Good Day
Lincoln
Wednesday, April 1st, 2026
Good morning, Lincoln. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Gaylor Baird announced that Lincoln City Libraries in partnership with CenterPointe will offer a community resource worker at Bennett Martin Public Library to assist residents with housing, health care, and other essential services (available 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays). KOLN
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UNL's data analytics and AI chatbots have boosted graduation and retention rates. The university has steadily improved its data collection since 2011 and now uses those insights to support student success. Lincoln Journal Star
- ➤ Last Saturday at Memorial Stadium, Blue Cross Blue Shield Nebraska honored five educators—including Culler Middle School teacher Megan Euler—with the Outstanding Nebraska Teacher Award at the Huskers Spring Game. The awards recognized their commitment to improving student lives and the community. KFOR
- ➤ Lincoln Public Schools will expand its Into Math program to four more elementary schools this fall after a successful pilot improved how kids learn math. Lincoln Journal Star
- ➤ The UNL equestrian team celebrated DT’s 30th birthday and retirement Tuesday on East Campus with a petting zoo, games and rides, plus a horse kissing booth for fans. Funds raised will help cover team expenses for his final competition at the May IHSA Nationals. KOLN
- ➤ Local students earned top finishes at the NSAA State Speech meet late last week, with Gothenburg winning the Class C1 team championship. They earned high placements in events such as Duo and Oral Interpretation (including first and second places). KNOP
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A section of downtown O Street will close Sunday for tree removal and preconstruction ahead of Project O Street upgrades (improving sidewalks, lighting, and landscaping) between Ninth and 16th streets. An open house at Union Bank Place is set on Apr. 7 from 4 to 6 p.m. KOLN
- ➤ Neighbors near South 9th and 10th Streets have called for improved safety as the busy intersection becomes more hazardous due to expanding businesses. Lincoln Transportation and Utilities said it is working on a long-term solution (including a crosswalk or traffic light) to ease traffic and improve walkability. Nebraska Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Samantha Gammell received a new car Tuesday from the Cars for Caregivers program run by the Nebraska Health Care Foundation and Chariots4Hope to help local healthcare workers in nursing homes and assisted living facilities (this gift removes transport barriers). Nebraska Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska’s women’s gymnastics compete today at 2 p.m. CT against Air Force at the Maravich Center in Baton Rouge for the NCAA Championships, with the winner advancing to Thursday’s session against LSU, Clemson, and Auburn. Fox Nebraska
- ➤ Nebraska earned a 6-5 win against Creighton after sophomore closer J’Shawn Unger recorded his fourth save by retiring three batters in the 8th and 9th innings, extending the Huskers' seven-game winning streak ahead of Friday's contest with Penn State. KOLN
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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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IO2026 Summit
8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. — Sheldon Museum of Art — Tickets required — Connect with 300+ innovators exploring the intersection of artistry and analysis.
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Spring Affair Plant Sale
5:00 PM – 9:30 PM — Sandhills Global Event Center — Free entry — Discover over 800 varieties of plants at the Great Plains' largest plant sale.
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DoNot Stop Half Marathon and Fun Run
8 AM – 12 PM — Holmes Lake Park — Registration required — A unique race that combines running with a love for donuts.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The longer you wait to do something, the more likely you are to find a reason not to do it.
~ James Clear
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