Good morning, Lincoln.

Local farmers quickly contained a rekindled brush pile burn (southwest of Donipan) yesterday after a grass fire broke out, keeping the blaze under control.

A magnitude 2.5 quake struck southeast of Cowles at 6:15 a.m. Thursday (USGS) and marked the fourth quake this month in south central Nebraska.

Crews from Lincoln, Hallam, Wilbur, Bennett, Crete, and the Southwest Rural Fire Department responded to a wildfire near Crete yesterday.

Officials closed Wittstruck Road plus used tractors to disk corn fields to help stop further spread.

On March 12, 1855, Lancaster County was created by the Territorial Legislature near Salt Basin (an area that drew early settlers).

The county seat was settled as Lancaster in 1864 and later renamed Lincoln after it became the state capital in 1867.

A state disability care assessment called InterRAI has sparked concern among families who fear cutting essential one-on-one aides, with hundreds of appeals filed.

Nancy Enstrom said a Lincoln hearing this week showed benefits remain while state officials retrain staff.

Lincoln High led much of the NSAA Class A quarterfinal at Pinnacle Bank Arena on Wednesday against top-seed Omaha Westside.

The Warriors rallied late to win 61-58 and will face Lincoln Southwest today at 1:30 p.m.

Lincoln Southwest beat Millard North 81-71 at Pinnacle Bank Arena on Wednesday, Mar.

11 with standout plays from Dakari Wilson + Uzziah Sanders, who each scored 26 points. The win moves them to Friday's semifinal against Omaha Westside.

Three local boys' basketball teams played in a state tournament on Thursday; St. Pat's lost 55-46 to Elm Creek, Auburn edged Gothenburg 41-40 in overtime, and Ogallala won 77-43 over Syracuse to advance to Friday's semifinals.

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.

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.

Henri Herbert Concert

6-10 p.m. — Zoo Bar — Cost TBD — Experience the piano magic of Henri Herbert, a touring phenomenon from Austin.

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.

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.

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.