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Iowa Rock'n Roll Music Association Hosting Rock4Vets Concerts

(Arnolds Park)--The Iowa Rock ’n Roll Music Association will host three Rock4Vets concerts across Iowa in November to honor military veterans through live music, community partnerships, and special tributes. Veterans will receive free admission with a valid military ID. The series will visit Red Oak on November 7th, West...

Arnolds Park, IA · 10d

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Downtown Omaha streets reopen as streetcar project progresses

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The city is reopening several streets near the Old Market this week as the streetcar project moves along. 11th Street south of Harney reopened Monday along with 16th Street between Howard and Harney. Crews also removed traffic control measures on Farnam between 11th and 13th. Business...

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Omaha mayor talks brain drain, public safety in first of four planned town halls

Omaha Mayor John Ewing shared several ongoing city initiatives at a town hall held Monday evening. The wide ranging conversation touched on economic development, young professionals and public safety. “When you have economic development, when you have a safe city, you can create new opportunities,” Ewing said to the attendees...

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Gov. Pillen Requests Federal Disaster Declaration for Flood Damaged Counties

LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen has requested a federal disaster declaration due to severe flooding that occurred Sept. 30 through Oct. 6. The request for public assistance applies to the following counties: Douglas, Fillmore, Lancaster, Saline, Sarpy, Saunders, Seward and Thayer. Those counties sustained damage to water control...

Lancaster County, NE · 10d

KMTV 3 News Now

Historic Papillion public works building transformed into 4 new townhomes

Papillion's former public works building has been converted into 4 new townhomes in one of the city's first TIF redevelopment projects.

Papillion, NE · 11d

WOWT

Iowa officials report boost in early voting turnout

COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa (WOWT) - For the first time since 1968, Iowa has an open seat for U.S. Senate and governor. County election officials believe the races are driving more people to the polls. Pottawattamie County officials said early voting turnout is up from the last midterms, with one week...

Council Bluffs, IA · 10d

kmaland.com

Mills County board discusses interim engineer agreement with Fremont County

(Glenwood) -- Mills County officials discussed potentially sharing the county's engineer with Fremont County on an interim basis. At its regular meeting Tuesday morning, the Mills County Board of Supervisors met with Fremont County Supervisors Chair Clint Blackburn to discuss potentially sharing the services of Mills County Engineer Jacob Ferro on a short-term basis. Blackburn says the request comes as current Fremont County Engineer Dan Davis is set to retire within the next week.

Mills County, IA · 10d

KMTV 3 News Now

Nebraska Gov. Pillen's reelection campaign earns 3 law enforcement endorsements

Gov. Jim Pillen's reelection campaign has received an endorsement from multiple Nebraska law enforcement organizations.

Nebraska · 11d

kcsifm.com

Montgomery County Board Approves Five-Year 28E Agreement with Iowa DNR

Montgomery County Board Approves Five-Year 28E Agreement with Iowa DNR. The Montgomery County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a five-year Intergovernmental (28E) Agreement with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources at its October 27 meeting. The agreement (ID 26ESDWQBDWATT001) covers the county’s public health sanitarian, who handles well testing and...

Montgomery County, IA · 10d

midwestmedicaledition.com

Omaha Invites Residents to Roll Up Sleeves for We Give Blood Day

Every two seconds, someone in the United States needs blood. From cancer patients and trauma victims to mothers experiencing complications during childbirth, donated blood saves lives every day. However, many hospitals face ongoing shortages. On Oct. 30, community members are invited to help meet that need during We Give Blood...

Omaha, NE · 9d

WOWT

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Former state employee changes plea

The state’s former executive director of the Liquor Commission has struck a plea deal on federal charges of extortion and fraud.

Omaha, NE · 9d

Western Iowa Today

Gov. Reynolds issues disaster proclamation for Harrison County to activate Federal Highway Administration funding

(Des Moines) On Monday, Governor Kim Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation for Harrison County following severe damage to highways and federal-aid routes from storms that began on September 29, 2026. The proclamation is effective immediately and remains in place for 30 days unless terminated or extended. The governor’s proclamation activates...

Harrison County, IA · 11d

KMTV 3 News Now

Abandoned Westmont Inn torn down after years-long fight: 'Glad it's gone'

Abandoned Westmont Inn torn down after years-long fight: 'Glad it's gone' A long-abandoned hotel near 108th and L is finally rubble after a years-long fight. Hear what neighbors are saying.

Omaha, NE · 12d

KMTV 3 News Now

ELECTION 2026: Riepe, Knorr make the case to voters in NE legislative district

State Sen. Merv Riepe and Christy Knorr make their cases to voters in Nebraska's 12th Legislative District --- discussing the electoral system and affordability.

Omaha, NE · 10d

WOWT

Omaha business owner pushes mayor for earlier path to trades

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Mayor John Ewing Jr. held a town hall Monday night, updating residents on public safety, affordable housing and small business opportunities. Dupree Seavers, owner of Black Power Redevelopers, raised concerns about access to the trades and city contracts for small businesses. Business owner wants earlier access...

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Bellevue's 'Scare Away Hunger' food drive aims to restock pantry shelves

Bellevue's "Scare Away Hunger" food drive is collecting donations through Nov. 2 to restock the food pantry. Donors can win a big-screen TV.

Bellevue, NE · 10d

Nebraska Examiner

U.S. Navy veteran, retired manufacturing executive face off in Legislative District 36

GRETNA — Voters of Legislative District 36 will choose between a retired U.S. naval officer and a retired manufacturing executive to represent one of the fastest-growing areas of the state. State Sen. Rick Holdcroft, the Republican incumbent with a 28-year military career, wants to resume a quest for a safe haven “baby box” law, while […]

Nebraska · 11d

thereader.com

Omaha tapped for Bloomberg housing initiative

Omaha is one of up to 30 cities selected for a new nationwide housing initiative, Mayor John Ewing announced Monday. The city is set to get between $450,000 and $750,000 in funding and technical expertise from Bloomberg Philanthropies. “We are committed to creating more affordable housing in Omaha,” Ewing said...

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The Cool Down

A Nebraska father asked for DHHS records — then got a $976,264 bill, and a 2076 date

DHHS said Safranek's original request would require 26,017.5 hours of work by three employees.

Nebraska · 13d

WOWT