Good Day
Lincoln
Sunday, March 15th, 2026
Good morning, Lincoln. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird and the Faith Coalition of Lancaster County will co-host an interfaith prayer breakfast in Lincoln to celebrate the city's diverse cultures, faiths, and people. More details on the event's timing and location will be shared soon. Lincoln Journal Star
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln Airport is upgrading its main runway with an $85M project (jointly funded by the FAA and Nebraska Air National Guard) while planning expanded services with American Airlines flights this June to Dallas-Fort Worth, Chicago O’Hare, and eventually Phoenix. Nebraska News Service
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A set of bronze bison sculptures created by Grand Island artist Gary Staab stopped at UNL outside Morrill Hall Saturday as part of a 1,600-mile journey to the Smithsonian. The sculptures will next visit Iowa City and Chicago. KOLN
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A large wildfire burned 100,000 acres near Jeffrey Lake Saturday as 30 to 40 crews used burnouts to limit its spread, while officials in Lincoln County ordered evacuations and closed key roads. Emergency management urged residents to avoid the area and follow safety instructions. KOLN
- ➤ Wildfire crews near Jeffrey Lake are using burnouts to contain the Cottonwood Fire, which charred about 100,000 acres by Saturday afternoon. Evacuation orders remain in effect in parts of Lincoln County + officials urge residents to avoid closed roads. KNOP
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Pillen visited wildfire areas Saturday as multiple fires burned an estimated 600,000+ acres, with one death confirmed and several counties declared under a state of emergency. He urged residents to follow evacuation orders and said firefighters, National Guard troops and crews worked to protect communities. Nebraska Examiner
- ➤ Lincoln Fire & Rescue sent 11 certified wildfire responders on Saturday evening to aid in western Nebraska fires—at the request of Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird. The team will support efforts until the situation stabilizes. KOLN
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Lincoln Southwest Silver Hawks captured their first NSAA Class A Boys State Basketball title when they beat defending champion Papio South 57-53 on Saturday, Mar. 14 at Pinnacle Bank Arena — overcoming a slow start with key plays to seal the win. KFOR
- ➤ Ashland-Greenwood secured its second straight state championship after defeating Douglas County West on March 14 in Lincoln. Senior Derek Tonjes led the team with 14 points and six rebounds as the Bluejays clinched their fourth title in the last five seasons. Nebraska Now
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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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Raven Live Performance
6:30-9:30 p.m. — 1867 Bar — Tickets from $63 — Experience an unforgettable night with Raven in Lincoln’s lively bar scene.
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