Hidden World War II memorabilia By Paxton DeVault, OMAHA, Neb. – The Durham Museum will host its annual lecture presented by The Institute for Holocaust Education on March 26th. During The Week of Understanding, the Durham offers workshop and survivor testimonies that are designed to deepen the understanding about the Holocaust. Local community members are
By Jade Thornton, OMAHA, Neb. – Throughout April, the Nebraska Science Festival will host events across the state aimed at connecting Nebraskans with science in practical, accessible ways. From public demonstrations to educational panels and family-friendly activities, the festival’s approach emphasizes participation over promotion. Science Outside the Classroom First held in 2013, the festival was
Google Fiber’s Omaha Office is situated in the Ashton Building, Millwork Commons, having opened on March 6th By Henry Talacko, OMAHA, Neb. – Omaha residents are beginning to see more options when it comes to choosing an internet service provider. For years, many residents have had few choices for high-speed internet. That’s changing with new
A packed room of viewers watched Omaha City Council District 2 candidates answer questions during a primary election debate at Assembly of the Saints church on March 12, 2025. Andrew Smith/The Omaha News By Andrew Smith, OMAHA, Neb. – A group of young community organizers hosted an Omaha City Council District 2 primary debate in
By Andrew Coughlin, OMAHA, Neb. – As summer temperatures rise, so do concerns about the uneven way heat is distributed across Omaha. Experts say a growing number of neighborhoods are experiencing what’s known as the urban heat island effect—a phenomenon where certain parts of the city become significantly hotter than surrounding areas due to human
By Grace Huffstetler, OMAHA, Neb. – There’s a common misconception that homeschooled students lack opportunities to socialize. However studies suggest they socialize just as well as their public school peers. Homeschooling has grown steadily over the past decade. According to the Nebraska Department of Education, over fifteen thousand students were homeschooled in the state last
By Abigail Gocek OMAHA, Neb.- The National Association of Women in Construction, or NAWIC, supports women within the industry. A largely male-dominated field, there are about 1.2 million women totaling 14% of workers within the construction industry, according to CONEXPO CON/AGG. Construction sign Outside the construction site of the new Central Library at Dodge Street
Set in a future world where no one ages, there are no animals and precious few plants, Fleur Fortuné’s dystopian sci-fi drama “The Assessment” follows isolated scientists Mia (Elizabeth Olsen) and Aaryan (Himesh Patel) as they endure an arduous, week-long, and ultimately absurd government-mandated test, led by the wildly unpredictable assessor Virginia (Alicia Vikander), designed
Here’s how you know you’re having a bad night: Your boss dies under questionable circumstances during a State Dinner at the White House, and everyone around you is certifiably out of their minds. The President and his family: unhinged. The President’s unelected advisor: vain and shady. The staff: suspicious. The Australian contingent, including rumors of
Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium and Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park have once again claimed top national honors in the 2025 USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, securing first place in every category for the third year in a row. Best Zoo – Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium (Third consecutive win) Best