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Omaha businesses deal with lagging sales after the holiday
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The big bang of the fourth of July is over. However, while many people are enjoying the holiday, some businesses are dealing with the after holiday hangover. Valerie Couch has one customer in the chair, and no one else waiting. She tells us this is usually...
Lots of new development projects under way in West Omaha
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - There appears to be no end in sight for the expansion of West Omaha. It seems everywhere you look, another new business is opening. Jerimiah Watters is general manager of D1 Training that recently opened near 192nd and Blondo streets. “There’s obviously good and bad both...
Nebraska Humane Society reaches capacity for dogs, hosts adoption event
OMAHA, Neb. — The Nebraska Humane Society said it's reached capacity for dogs. Now, it's hosting an adoption event this weekend in hopes of making space. Their kennels are full of dogs of all shapes and sizes. CEO Pam Wiese said they've reached capacity because of a kennel cough...
Non-profit "Everybody Gets a Chance" levels the playing field in youth sports
Lincoln, NEB — Youth sports are an integral part of keeping our kids active while also helping to build leadership, social skills, and confidence. However, the cost of enrolling kids in team sports in addition to equipment can be a barrier that prevents many children from being able to participate. That is why Malachi Hopkins founded "Everybody Gets a Chance" a non-profit based in Lincoln to help serve those kids with performance training and mentorship.
Large tree falls on power lines, causing over 1,600 people to be without power Friday
OMAHA, Neb. — Omaha Public Power District said 1,669 customers were without power around 3:20 p.m. When crews investigated the cause, they found a large tree had fallen on top of power lines near 96th and Blondo streets. As of 5 p.m., OPPD said they have restored power to...
OPPD responding to northwest Omaha outage
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Omaha Public Power District crews were troubleshooting an outage Friday afternoon in the northwest part of the city. OPPD reported on its website that the outage, initially impacting 1,669 customers, happened when a large pine tree fell on top of a power line south of Blondo Street near 96th Street.
Kearney Catholic ready to pour concrete for new track, expecting late September opening
KEARNEY, Neb. — The shape of the new Miles Field complex at Kearney Catholic is starting to take form. The school broke ground on the $6.8 million renovation project in November. Construction crews have removed the trees on the north side, dismantled the bleachers and mapped out the new eight-lane track.
Events happening in and around Lincoln this weekend
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - If you’re looking for something to do this weekend in or around the Capital City, here are a few ideas courtesy of the Friday Fast Facts compiled by “Visit Lincoln.”. “REMEMBERING OUR FALLEN” FROM NEBRASKA. Open during Scheels store hours, Mon.-Sun.; Free event.
Chadron State Park Superintendent Leaving
After nearly 10 years serving Chadron at Chadron State Park, Superintendent Gregg Galbraith has decided it is time to move closer to home and take his talents to a new park. Starting in August, Galbraith will be moving to fill the Superintendent III position at Rock Creek Station near Fairbury.
Organizers planning 99th birthday celebration for Johnny Carson
Organizers are already making plans for a special birthday celebration for a long-time Norfolk legend. Johnny Carson would have been 99 this year and the Elkhorn Valley Museum, Faith Regional Health Services, the Norfolk Arts Center and the Northeast Community College Foundation are throwing him a big party. Libby McKay...
Adams County Jail still overcoming setbacks months after ribbon cutting
HASTINGS, Neb. – Opening delays for the Adams County Jail is causing frustrations for people involved in the years-long project, but there is an end in sight. The Adams County Justice Center in Hastings cut the ribbon on their new facility back on April 16. New benefits of the...
Greg McElroy Believes Legendary College Football Program Will Take A Big Leap In 2024
Nebraska was one of college football's premier programs from 1970-99, winning five national championships. The Cornhuskers won three national titles in four seasons under legendary head coach Tom Osborne but have failed to find the same success in today's age of college football. On a recent ...
Omaha district moving to post-flood recovery
OMAHA - The Missouri River remains in the moderate floods stage at Rulo on July 5. The river is forecast to fall below action stage on Sunday. The river crested two feet below major flood stage. On July 4, the Missouri River Water Management Division reported "higher-than-expected" crests of the...
‘Little Tornado’ family hosts neighborhood celebration
SIDNEY -- Sidney’s official celebration of the Fourth of July brought families together for a night of light and sound. Residents soon started their own show, including those only a short walk from Deer Run Park and the community fireworks display. Thursday’s celebration on Dawn Drive included a massive...
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