By: Josue Garcia, Reporter After the completion of the Gene Leahy Mall in July, Omaha’s riverfront development continues its second phase of construction at the Heartland of America Park. In 2023, The Heartland of America Park will open its doors to a A Skate Ribbon in the Downtown area. The privately-funded attraction is just a small
By: Faith Staskiewicz, Reporter PLATTSMOUTH, Neb. – Tracy Weaver, owner of Recovery Room Interiors in Plattsmouth, works day to day without worry that he might lose staff; this is because he has figured out how to run his business in a way that prevents the short staffing issue. “The culture here is you get to do
By: Madison Bonin, Reporter OMAHA Neb. – Veteran’s Day was last Friday, November 11th. There were many events happening on and around campus to honor those who have served. UNO’s military connected resource center honored those who served this past Thursday and Friday with an event they had never done before. Assistant Director of the military
Add big sparkle to your season thanks to the dazzling array of fun happening throughout the city. From beloved traditions to festive events, Omaha makes it easy to infuse this time of year with joy and memories thanks to a handful of mainstay celebrations that families and more look forward to year after year. Get
From savoring stacked Reuben sandwiches and stellar ramen to strolling one of the nation’s best zoos, Omaha is a must-see Midwest charmer. In the mid-1850s, Omaha’s reputation as a stop for pioneers migrating to the coast earned it the nickname “Gateway to the West.” Since then, the city has grown into Nebraska’s largest metropolis —
By: Devin Holcomb, Reporter Omaha, Neb. – Don Bacon has won the midterm election. However, The Omaha News was able to interview both Vargas and Bacon before the final ballot was counted about how their campaigns went. Both candidates are grateful for all their supporters and this is what Vargas and Bacon had to said
By: Lindsay Tague, Reporter OMAHA, Neb- Baxter Arena is home for many of UNO’s sports teams, and it’s always so full of Maverick pride. An extension of that pride plays through the upbeat music provided by the Maverick Machine, UNO Athletics resident pep band. Under the direction of Dr. Joshua Kearney. “It’s a super fun
By: Mike Dart, Reporter OMAHA, Neb- The Omaha Area has increasingly become a hub for student filmmakers. The process to produce full feature length movies is difficult to navigate for newcomers to the industry. Metro Community college student Ben Watts began production for his movie The Plague in late October this year and is expected to wrap
Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is pleased to offer free gate admission to all active and retired military members, veterans, and their immediate families on Veterans Day, Friday Nov. 11. Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium will be open on Friday, Nov. 11, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Zoo grounds and buildings close at 5 p.m. with the exception of the Lied Jungle, which closes at 3 p.m. This is the thirteenth year that Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium has honored veterans with free admission. Source
What’s so funny you might ask? Find out at the 9th Annual Comedy Night at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium. With a cocktail in hand for this adult 21 and older event, join comedian Nick Hoff for a roaring good time at two shows on Friday, Nov. 11, and Saturday, Nov. 12. New this