Good morning, Lincoln.

Lincoln Transportation and Utilities will begin construction on the O Street Project on Easter Sunday near 13th and 16th to boost local business + create more green space for residents, with an open house planned on Apr.

7 to review traffic, parking, and sidewalk changes.

Downtown gyro shops share a long family legacy that began decades ago and now spark friendly competition as Sultan’s Kite expands with two new spots while Pita & Naan adds fresh curry dishes.

Sultan’s surprise purchase of Ali Baba’s in 2023 has boosted the rivalry, with both outlets supporting community donations & evolving their menus.

Christ Lincoln hosts a public Good Friday Cross Walk today from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. along a 10-mile route starting near 43rd and Sumner and passing Normal Boulevard, the Capitol, downtown, the Haymarket, Railyard district, O Street and Lied Center, ending with a service at 7 p.m.

UNL students pitched business ideas in a Shark Tank style competition for a $100K prize, with 18 teams presenting at an on-campus event.

The competition showcased student innovation (a boost for local entrepreneurship).

PlantNebraska has launched the Disaster Recovery Fund to provide free trees to homeowners hit by the 2026 wildfires and other natural disasters statewide (aiming to reverse the rapid tree canopy loss).

Gov. Pillen lifted the statewide burn ban Thursday, but Eagle Fire & Rescue is holding off on issuing burn permits due to low moisture and high winds — conditions officials expect to persist.

No. 4 Nebraska will host the Big Ten Championships at Pinnacle Bank Arena on Friday, April 3, with team and all-around competitions, and Saturday will feature individual event finals.

Top teams including Michigan, Ohio State, Penn State, and Illinois will compete in the meet.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

Skizzy Mars Concert

7-10:30 p.m. — The Royal Grove — Pre-Sale: $22, General Admission: $25, VIP: $35 — Experience a night filled with smooth hooks and clever bars from Skizzy Mars.