Good morning, Lincoln.

Authorities confirmed on Friday that one person was killed in a wildfire in western Nebraska when the blaze north of Highway 92—between Crescent Lake National Wildlife Refuge and Lake McConaughy—burned about 340,000 acres and remains 0% contained.

Google has proposed a massive data center in Nebraska that will require more power than all of Lincoln uses & will be powered by a privately built gas plant.

U.S. Wildfire Service crews from Arkansas helped local fire departments manage wildfires along Highway 77 north of Beatrice on Thursday and arrived yesterday to support a prescribed burn at Homestead National Historical Park today to keep the prairie healthy.

The Lancaster County Sheriff's Office said that four major wildfires broke out Thursday afternoon near SW 112th and W Pioneers and SW 100th and W Martell; evacuations lasted four hours and crews contained most fires by early evening.

Governor Pillen issued a statewide burn ban on Friday due to dry, windy conditions and deployed state resources to reduce wildfire risks; the order will remain until 11:59 p.m. on March 27.

On Thursday, the sheriff’s office said multiple fire departments fought four major wildfires in southwest Lancaster County and issued evacuations near S.W.

112th and W. Pioneers that lasted nearly three hours—crews contained most flames by early evening and no injuries were reported.

Friday morning, Dawson County Emergency Management advised affected residents to avoid returning to Farnam amid ongoing wildfire operations in southwest Dawson County; Highway 47 and some county roads remained closed as crews secured impacted areas.

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.