Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 22nd of February.
Good morning, Lincoln.
On Saturday, dozens plunged into Holmes Lake at 23°F to support Special Olympics Nebraska by collecting pledged donations while sporting fun costumes and showing team spirit.
St. John the Apostle Catholic Church is hosting its annual fish fry for Lent in Lincoln, with doors opening at 4:30 and volunteers beginning work early.
The event, celebrated for 19 years, features fish, mac and cheese, fries and desserts for everyone.
Dr. Robert Ballard’s new exhibit at the Kiewit Luminarium tells how his 1985 Cold War mission used a submarine hunt cover to locate Titanic.
The exhibit runs through April 26 and shows science and history with artifacts (appealing to visitors aged 7 to 97).
Lincoln residents face higher monthly trash bills as rising landfill fees, recycling costs and other expenses push up service charges — a trend driven by increased operational costs.
Susanne Shore, Nebraska’s former first lady, is running for an Omaha seat on the University of Nebraska Board of Regents to promote innovative academic support and boost work-study opportunities.
The crowded race includes a May 12 primary and a Nov. 3 general election.
LTU announced portions of three Lincoln streets will close starting Monday, Feb.
23 for fire hydrant, sanitary sewer and utility work, with detours in place (affecting bus routes). Additional closures on 40th Street will occur Wednesday, Feb. 25 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Pryce Sandfort scored a career-high 33 points in Nebraska’s win over Penn State on Saturday.
He broke the single-season 3-point record as the Huskers improved to 23-4 at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln.
The Nebraska School Activities Association (NSAA) released district pairings for Class A girls basketball tournaments in Lincoln.
Lincoln North Star is set as the top seed for the A-1 bracket and Lincoln Southwest leads A-7, with play-in games starting Tuesday, Feb. 24 and finals scheduled through Friday.
Local high school wrestlers earned state medals Saturday at the NSAA Boys State Wrestling Tournament, with North Platte wrestlers leading and others from St. Pat’s and Sutherland also winning honors — the season closed with several teams celebrating their achievements.
Spring Flag Football Preseason Training for Grades 1-6
6-9 p.m. — Park Centers Indoor Facility — Early registration fee applies — Get ready for the spring season with preseason training and a complimentary shirt.
Ricky Chilton with Steady Wells
9 p.m. — Duffy's Tavern — $12 ADV | $15 DOS — Country rock with a wry smile from a unique artist born in a Ford Bronco.
Time to Paddy 5k/10k & Lucky 13.1
8-11 a.m. — Holmes Lake Park — Registration fees apply — Kick off the day with a festive run to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Lincoln.
The Rocket Men
2-6 p.m. — Lied Center for Performing Arts — Ticket purchase available — Experience the top concert pick in Lincoln with Angels Theatre Company.
Harlem Globetrotters Performance
7-8 p.m. — Pinnacle Bank Arena — Tickets from $37 — Experience the entertaining antics and incredible basketball skills of the world-famous Harlem Globetrotters.
Lincoln Southeast Choir Fundraiser
6-9 p.m. — Zoo Bar — Tickets starting at $23.10 — Enjoy an evening of music and community support for the Lincoln Southeast Choir.
Acoustic Friday at Saro Cider
5:30-9 p.m. — SARO Cider — Free entry — Start your weekend with live music and locally-made ciders in downtown Lincoln.
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