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Des Moines woman wins $500,000 Iowa Lottery prize
DES MOINES, Iowa — Is this heaven? No, it's Iowa. But for one recent Iowa Lottery winner, the two may as well be one in the same. Melissa Runnels of Des Moines took home a $500,000 prize, the 11th top prize in the Iowa Lottery's "$500,000 CA$H" scratch game. She purchased her winning ticket at Git N Go (1307 Army Post Rd.) in Des Moines.
DHHS: Second anniversary of the 988 lifeline
LINCOLN — July 2024 marks the second anniversary of 988, the three-digit suicide prevention and mental health crisis national lifeline. 988 provides a direct connection to care and support for anyone experiencing a suicidal, substance use, and/or mental health-related crisis, or any form of emotional distress. This free and confidential mental health resource is available 24/7 to anyone experiencing a mental health-related crisis.
Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo announces millionth visitor of 2024
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A six-year-old girl from Elkhorn is the Henry Doorly Zoo’s millionth visitor for this year. Jane Davis arrived shortly after 9:30 a.m. with her younger brother and grandparents, who are members of the zoo. Tom and Shayla Hansen, grandparents, have been bringing their friends and...
Offutt AFB Air and Space Show returning to Omaha
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Offutt Air Force Base is gearing up for a major event -- happening for the first time since 2018. The “Defense of Freedom Air and Space Show” is returning to Omaha on August 24th and 25th. Visitors can expect performances from the famous Thunderbirds,...
KETV's 'Voices of Gen Z' adds Heartland regional Emmy to growing list of award wins
OMAHA, Neb. — KETV’s Voices of Gen Z: The 2023 KETV Teen Summit has won a Heartland Emmy for Best Interview/Discussion – Long Form Content. This is the third major award the show has received. It was previously honored with a RegionalEdward R. Murrow award and a Celebration of Service to America Award from the National Association of Broadcasters Leadership Foundation.
Omaha man accused in fatal rollover crash pleads ‘no contest’
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A case for an Omaha man accused in a deadly crash near the Interstate 80-480 interchange in April has now moved to district court. David Kauai, 35, was initially charged in Douglas County Court with motor vehicle homicide by way of willful reckless driving and fleeing to avoid arrest; with a bond set at $500,000. He pleaded “no contest” on Thursday to motor vehicle homicide and with the operation of a motor vehicle to avoid arrest resulting in death.
'Big Brother' recap: Makensy and Quinn get superpowers and new twist is revealed -- Plus who became HoH? (SPOILER)
Big Brother featured Makensy Manbeck and Quinn Martin learning their superpowers, the first Head of Household competition, and a game-changing twist regarding the HoH's nominations during the Season 26 episode that aired Sunday night on CBS. Big Brother's third episode picked up where Thursday night's broadcast had left off, with...
Elkhorn Pool closes following vandalism
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The Elkhorn Pool is temporarily closed after broken glass was found on the property. City of Omaha Pools made the announcement Monday afternoon. Staff at the pool must now drain, clean, and refill the pool before opening again. They said that this process takes several days...
Omaha City Council agenda notes for July 23
No. 6: Mayor Jean Stothert will presents her proposed budget to the council. A public hearing is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 13. No. 24: Council may vote on the purchase of three Mutual of Omaha parking garages at a cost of $52.23 million. No. 33: Designation of Fire...
Basha High School set to welcome Millard South of Omaha, NE to open the season
Written by Sports360AZ intern Eric Matsumoto. Basha High School will begin its 2024 football season on August 30 at home against Millard South, marking the first time a Nebraska high school team has played a regular season game in Arizona. Millard South head coach Ty Wisdom knows the area well,...
Black Tire has the Bike Seats for RAGBRAI
RAGBRAI kicked off yesterday as the riders left Glenwood and took off for Red Oak. The first day was 41.9 miles and the elevation is 2,435 feet. Roger Heatwole is a local biker and has done RAGBRAI nearly 10 times. He talks shares why he keeps doing RAGBRAI year after year.
Quiet Weather Pattern In Omaha/Council Bluffs Area Continues
The meteorologists at the Omaha National Weather Service Office in Valley say the weather into the new week is staying pretty consistent. They say there could be spotty showers Monday and Tuesday, then dry and warm conditions Wednesday through Friday, and temperatures into the lower 90s for the weekend. (Pictures...
Bellevue University's Dr. Lisa McKee Honored as Global Game Changer 2024
Bellevue University’s Dr. Lisa McKee has been selected to be among The Global Game Changers 2024, a recognition selected by the Editorial Board of Passion Vista. A special gala will take place for the few selected individuals across the globe Oct. 4 in Bangkok, Thailand in the presence of celebrities, sports icons, business leaders and many more.
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