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Omaha residents meet with Mega Saver about concerns over new store
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - It was a meeting of minds between neighborhood residents, the city, and a convenience store chain at UNO Tuesday. Mega Saver is set to put in a new location where Fuddruckers used to stand near 72nd and Dodge streets, and that has some people concerned about what that will bring.
Popular bar and grill closes west Omaha location 'to focus on expansion'
OMAHA, Neb. — A popular bar and grill announced the closure of its west Omaha location, saying it wants to "focus on expansion." Zipline Brewing Company will close its doors at the South 203rd location on April 30. We want to thank everyone who came to our West Omaha...
Mega Saver moving into old restaurant near Omaha central library, Crossroads, concerning homeowners
OMAHA, Neb. — A new Mega Saver gas station and convenience store is getting ready to move into the former Fuddruckers at 72nd and Dodge near the Elmwood Park neighborhood in Omaha. Dozens of homeowners brought their concerns about traffic and alcohol sales to gas station and city officials...
'It is vital': North Omaha YMCA launching revitalization projects to impact members, greater community
OMAHA, Neb. — The YMCA of Greater Omaha announces a big investment in not only their gym, but the larger community. The Butler Gast YMCA gymnasium will re-open in mid-May, thanks to a private donor taking on the project. It's not the only thing coming the YMCA’s way for...
Folk legends Indigo Girls bring nostalgia to Nebraska
Folk rock duo Indigo Girls performed at The Astro on April 16 in Omaha. Anishinaabe singer Annie Humphrey from the Leech Lake Indian Reservation opened. The Indigo Girls is a duo of Amy Ray and Emily Saliers, who met in elementary school. Their iconic song, “Closer to Fine,” was featured in Greta Gerwig’s 2023 film “Barbie.” Their 2020 album, “Look Long,” is their 16th studio album.
Don't 'Lose Control' when R&B and country singer-songwriter Teddy Swims performs in Council Bluffs this fall
COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa — R&B and country singer-songwriter Teddy Swims will be taking over Stir Cove this fall. Related coverage in the video above: Other country singers coming to Omaha area. The "Lose Control" singer will perform alongside Freak Freely on Sept. 12. This content is imported from Twitter....
Omaha South High School students show off fresh designs and new creations at dress rehearsal for fashion show
OMAHA, Neb. — Omaha South High School students were strutting their stuff on the runway Tuesday. It was a dress rehearsal for their big fashion show Wednesday. South High is the only school in the state with a four-year fashion pathway. Around 200 students in the program will show...
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