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Hole opens up in Omaha street, block to be closed for two weeks
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Some Omaha residents took to social media Tuesday night to bring to light a big hole that had opened up in the middle of a city street. Officials said that one block of North 33rd Street — from Cass to Chicago streets — will be closed for the next two weeks due to a “street compromise.”
59-year-old inmate dies Sunday at Omaha hospital
OMAHA, Neb. — A 59-year-old inmate died Sunday at a hospital in Omaha, according to the Nebraska Department of Corrections. Douglas Dowding was serving a 43- to 50-year sentence sentence at the Omaha Community Corrections Center for kidnapping and first-degree sexual assault in Douglas County and theft and possession of a controlled substance in Sarpy County.
Omaha Summer Arts Festival to end after 50th anniversary event this year
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The upcoming Omaha Summer Arts Festival will be the last one. Officials announced Tuesday that the 2024 installment — which is the 50th anniversary — will mark the end of the festival. “While it was a difficult decision, it is ultimately a good time...
Festivals, fairs, and more around Omaha metro this summer
OMAHA, Neb. — Summertime brings more things to do as the days grow longer and warmer. KETV has put together a guide to festivals, fairs, and other fun things happening around the Omaha area during the coming hot months. June. Bellevue Rocks!. What: Three-day music festival featuring carnival rides,...
La Vista Days summer kickoff celebration to be held this weekend
LA VISTA, Neb. (WOWT) - La Vista’s annual tribute to the summer season returns this weekend, complete with a new, but familiar name. La Vista Days, returning to the event’s original name, is set for Friday and Saturday, May 31 and June 1. Friday events include a free concert at The Astro featuring Nirvana and Journey tribute bands. Tickets for entry to the amphitheater are required and may be obtained online. The day will wrap with a fireworks and drone show from Central Park.
Camenzind Twins commit to Nebraska
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Hannah and Lauren Camenzind announced their commitment to Nebraska Softball via social media on Monday, May 27, 2024. The Camenzind’s are twin sisters who both played at Arkansas before hitting the transfer portal. The Camenzind Twins are originally from Valley, Nebraska, and played High School...
Last-surviving member of Omaha's Memorial Day ceremony pays tribute to fellow founders
OMAHA, Neb. — Veterans and Gold Star families gathered for the Memorial Day service at Memorial Park. The final founding member hopes the service, which started in 1997, means as much to a new generation. Ask anyone what today means, and you'll get a different answer. "Just a chance...
Omaha’s Standing Bear Lake still swollen, residents still finding ways to enjoy
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Barricades blocked the new boat ramp at the flooded Standing Bear Lake Saturday. However, that didn’t stop some people from going out on rafts, paddleboards, or simply wading into the water. “We came because of the floating bridge,” Jessica Banther said. “That was the main...
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