will continue offering telehealth visits today but patients must soon choose between in-person appointments or bearing unexpected charges—adding financial pressure to their care decisions.

Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers filed a lawsuit against the Omaha Public Power District for its plan to convert the North Omaha Coal Plant from coal to natural gas by 2026.

The suit argues the change contradicts public power law—risking grid reliability and driving up costs for ratepayers.

Degree Wellness will open its first Nebraska center in Whispering Ridges near 172nd & West Maple Road at 17229 Evans Street, where a 2,000 sq ft space will offer sauna and cold plunge therapies and other wellness services.

A new $17.5 million health care workforce center will be built on the historic South Omaha Livestock Exchange campus by OneWorld Community Health Centers.

The final beam was signed Thursday — the project will expand behavioral health services, create a workforce training center, and offer child care for staff.

Amelia Rosser of Sheelytown Market on 10th Street in Omaha shared fall landscaping tips and advised homeowners to let plants grow before replanting them so they have time to settle before spring.

She also recommended using native Nebraska plants to improve soil and boost the ecosystem.

Nebraska football coach Matt Rhule said the Huskers practiced with wet-ball drills to get ready for rain in tomorrow's game against Maryland.

He noted that player Malcolm is doubtful and added that the team is working to set up a focused travel plan—aiming to play smart in wet conditions.

Creighton basketball enters a new era as the men's team welcomes nine new players and the women's team brings in seven fresh faces amid large roster changes this season.

Head coaches Greg McDermott and Jim Flanery said both teams will work hard to keep the tradition alive — promising competitive games ahead.

A-Cross America Relay 5K Walk for Life! (free)

Meet at the Omaha Planned Parenthood at 9am for prayer and then a 3 mile walk with the big "REMEMBER The Unborn" banner. All In Christ for Pro-Life!

Molly Tuttle Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Slowdown — Tickets from $60 — Catch the talented Molly Tuttle for an evening of incredible live music.

Lewy Body Dementia Care Partner Conference

8 AM – 3 PM — Scott Conference Center — Cost not specified — A valuable gathering for care partners supporting individuals with Lewy Body Dementia.

Omaha Men's Soccer vs. UTRGV

7-10 p.m. — Caniglia Field — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting college soccer match on the pitch in Omaha.

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.

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.

Arson City Live in Omaha

7-8:30 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — Ticket prices vary — Experience Arson City’s electrifying performance in an intimate venue filled with rock energy.

MWTCA Tool Meeting - Area D

— MWTCA Tool Meeting — — Disabled American Veterans Center — — Connect with fellow tool enthusiasts and share your passion.

Arcy Drive Live

8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — VIP packages available — Enjoy an intimate evening with Arcy Drive featuring acoustic sets and a pre-show Q&A.

Elevation Worship Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center — Ticket information available — Experience an unforgettable night of inspiring Christian music with Elevation Worship and pastor Steven Furtick.