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OWH Column: Library staff list favorite true crime books
OPL staff have recommended their favorite true crime books of the last decade for you to find your next chilling read.
ASRS Makes Room for Expanded Programs at Library in Omaha
Architectural Record October 9. 2026: This article features information about the automatic storage and retrieval system at Central Library.
Omaha by Design Announces Recipients of 2026 Laurels Awards
Grow Omaha October 1, 2026: This article features information about Central Library receiving a Laurels Award from Omaha by Design.
OWH Column: National Library Card Sign-up Month
This column, featuring some of OPL staff's favorite library resources appeared in the September 27, 2026, edition of the Omaha World-Herald.
OPL gets more money which could mean shorter waits for books
OWH September 20, 2026: This article features information about the increase in OPL's materials budget.
Library unveils Midwest Lit Fest
This column, featuring information about the first Midwest Lit Fest, appeared in the Sept. 13, 2026, edition of the Omaha World-Herald (NE).
New Omaha Central Library proves a draw for regulars
August 9, 2026 OWH: This article features information about Central Library's role in the community since opening.
Omaha Public Library offers free workshops for community
September 2, 2026 WOWT: This video features information about Repujado Metal Workshops at OPL for teens.
Omaha Public Library's Midwest Lit Fest takes flight
September 2, 2026 KETV: This video features information about the annual Midwest Lit Fest OPL is hosting in 2026.
OWH Column: Connect with authors at OPL this fall
This column, featuring information about upcoming author events, appeared in the August 30, 2026, edition of the OWH.
Two Anchors, One Bet
August 21, 2026 Midlands Business Journal: This article features information about Central Library and the City of Omaha's Growth Strategy.
OWH Column: OPL recommends coming-of-age graphic novels
This column, featuring some of OPL staff's favorite coming-of-age graphic novels appeared in the August 16, 2026, edition of the OWH.
The Omaha Reads initiative announces its 2026 book selection
August 5, 2026 KETV: This video features information about the 2026 Omaha Reads book.
Real estate conference recognizes $158M Omaha library
August 3, 2026 Nebraska Examiner: Omaha's new library will receive the top "Summit Award" at the CRE Summit.
OWH Column: Bite-Sized Book Recommendations
This column, featuring some of OPL staff's favorite books under or around 200 pages appeared in the August 2, 2026, edition of the OWH.
Omaha Public Library hosts free circle weaving class
July 28, 2026 KETV: This video is about the Accessible Art event where patrons of all ages and abilities made circle weaving art.