Fareway’s Kollasch Named Nebraska’s Best Bagger
Austin Kollasch of Fareway Store No. 215 in Omaha once again has claimed the top spot at the annual Nebraska Best Bagger Contest, hosted by the Nebraska Grocery Industry Association. The event took place Oct. 7 at Tiburon Golf Club in Omaha, drawing a crowd of nearly 100 supporters. The...
Florence neighbors reflect during final weekend of local grocery store
The Dollar Fresh Market at State and 30th in Florence is set to close Monday — the second neighborhood grocery to shut down this year. Longtime customer Katrina Adams says the store was more than a place to shop — it’s where she connected with neighbors and filled her prescriptions.
Johnny Carson’s 100th Birthday Tribute Set for Oct. 23 at the Lied Center
Nebraska’s favorite late-night legend is getting the celebration of a century. The Lied Center for Performing Arts will host “Carson Tonight: Johnny’s 100th Birthday” on Thursday, Oct. 23 at 7:30 p.m., marking what would have been Johnny Carson’s 100th birthday with a one-night-only tribute to the King of Late Night.
The Breakfast Burrito At This Nebraska Diner Is So Good, You’ll Want It Daily
Harold’s Koffee House in Omaha serves a breakfast burrito that has achieved legendary status among morning meal enthusiasts across the Cornhusker State. You might think you know what a breakfast burrito should be, but Harold’s is about to completely rewrite your understanding of this seemingly simple dish. This...
Bond set for Omaha man charged in fatal crash that killed woman
Crash victim calls for safety improvements on dangerous Saunders County road. The road’s edge drops off six inches or more in some areas, creating a hazardous lip that can catch vehicle wheels. Updated: seconds ago. With the government shutdown dragging on, circumstances are getting more dire for people on...
Avoca man charged with attempted murder following alleged standoff
AVOCA, Iowa — An Avoca man was arrested and charged with several felonies, including attempted murder, following an alleged standoff with authorities Thursday evening. According to the Pottawattamie County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were alerted of a person injured during a shooting in Avoca around 8:12 p.m....
The No-Frills Cafe In Nebraska Locals Swear Has The State’s Best Ham Sandwiches
Sometimes the most extraordinary food experiences happen in the most ordinary-looking places, and FarmHouse Cafe & Bakery in Omaha is living proof that you should never judge a sandwich by its cover. In a world of flashy food trends and Instagram-worthy plating, there’s something deeply satisfying about a place that...
Retired Army officer sentenced for sharing ‘top secret’ information on a dating app
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT/Gray News) - A retired Army officer with “top secret” clearance at the United States Strategic Command was sentenced in federal court for conspiring against the government. Authorities said retired U.S. Army Lt. Col. David Franklin Slater worked in a classified area of STRATCOM, located at...
Ralston furniture store offers tariff-free shopping alternative
RALSTON, Neb. (WOWT) - While furniture shoppers face rising prices due to tariffs on imported goods, one local showroom is offering an alternative that keeps costs down and quality high. Out of the Box, a furniture showroom in Ralston, specializes in high-end reclaimed furniture, décor and original art from local...
Free dental care provided to Nebraska veterans and spouses
YUTAN, Neb.— On September 26 and 27th, many veterans, spouses, and surviving spouses passed through the Nebraska National Guard Titan Readiness Center near Yutan to receive free dental care. This was Nebraska’s third Veterans Mission of Mercy Dental event. The free care was estimated to be worth more than...

















