Morning
Omaha
Saturday, November 1st, 2025
Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 1st of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lutheran Family Services is collecting winter wear in Omaha to help those in need as cold weather approaches. They are accepting all sizes of clothing to ensure the community is prepared for the coming chill. Omaha World-Herald
- ➤ Residents in Omaha and the metro area are joining forces to fight food insecurity after SNAP cuts reduced benefits for many families — they are organizing food drives and outreach programs to ensure local households have access to meals. WOWT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Dundee Bank held a groundbreaking ceremony earlier this week for a new branch office under development at Regency Landing, located northeast of Interstate 80 & Pacific Street. The bank already operates offices in Dundee, Blackstone, Benson and Little Bohemia. Grow Omaha
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Two Omaha filmmakers — local dreamers — turned the city into a Christmas movie set, and the film will debut nationwide next week to show our hometown in a festive glow. WOWT
- ➤ The documentary 'Blue Baby' is streaming now on Amazon Prime Video — it follows eight boys through their highest highs and lowest lows at Boys Town to show viewers life there. Grow Omaha
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ College of Saint Mary in Omaha is launching a women's flag football program in spring 2026—head coach Nancy Javaux-Major, with a strong USA Football background, will lead the Flames as they aim to boost local interest in the sport. The new program will also explore ways to create scholarship opportunities for athletes. KETV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Omaha’s mayor’s office and local homelessness agencies announced Friday a six-month pilot program to reduce homeless encampments by offering an electronic reporting system, a public dashboard and prioritized access to shelters and housing—an effort aimed at balancing community needs with public safety. The initiative will connect vulnerable residents with essential services and help create a more compassionate response to the growing crisis. Nebraska Public Media
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ University of Nebraska Omaha has launched its Blueprints for Pangea chapter to improve access to medical supplies in nearby rural communities. Co-founded by Amina Hussain and Abigail Lauder, the group held its first meeting on Oct. 27 and will use a university grant contest to fund home supply visits. The Gateway
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The first round of Nebraska high school football playoffs began on October 31 as teams competed for a chance to play in the State Championship Game at Memorial Stadium—this phase marks the start of a season-long battle for state supremacy. WOWT
- ➤ The Marian girls golf team repeated as NSAA Class A state champions by winning 33 strokes over Westside while junior Lucy Peterson, who finished fifth and served as captain, helped the team with her strong focus; the team will look to win another title next season. WOWT
- ➤ The Omaha Supernovas announced their 28-match schedule for the upcoming 2026 Major League Volleyball season; the team will open at home on January 8 at CHI Health Center against San Diego Mojo with nine new players and returning standouts debuting under two Olympic medalist head coach debuts—one for the Supernovas and one for the Mojo. The schedule stresses weekend games, with ten of the 14 home matches on Friday through Sunday while start times and promotion details will be released later. Grow Omaha
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Soulful Sounds in Omaha
6-8 p.m. — The Omar — $30 — Experience a vintage-inspired evening of music and comedy with a modern twist from Acute Inflections.
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Willow Avalon Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of soulful music with Willow Avalon, a talent from rural Georgia inspired by gospel and country.
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Talib Kweli Live
8-9:30 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — Ticket prices vary — Experience the lyrical brilliance of one of Hip Hop's most insightful artists.
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Joshua Radin Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — VIP packages available — Experience an intimate evening with singer-songwriter Joshua Radin featuring a pre-show event and Q&A.
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North Dakota Fighting Hawks vs. Nebraska Omaha Mavericks Hockey
4:59-7:59 p.m. — Baxter Arena — Ticket prices vary — Witness a thrilling college hockey matchup between the Fighting Hawks and Mavericks.
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The Movement Live Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Slowdown — Ticket prices vary — Catch The Movement as they bring their alternative-reggae vibes and new album 'Visions' to Omaha.
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Matched Speed Dating Event - Omaha
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Corkscrew Wine & Cheese — $40 ($10 for members) — Engage in fun mini-dates and meet new singles while enjoying a cozy atmosphere.
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Prairie Python Meetup
5:30-7 p.m. — Improving — Free entry — Connect with fellow Python enthusiasts and explore coding solutions together.
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Ariel Pink Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — Ticket information available — Experience an evening of pop music with Ariel Pink at a beloved local venue.
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Ledisi: The Crown Tour
8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — Steelhouse Omaha — Tickets available — Experience the soulful sounds of Ledisi live in concert.
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