Derided and deemed an ‘eyesore,’ Omaha’s Mr. Strikeout served his country

A pedestal that once held a statue in Omaha's Elmwood Park. But where did the statue go?<br/>It disappeared after a war of words...and a world war, too.

October 27, 2023Updated: October 27, 2023

By News Channel Nebraska

State

Walmart call determined to be 'swatting' incident

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Sports

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Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Spring shotgun turkey season opens

April 18th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Bighorn sheep regular lottery applications begin April 20

April 11th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: NGPC offering pastures, hay tracts to those affected by wildfires

April 4th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Work to begin soon on Smith Lake WMA Aquatic Habitat Project

March 28th 2026, 6:34 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Game and Parks urges caution when recreating outdoors due to wildfires

March 22nd 2026, 3:26 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Temporary closure of Clear Creek WMA for safety

March 15th 2026, 6:17 AM UTC