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Omaha
Sunday, November 16th, 2025
Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 16th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A local church in Omaha is hosting the 'ThankFULL Food Drive' today from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Family Room Vineyard Church to give nearly 200 boxes of Thanksgiving food that include staples such as mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, stuffing, and turkey on a first-come, first-served basis. KETV
- ➤ In Omaha, three boulevards — Florence, Lincoln, and Central — formed a vital road system that linked local parks until the early 1910s. Omaha World-Herald
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The UNO Association of Latino American Students and the Salsa Club hosted Wild Baile on Nov. 13 at the Milo Bail Student Center Ballroom where students danced salsa, bachata, and merengue while wearing cowboy boots and hats. President Anibal Chan Perez organized the event (designed to celebrate Latino culture) to bring joy to the community. The Gateway
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, more than a dozen new paramedics joined the Omaha Fire Department after completing intensive training at Creighton University—boosting the city's emergency services capacity. WOWT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Dawson Cowan made 32 saves on Saturday night - Omaha Hockey earned their first shutout of the season with a 2-0 win against Minnesota-Duluth. The performance improved their record to 5-5 while all five wins came against ranked teams. University of Nebraska Omaha
- ➤ Creighton volleyball stayed unbeaten in Big East play after sweeping Seton Hall on Saturday in Omaha — Maeder, Martin, and Damrow led the team with multiple aces and strong serving runs that kept the game in CU's favor. The Bluejays will face Marquette at noon on November 22 in Milwaukee during the Big East Tournament. KETV
- ➤ The Omaha men’s basketball team won its first 2025-26 season game by defeating Southern Utah 90-85—marking a milestone—by raising banners after the win. WOWT
- ➤ Omaha Volleyball lost a five-set game to North Dakota State on Saturday night — the team was reverse swept after winning only one set while freshmen led the offense. The Mavericks will host Kansas City for their final home match on Tuesday at 7 p.m. University of Nebraska Omaha
- ➤ Omaha Men's Basketball won a thriller 90-85 game against Southern Utah Saturday at Baxter Arena, marking their first season win. Senior Tony Osburn led with 27 points—including nine in the final 1:55—while Grant Stubblefield added 16 points, six assists, six steals and five rebounds to help the team overcome a deficit. University of Nebraska Omaha
- ➤ As temperatures drop, Omaha-area ice rinks have opened for the 2025 season with scheduled skating sessions available online. UNMC has upgraded its rink with a new canopy—donated by Ruth Scott—and added a soft walking surface, stone stairs, and a new speaker system. KETV
- ➤ Nebraska's men's basketball team came back from an early deficit to beat Oklahoma 105-99 in Sioux Falls on Saturday, with Pryce Sandfort scoring a career-high 28 points — extending their winning streak to eight games. They will play New Mexico on Thursday at 6 p.m. in Kansas City — a contest in the Hall of Fame Classic. KETV
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Open the Mind: Mental Health & Creative Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Spielbound Board Game Cafe — Free entry — Explore the intersection of mental health and creativity through engaging activities and discussions.
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Concordia Bulldogs vs Omaha Mavericks Men's Basketball
12-1:30 p.m. — Baxter Arena — Ticket prices vary — Witness an exciting basketball showdown as the Concordia Bulldogs take on the Omaha Mavericks.
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CSU Bakersfield Roadrunners vs. Nebraska Omaha Mavericks Women's Basketball
1-4 p.m. — Baxter Arena — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling college basketball showdown featuring the Roadrunners and Mavericks.
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A Christmas Carol
1:30-12:30 p.m. — Omaha Community Playhouse — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless tale of Ebenezer Scrooge's holiday transformation in this beloved annual production.
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TREES WITH EYES Concert
8-11 p.m. — Slowdown — Tickets available — Immerse yourself in a captivating musical journey with TREES WITH EYES and their evocative lyrics.
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Electronic Music Night with Tape B
7:30-9 p.m. — Steelhouse Omaha — Check for ticket prices — Experience the fresh sounds of Tape B, blending old-school dubstep with modern hip-hop vibes.
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Algernon Cadwallader Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Slowdown — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of indie rock with Algernon Cadwallader in Omaha.
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PWP Wrestling Superstars Event
8 PM — The Waiting Room Lounge — Tickets from $10 — Experience the excitement of PWP Superstars live in Omaha.
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Honestav Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Admiral Theater — Tickets available — Experience the vulnerable and candid songs of Av Freeman, a breakout artist known for profound storytelling.
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Satchel Grande Live
7-11 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — $15 — Enjoy a lively performance by Satchel Grande in an all-ages setting.
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