Morning
Omaha
Sunday, October 12th, 2025
Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 12th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, the fifth annual Wag-O-Ween event took place at Shadow Lake Towne Center where Muddy Paws hosted its largest fundraiser of the year + urged local residents to adopt rescue dogs instead of buying pets. The event featured a dog costume contest, pumpkin painting and crafts for kids, making it a memorable day for families celebrating Halloween. KETV
- ➤ Omaha Mayor John Ewing Jr. and community leaders held a rally yesterday at the University of Nebraska Omaha where over 1,000 students and families joined after-school activities to urge lawmakers for more funding for youth programs—organizers said the event showcased enrichment opportunities and safe spaces that help children stay focused. KETV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ An Omaha yard haunt near 79th Street and Bauman Avenue shows a graveyard with tombstones naming Freddy Krueger, Jason Voorhees, Michael Myers and other horror icons—skeletons move beneath a large, hypnotic figure. It is one of the displays in the 31 Days of Halloween celebration that will run each day this month, with the best time to visit being at night. KETV
- ➤ The inaugural Heartwood Fall Fest in Omaha featured giant pumpkin carving — ice sculptor Matt Seeley carved pumpkins into unique faces and shapes. Omaha World-Herald
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The annual Susan G. Komen walk held Saturday in Omaha raised over $450,000 to support cancer research, treatment and education. Organizers said the funds will help improve local cancer care and research. WOWT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Creighton's volleyball team swept Villanova with set scores of 25-8, 25-15, and 25-23, with early blocks and aces building a strong lead. The team will host St. John's on Oct-17 at 6 p.m. as they continue their season. KETV
- ➤ Nebraska defeated Maryland 34—31 in a nail-biting game that moved the Huskers one win from bowl eligibility. Quarterback Dylan Raiola passed for 260 yards with four touchdowns and three interceptions as key plays by Kenneth Williams and Dan Key helped secure the victory. KETV
- ➤ Omaha Men's Tennis ended its fall season at the ITA Regionals last Saturday — redshirt sophomore Pavan Uppu won his consolation round match over Nebraska's Henry Bilicic before his team was eliminated in later rounds. The main-draw players Christian Trevey and Bryan Kuntz and the doubles team of Trevey and freshman Anthony Scheglowski won an early match but did not advance further. University of Nebraska Omaha
- ➤ Omaha Men's Soccer drew 1-1 with UMass on Saturday at Caniglia Field after junior forward Italo Jenkins scored early from a feed by graduate midfielder Yoshiki Igarashi and UMass equalized in the 83rd minute on a set piece finish. The Mavericks will play UTRGV on Tuesday at 7 p.m. on the Summit League Network—adding a crucial non-conference matchup to their schedule. University of Nebraska Omaha
- ➤ Saturday night at Baxter Arena, No. 20 Minnesota State earned a 4-1 win over Omaha Hockey—scoring two power play goals in the final 31 seconds—to split their series. Omaha will host UMass on Oct. 24 as part of their upcoming homecoming weekend. University of Nebraska Omaha
- ➤ QB Dylan Raiola told teammate Dane Key 'Let's go make plays, and let's go score touchdowns' before the Maryland game—he later took full accountability for his three interceptions as Nebraska won with a game-winning touchdown. KETV
- ➤ Nebraska Volleyball swept Washington for the sixth straight time (a notable win) and coaches said the victory boosts the team's confidence — a strong sign for upcoming matches. The win extended the team's winning streak this season. WOWT
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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MWTCA Tool Meeting - Area D
— MWTCA Tool Meeting — — Disabled American Veterans Center — — Connect with fellow tool enthusiasts and share your passion.
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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.
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Cervical Spine Seminar
9 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Omaha School of Massage Therapy — Early bird pricing available — Deepen your understanding of addressing neck pain through specialized techniques in this hands-on workshop.
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