Good morning, Lincoln.

Lincoln Children's Zoo asks locals to vote for a name for its female Matschie’s tree kangaroo born last year.

Vote for one of four names until Thursday, Mar. 5 (11:59 p.m.); the winning name will be displayed at the zoo beginning Mar. 7 with the official announcement on Mar. 16.

Union Pacific crews began rebuilding a century-old railroad bridge in west Lincoln after an unattended campfire caused a fire that led to its collapse earlier this week (near Pinnacle Bank Arena on Westgate and Sun Valley boulevards) while the investigation into possible arson continues.

Union Pacific’s Big Boy No. 4014 departs Cheyenne on March 29 for a coast-to-coast tour celebrating America’s 250th anniversary with 27 whistle-stops in four western states, including a stop in Lincoln on April 9.

Public display days occur in Roseville (April 10–11) and Ogden (April 18–19).

Lincoln Board of Education approved a two year contract on Tuesday that raises salaries for 3,700 educators by 4.2 percent for 2026-27 and 4.25 percent for 2027-28 while adding special education incentives and paid parental leave; the deal passed by a six to one vote and updates compensation & benefits.

A Nebraska Medical Cannabis Commission hearing was held Thursday in Lincoln to review proposed emergency rules that would limit THC to 5 grams every 90 days & 40 milligrams per dose and require in-person doctor visits.

Advocates say the changes could make access harder for rural and disabled patients.

Columbus-area farmer Norman Lux underwent a first-of-its-kind heart valve procedure at Nebraska Medicine in Lincoln earlier this week and will soon return to work.

Dr. Eng used the BATMAN technique to restore blood flow without open-heart surgery, offering patients a new option after previous procedures.

Food Bank of Lincoln issued a recall warning on Thursday for Great Value Cottage Cheese distributed through mobile food sites + partner agencies.

Recipients are urged to discard the product immediately.

Lincoln Northeast won a Class A-6 girls basketball semifinal against Norfolk 48-39 at Ed Johnson Gym on Feb.

25 (key fourth-quarter baskets secured the win) and will face Omaha Westview at 5:30 p.m. today in the district championship.

Nebraska Athletics named five-time national champion Liz Sowers as the first head flag football coach at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (her twin Katie Sowers will be associate head coach).

They will join from Ottawa in June, and the varsity team will debut in spring 2028.

No. 12 Nebraska rallied in the second half to win 74-61 over Maryland on Wednesday evening (Braden Frager scored 21 points and grabbed eight rebounds) and will begin a two-game road trip on Saturday against USC.

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.

Shakedown Strings Live Performance

9 PM – 3 AM — Zoo Bar — $10 — Experience the vibrant sounds of Shakedown Strings as they celebrate the music of the Grateful Dead with a mix of jazz and improvisational flair.