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New York Times Cooking, free with your Omaha library card
KIOS November 2, 2026: This interview is about different cooking resources patrons can get with their library card.
KIOS and Omaha Public Library launch Off the Shelf
KIOS October 26, 2026: This interview is about the launch of the new Off the Shelf partnership between KIOS and Omaha Public Library.
Six months at the new Central Library
KIOS October 26, 2026: This interview looks at the first six months of Central Library.
OWH Column: OPL celebrates Halloween & Spooktacular events
This column, featuring some spooky events and haunting reads happening at OPL appeared in the October 25, 2026, edition of the OWH.
More than Books: Inside Omaha's New Central Library
October 13, 2026 Omaha Magazine: This article features information about Central Library and its offerings.
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.