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Saturday, April 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Lincoln. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The State of Nebraska is joining with the Food Bank of Lincoln and the Food Bank of the Heartland to continue the annual campaign against hunger. Donations are accepted through April 11 and the Stuff the Truck event on April 10 will take place outside the capitol building—food items will be sent to distribution centers to help meet growing needs. KOLN
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln authorities are investigating a surge in cyber crime—over a dozen cases have been reported in two weeks, with scams causing more than $250,000 in losses and involving schemes like toll and Facebook marketplace fraud. Nebraska Now
- ➤ Lincoln police said two elderly brothers—aged 76 and 77—lost more than $1.3 million between last November and April 2 when they fell for an online trading scam that pretended to invest their money in stocks and cryptocurrency; police urge extreme caution in online investing. KFOR
- ➤ Lincoln Police investigated a burglary early Friday at Murphy’s Express north of 84th and Adams; a roll up security door was pried open and a shattered front door caused ($3,000) in damage while about ($600) in vape products were stolen by a man in his 20s or 30s wearing a blue/gray coat, a white or gray hoodie and gray shoes with green laces. KFOR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln local Carolyn Fiscus continues her search for her aunt’s unmarked grave at the Genoa boarding school where a July 2023 dig found no human remains, leaving many families without closure. The state Commission on Indian Affairs plans further surveys — adding cadaver dogs and ground radar reviews — as the search for missing Native children continues. KOLN
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At the state FFA convention on April 3, potential ag teachers learned about career opportunities as schools face a shortage of educators. University of Nebraska Lincoln professor Matt Kreifels said the number of ag programs grew by nearly 100 in the past decade while schools add new teaching roles—prompting early opportunities for high school seniors and college students. Fox Nebraska
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Registration opened on Friday at 10 a.m. for the 12th annual Good Life Halfsy, set for Sunday, Nov. 9 at 8:30 a.m. Race organizers have expanded the course to 8,000 runners along Normal Boulevard (offering early incentives while supporting Habitat for Humanity and People’s City Mission). KOLN
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Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Nebraska Cornhuskers Baseball
12:05-4:05 p.m. — Haymarket Park — Ticket prices vary — Witness college baseball action as the Scarlet Knights take on the Cornhuskers in Lincoln.
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Chris O'Leary Band Performance
5:30-11:30 p.m. — Zoo Bar — Tickets available — Experience the soulful sounds of award-winning blues artist Chris O'Leary.
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Open Coffee at Crescent Moon
8-9:30 a.m. — Crescent Moon Coffee — Free entry — Share a coffee and connect with Lincoln's vibrant startup community.
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Spring Girls Golf Clinic
5:30-7 p.m. — YMCA Youth Sports Administrative Office — Registration required — A one-day golf clinic for girls in Kindergarten through 8th Grade at Jim Ager Golf Course.
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Return to Dust Concert
6-10 p.m. — Bourbon Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the karmic saga of Los Angeles based alternative/grunge rock band Return to Dust.
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Easter Egg Hunt
5:45-6:00 p.m. — Copple Family YMCA — Pre-registration required — Families are invited to participate in a delightful Easter Egg Hunt with age-divided hunts and limited space.
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Alton Brown Live
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Lied Center for Performing Arts — Ticket prices from $83 — Catch the culinary comedian Alton Brown live on stage with his unique blend of food and entertainment.
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Dance Mini Session at Copple Family YMCA
5:20-7:30 p.m. — Copple Family YMCA — Cost info not specified — Explore various dance styles including ballet, jazz, and hip hop for ages 3-11.
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Open Coffee Meetup
8-9:30 a.m. — Crescent Moon Coffee — Free coffee — Casual networking event for entrepreneurs and the startup community in Lincoln.
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Floyd - A Pink Floyd Tribute
8:30 p.m. — Bourbon Theatre — $15 – $35 — Experience a night of classic Pink Floyd music performed live.
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