By Andrew Coughlin, OMAHA, Neb. – When the tornado sirens went off on the afternoon of April 26, 2024, many residents of Elkhorn had only minutes to seek shelter. By the time the skies cleared, much of the eastern town was unrecognizable. An EF-4 tornado with estimated wind speeds of 175 miles per hour had
By Madelyn Gau, ASHLAND, Neb. – Space dreams take flight at the Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum, where a new interactive exhibit is transporting visitors from the Midwest to the final frontier. A Hands-On Journey Into Space It’s one small step through the museum doors, and one giant leap into the world of astronauts.
A Riverfront transformation years in the making By Peighton Yoakam, OMAHA, Neb. — What was once a stretch of barren concrete along the Missouri River is now one of Omaha’s most popular family destinations. Since breaking ground in late 2020, the Discovery Playground at Lewis & Clark Landing has undergone a dramatic transformation — and
Pickleball court at the Midwest Pickleball Club in Papillion, NE By Grace Huffstetler, OMAHA, Neb. — Nebraska welcomed its first dedicated indoor pickleball club in Papillion this past month. Midwest Pickleball Club officially opened its doors March 7 after being in development for two years. The facility features 14 indoor courts, a full-service coffee shop,
By Abigail Gocek OMAHA, Neb.- The United States Postal Service, or USPS, offers the citizens of the United States a free service in which to receive mail. Article 1 Section 8 of the United States Constitution gave congress the right to establish post offices and post roads in which to deliver mail. Earlier this year,
One adoptable dog stands guard at the door (Photo/Mare Pritchard) By Mare Pritchard, OMAHA, Neb. – For decades now, Pit bulls and other members of the bully breed have been receiving negative backlash. There is an ongoing stigma that bully breeds are aggressive, dangerous and violent, however, dog rescues like Bullies-N-Beyond are working to eliminate
By Sean Keating, OMAHA, Neb. — A massive sinkhole on 16th Street in downtown Omaha has remained unrepaired for three months, forcing pedestrians into traffic and resulting in injuries from unexpected falls. This hazard underscores a broader issue—the city’s aging infrastructure. On March 25, the American Society of Civil Engineers released its highly anticipated 2025
By Davion Scott-Bell, OMAHA, Neb. – A groundbreaking health initiative is taking shape at Benson High School in North Omaha, and it’s set to transform how students and families access care. Benson High’s new health facility brings essential services to students, families, and the community. A new 10,000-square-foot, two-story health facility is now open on
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
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