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On Thursday, Ashland, Nebraska, will go full country with the Country Drive Music Fest. Presenting fans with four days of nothing but country hits, good food, and hopefully great weather, the festival promoted artists like Blake Whiten, DJ Grant Fisher, Hudson Westbrook, Koe Wetzel, and more. But when needing a headlin

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The Omaha Homicide Support Group is available for family members dealing with the loss of a loved one. The group has supported families for the last five years and is open to any family member affected by a homicide. Monthly meetings in Omaha. The group meets...

The 4th of July is almost here, and that means it's time for backyard barbecues, patriotic parades, and dazzling fireworks! We've rounded up the best fireworks shows and Independence Day celebrations happening around the Omaha area so your family can plan a fun-filled holiday. Whether you're looking for a spectacular f

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A housing bill moving through Congress could affect more than monthly mortgage payments. One provision would limit large investors from buying single-family homes, a change supporters say could matter in Omaha as first-time buyers face competition for affordable homes. Housing market remains compet

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Last week, two children ages 5 and 1 were helped by Project Harmony after a murder-suicide near Lake Cunningham. On Monday, the same story. This time, Project Harmony says a 4 year old was assisted after a shooting in Papillion. “Any event like this can be...

A hole formed under a vacant building and Farnam St. in Blackstone neighborhood is impacting nearby businesses as city crews work to address the damage

The University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) is partnering with local health departments in Central Nebraska to survey residents about ongoing needs following wildfires that burned in March 2026 and to provide free water quality testing.

Old-school burger joints do not need to explain themselves. The room usually does it first. Tables stay full. Regulars know the rhythm. Someone walks in already thinking about the exact burger they came for. Changing the order would feel almost disrespectful. Since 1965, this small Nebraska spot has built the...

Omaha's largest Juneteenth parade was postponed to Aug. 15 after lightning forced a cancellation and scheduling conflicts ruled out an earlier date

Three years later, LSU's unbelievable 68,888-shot performance still sits atop the leaderboard.