Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of October.
Good morning, Omaha.
More than 150 animals await adoption at Nebraska Humane Society during its Halloween event — dogs over 31 lbs and cats are adoptable for $31 until October's end.
The shelter accepts walk-ins weekdays noon to 7 p.m. and weekends 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Local podcaster Josh Kangley (host of Keeping the Light On) is finishing his long walk from Omaha to Lincoln today at Duggan’s Pub to honor missing Regina Bos, whose case remains unsolved for 26 years.
He aims to raise awareness for Nebraska Missing Persons Day.
Youth Emergency Services is hosting its 17th Dance for a Chance fundraiser this Friday night in Omaha to raise funds and awareness for homeless youth.
Donations are accepted through Friday, Oct. 23, and community leaders will team with dance instructors to present routines — vote-only tickets let supporters join from home.
American Midwest Ballet presents 'Momentum' (7:30 p.m. today and 2 p.m. Sunday) at the Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center in Council Bluffs.
Scary Acres, a long-standing local attraction, opens its 33rd season this weekend with three haunted attractions — Master’s Castle, House on the Hill and Haunted Woods.
Guests can expect a fun, spooky experience that keeps this Omaha tradition alive.
At UNO, student archivists at Criss Library and the Samuel Bak Museum are preserving historical records and building skills for future careers.
The program connects students with local history (a rare, hands-on learning experience), guiding them towards meaningful work.
Douglas County health officials reported 50 confirmed (Influenza A) cases last week and more cases in the first 10 days of the month than in any of the past nine Octobers.
Experts urged residents to wash hands often and stay home when sick.
This weekend, thousands of runners will participate in the Market to Market Relay from Omaha to Lincoln.
The race starts at 5 a.m. at Seymour Smith Park with waves every 20 minutes until 9 a.m. and teams will finish in Lincoln’s Haymarket from 1:15 to 8:45 p.m.
Nebraska will play Oregon in a late-night game on Saturday at 10 p.m. CT in Eugene (the Huskers are 5-1) as Oregon will miss starting QB Dante Moore and may see former Husker QB Dylan Raiola start.
Nebraska high school football held exciting week 8 games on Thursday and Friday night — featuring Papio vs. Elkhorn North and Westside vs. Papillion-La Vista South with scores and highlights available on Operation Football.
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