Good Day
Lincoln
Tuesday, March 24th, 2026
Good morning, Lincoln. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ After wildfires burned 800,000 acres, an online tool connects local farmers with extra land to cattle ranchers needing grazing space. Ranchers can sign up on the Nebraska Grazing Exchange to arrange pasture for herds, while community partners deliver supplies+support. Nebraska Now
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska’s first Cheba Hut is set to open in the Telegraph District — the venue will feature a full bar and trippy art in a laid-back setting. Lincoln Journal Star
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Southview Baptist Church will host its annual Easter performance 'This Day of Resurrection' starting Wednesday, March 25 at 7 p.m. at 3434 South 13th St., where live animals, lavish costumes, and special effects will bring the musical reenactment to life with free admission. Nebraska Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Nearly 8,000 FFA members and guests will gather in Lincoln this week for the state convention, which will include competitions, workshops + award ceremonies. Lincoln Journal Star
- ➤ Monday, a mobile physics lab called the Food Truck for the Physics Mind stopped outside Jorgensen Hall at UNL to give students a chance to experience hands-on physics (Buffalo-based TeachSpin Inc. ran the truck), and the free event welcomed all curious visitors. KOLN
- ➤ Wheelie Good Ride Academy teaches local kids biking basics to boost confidence and independence in Lincoln; classes run Monday through Thursday from 6 to 7 p.m. through late March with extra sessions planned for spring and summer. Fox Nebraska
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ U.S. Ag. Secretary Brooke Rollins visited wildfires that have burned over 800,000 acres to warn local ag producers about the ongoing threat. Both the Morrill and Cottonwood fires are 90% contained + officials urge better communications for rural first responders. Fox Nebraska
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln has announced traffic and parking plans for Saturday’s Husker football Spring Game at Memorial Stadium with an 11 a.m. kickoff. Fans will need to use designated routes and pre-paid parking as several streets will face lane closures. KOLN
- ➤ Nebraska men’s basketball will play No. 9 Seed Iowa in the Sweet 16 round of the NCAA Tournament with tipoff at 6:30 p.m. CT on Thursday, March 26 at the Toyota Center in Houston (the game airs on TBS and TruTV). KNOP
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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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Spring Golf Clinic for Youth
4:30-5:30 p.m. — YMCA Youth Sports Administrative Office — $15 late registration fee after March 24 — Engage in a four-week golf clinic with PGA Professionals tailored for kids aged 5-14.
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Mother of All Garage Sales
5-9 p.m. — Sandhills Global Event Center — $5 admission — Discover treasures at this community annual garage sale featuring 300 booths of diverse items.
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Community Free Market - April
10:00-11:30 a.m. — Seng Park at University Place — Free entry — It's like a yard sale, except everything is free!
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