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Omaha back-to-school 2026: Free backpacks Aug. 7–9, OPS enrollment and start dates
Find free backpack events in Omaha Aug. 7–9, OPS enrollment details and 2026 start dates for Omaha-area public school districts.
Eslabon Armado in Omaha tonight: Show time, tickets and parking
Eslabon Armado performs tonight at Steelhouse Omaha. Doors open at 7 p.m., tickets start at $65.20 and prepaid parking costs $15.
Douglas County Mails Early Voting Applications: Return One to Receive a Ballot
Douglas County voters must sign and return early voting applications by 6 p.m. Oct. 23 to receive a ballot by mail for the Nov. 3 election.
What Is the Minimum Wage in Omaha, Nebraska? $15 in 2026, With Youth Exceptions
Omaha’s standard minimum wage is $15 an hour in 2026. Nebraska law also allows $13.50 youth and training wages for some workers as a lawsuit over the city ordinance continues.
Seven Programa Delfín students present summer research at Bellevue University
Seven Latino students presented summer research in microbiology, leadership and creative thinking at Bellevue University’s Programa Delfín expo.
Nebraska to begin reviewing Medicaid work requirements July 31
Nebraska will begin reviewing Medicaid work requirements during certain renewals starting July 31. Some beneficiaries may have 30 days to submit information.