North Omaha History Podcast, Omaha History, South Omaha History

North Omaha History Podcast, Omaha History, South Omaha History


History of Racing in North Omaha

November 24, 2025

Places like Abbott Drive, McKinley Street, and up and down the big streets were popular with car racers for a long time. In today's episode Adam is going to explore the history of organizing racing in North O, including long-forgotten race tracks and more! Our thanks to our patrons: Sheryl English Marlo Ibarra Tony Rathgeber Don Goodrich Bridget Maryalice Matt Martin Michael Wagner Sarah Swanson Jeff Rockwell Barb Naughtin Lonnie (Hansen) Dunbier Tim Reeder Jenna Smith Dan Hedrick Richard Gude Daniel Ammons Sara Rogers Troy Lewellen Joanne Ferguson Cavanaugh Jim Collison and The Great Plains Black History Museum. The North Omaha History podcast is a volunteer effort, but you can help us meet expenses by becoming a patron for as little as $1 a month. Go to https://www.patreon.com/omaha