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Omaha
Tuesday, December 9th, 2025
Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 9th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Sensory Santa event at Omaha Children’s Museum offers a calm setting for children with autism, with Santa trained to respond to unique cues—over 400 families registered to join this community support initiative organized by Autism Action Partnership. WOWT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bob Dylan will kick off the next leg of his Rough and Rowdy Ways tour in Omaha this spring, drawing music fans to the local event. Omaha World-Herald
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ At a public forum today, Omaha leaders and business experts discussed a growing brain drain from weak job growth — noting that boosting wage rates, affordable housing and transit improvements is key to keeping skilled residents in town. Nebraska Examiner
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UNO’s Academic Advising Council named Academic Advisor Corbyn Ayer Advisor of the Month for November at a recent council meeting. Ayer, praised for her leadership in advising at the College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences (CEHHS), received a certificate and gift card for her dedication. University of Nebraska Omaha
- ➤ Four graduating College of Business Administration students were crowned Capstone Cup champions during finals on Dec. 5 at Marvin and Virginia Schmid Auditorium — the competition showcased strategic solutions for climate consultancy Verdis Group after months of team presentations. The Gateway
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Omaha City Council will soon vote on an ordinance to create a Hotel Occupation Tax Reinvestment Program that lets developers use guest tax revenue to offset costs for new upper-upscale hotels near cultural attractions + public comments are scheduled next week. Grow Omaha
- ➤ Military Road in northwest Omaha is closed for maintenance, causing travel disruptions for local residents and businesses (detours are in place) as officials work on a revised traffic plan. WOWT
- ➤ Omaha announced winners of its 2025 snowplow naming contest. Snowbi Wan Kenobi and Big LePlowski, chosen from preapproved winter themed submissions, will clean streets later this season and can be tracked through the city's snowplow tracker. KETV
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ An aspirational $103 million project is planned along Saddle Creek in midtown Omaha. The project will begin with a 138-unit apartment complex and renovation of the building housing the Family Fare store at 820 N. Saddle Creek. Omaha World-Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The University of Nebraska football team hired defensive coordinator Rob Aurich last week to replace John Butler as it looked to boost its coaching staff. Aurich joined from San Diego State + his hiring is expected to bring renewed energy ahead of the upcoming season. KIOS
- ➤ Omaha Women's Basketball is set to face No. 24 Nebraska at 7 p.m. CT today and Western Illinois at 1 p.m. CT on Saturday as nonconference play nears its end (17th trip along I-80). University of Nebraska Omaha
- ➤ UNO Athletics received $67.5 million in private funds to build a new training facility, clubhouse, locker rooms and sports medicine areas; construction is set to begin in 2026 for eight sports programs. The project aims to boost team revenue and strengthen campus-community ties. WOWT
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50th Anniversary of A Christmas Carol
7-10 p.m. — Omaha Community Playhouse — Ticketed event — Experience the heartwarming journey of Ebenezer Scrooge in a beloved holiday tradition.
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Michael Charles Live Performance
5:15-8:15 p.m. — The B. Bar — Ticket prices TBA — Experience the legendary Michael Charles as he continues his musical journey with lively blues performances.
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Holiday Cheers with Résonance
5-6:30 p.m. — Nosh Restaurant and Wine Lounge — Ticket price varies — Celebrate the holidays with food, drink, and music by your Omaha Symphony.
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Parenting During the Holidays: Omaha Edition
2:30-4:00 p.m. — Jewish Community Center of Omaha — Inquire for costs — Gain practical tips for joyful parenting during the holiday season.
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Rain - A Beatles Christmas Tribute
7:30-9 p.m. — Orpheum Theater — $83 — Experience the festive magic of The Beatles with a holiday twist at this unique tribute performance.
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PWP Wrestling's Candy Cane Chaos
8 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — Tickets start at $10 — Enjoy an exciting night of independent professional wrestling at PWP's festive event.
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A Magical Cirque Christmas
7-8:30 p.m. — Orpheum Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting blend of circus performances and Christmas nostalgia.
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Mocktails and Mixes Workshop
5-8 p.m. — No More Empty Pots Food Hub — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of relaxation with mocktails, music, and fun games in a community setting.
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Christmas at Zen West
9 AM – 12 PM — Zen Coffee Company West — Exclusive drinks and cookies available — Meet Santa while enjoying festive cocoa and cookie flights.
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Omaha Street Dog Coalition Clinic
10-11 a.m. — Timberlake Outreach Center — Free service — Monthly veterinary care for pets of people experiencing homelessness.
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