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Nebraska State Fair 2026: final weekend tickets, free parking and hours
Nebraska State Fair runs through Sept. 7 in Grand Island. See ticket prices, free parking, hours, concerts, Fiesta Latina and Labor Day deals.
Omaha to celebrate Mexican Independence Day with El Grito at Gene Leahy Mall
Omaha’s official El Grito ceremony happens at 9:35 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, at Gene Leahy Mall, led by Consul Jorge Ernesto Espejel Montes.
Omaha Restaurant Week returns Sept. 11 with 3-course dinners from $20
Omaha Restaurant Week runs Sept. 11–20 with three-course dinners priced at $20, $30, $40 or $50 at participating restaurants.
Nebraska offers energy-bill and air-conditioning help through Aug. 31
Nebraska LIHEAP can help eligible households with cooling bills and some air-conditioning costs through Aug. 31. See income limits and phone numbers.
Nebraska will mail $120 Summer EBT cards Aug. 27
Nebraska will mail $120 Summer EBT cards Aug. 27. Delivery may take 10 business days, and the benefits will expire Dec. 27.
Academia Latinos Unidos offers new adult computer classes in Omaha
Academia Latinos Unidos offers adult computer classes in Omaha, from basic skills to internet and email use, with laptops available for students.
