Good Day
Lincoln
Sunday, March 8th, 2026
Good morning, Lincoln. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Railroads once held nearly one-sixth of local land, a change sparked by checkerboard land grants, bold advertising, and new rail lines that turned open prairie into small towns across the region. Lincoln Journal Star
- ➤ Lincoln Children’s Museum hosted its Winter Game Village exhibit Saturday with Olympic gold medalist Curtis Tomasevicz, figure skater Holly Kubicek, and the Lincoln Junior Stars giving children a hands-on look at winter sports and Olympic gear (including bobsled equipment and a sock skating session). KOLN
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Early construction work has begun today on a long-awaited critical minerals mine in southeast Nebraska; state and local officials started digging during a briefing and the project is expected to boost local industry in coming months. Lincoln Journal Star
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ After seven years without the trip, Kearney fourth-graders will resume their annual tour of the state Capitol in Lincoln to bolster their classroom lessons in Nebraska history later in 2026. Lincoln Journal Star
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Milford Girls Basketball secured its first Class C1 state title (66–52) by defeating Malcolm at the state championship, with key plays from Ashlynn Miller, Shayla Rautenberg and senior guard Kylie Jakub in the fourth quarter. KOLN
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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Easter Egg Hunt
6:05-6:20 p.m. — Copple Family YMCA — Free entry — Families can enjoy a delightful Easter Egg Hunt with multiple hunts for children.
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Henri Herbert Concert
6-10 p.m. — Zoo Bar — Cost TBD — Experience the piano magic of Henri Herbert, a touring phenomenon from Austin.
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Lincoln Stars vs. Des Moines Buccaneers
7:05-8:05 p.m. — The Ice Box — Ticket prices vary — Watch as the Lincoln Stars take on the Des Moines Buccaneers in this thrilling hockey matchup.
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Lincoln Gem and Mineral Show
9 a.m.-5 p.m. — Sandhills Global Event Center — $8 admission, $15 for 2 days — Explore minerals, fossils, and family-friendly activities at this annual gem extravaganza.
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Spring Golf Clinic for Youth
4:30-5:30 p.m. — YMCA Youth Sports Administrative Office — Cost applies after March 23 — Young golfers can enhance their skills with PGA Professionals in a limited participant setting.
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