Omaha brewery makes push to change current liquor law
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A local brewery is suing Nebraska over what kind of alcohol it can serve. Inside Big Grove Brewery in Omaha, you will find a typical bar atmosphere. Bartenders, taps, food, televisions and more complete the ambiance. However, if you try to order a margarita, you will...
Omaha, NE Fire Weather Alert Monday: Winds 30 MPH, High Risk
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Omaha, NE – Residents across much of Nebraska are being urged to use extreme caution outdoors Monday as very high fire danger conditions develop, raising concerns that any fires that start could spread...
Today in History – Feb. 8: Award-winning actor Nick Nolte born in Omaha
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - On this day in 1941, actor Nick Nolte was born in Omaha. Nolte began his career in theater productions before landing his breakout television role in the miniseries “Rich Man, Poor Man” in the 1970s. He earned a Primetime Emmy Award for that performance.
Court date set for Bud Crawford’s careless driving trial
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A trial date has been set for a charge regarding Terence “Bud” Crawford’s traffic stop. Court documents say Crawford’s trial is set for April 13th. Crawford entered a plea of not guilty on Dec. 5. According to Omaha Police, a car was...
Pickleball tournament tackles student lunch debt in Sarpy County
Neighbors got active Saturday morning, playing against each other while working toward the same goal: helping pay down the $175,000 student lunch debt shared across Sarpy County school districts.
Ribbon Cut On State Patrol Troop ‘A’ Headquarters in Omaha
The Nebraska State Patrol Troop "A" office in Omaha is in a new location, and the ribbon has been cut. It's now at 7200 World Communications Drive near the intersection of Interstate 680 and 72nd Street. The new office consolidates NSP Troop A operations, including the Patrol Division, Carrier Enforcement...
Greater Omaha Chamber Announces Brain Gain Initiative with Mayor Ewing
The Greater Omaha Chamber released its 2025 Annual Report this week and unveiled the findings of two major new reports: the Brain Drain and Perception Study and the Future Ready Workforce Study, conducted in partnership with Lightcast and DCI. Together, the findings underscore a defining reality for the region’s...
Colleagues host spaghetti feed to support Bennington teacher in need of heart transplant
BENNINGTON, Neb. (WOWT) — “She’s one of the most caring individuals I’ve ever met.”. Special education teacher at Bennington South Middle School Mindy Andrus is recovering from open heart surgery and awaiting a potential heart transplant. Andrus, who previously beat breast cancer, developed new unrelated heart...
Malvern man arrested following a pursuit in 2 western IA counties
(Harlan, IA) – A man from Mills County was arrested Friday night following a pursuit that began in Shelby County and ended with a crash in Pottawattamie County. The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office reports a traffic stop on a speeding vehicle was attempted at around 9:30-p.m, Friday on Highway 59 in Shelby County near...
8 Old-School Restaurants In Nebraska Where The Steak Is Out Of This World
Looking for amazing steak restaurants in Nebraska that have stood the test of time?. These 8 legendary steakhouses offer mouthwatering cuts and unforgettable dining experiences!. 1. Brother Sebastian’s (Omaha) Walking into Brother Sebastian’s feels like stepping into a medieval monastery, but with much better food....
