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Sunday, April 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Lincoln. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 6th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, Capital Humane Society held Meowmaste Kitten Yoga—an hour-long session where participants did yoga with kittens available for adoption. The event helped the kittens socialize and promote fostering—organizers said similar events will be held in the future. KOLN
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln Police responded at 12:05 a.m. on April 5 to reports of a fight and gunshots outside Foxy Gentleman's Club on O street where they found a 22-year-old man assaulted by multiple individuals known to him and treated for minor injuries at a local hospital. KFOR
- ➤ Lincoln Police were called at 12:05 a.m. Saturday to a business near North 18th and O streets in central Lincoln after reports of a fight and gunshots, and officers found a 22-year-old man assaulted by several people known to him who later received treatment at a nearby hospital — no one was struck by gunfire. KOLN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lancaster County Election Commissioner Todd Wiltgen reminded Lincoln voters that they must show an acceptable photo ID, such as a driver's license or state ID, when voting at their assigned location on Tuesday, April 15; voters without proper ID will use a provisional ballot (which requires further verification). Voters are encouraged to check their polling location details before heading to the polls. KOLN
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department and Crusade Against Colon Cancer coalition announced free colon cancer screening kits are available through April 30 for residents ages 45 to 74 at participating pharmacies—this initiative aims to improve early detection amid low screening rates locally. KFOR
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, the Huskers beat Boise State 79-69 in Las Vegas to earn a spot in the championship game of the College Basketball Crown Tournament as they shot 46% from the floor and 63% from beyond the arc with Juwan Gary scoring 21 points and Brice Williams adding 14 points and six assists. Today, the Huskers will play their final game at T-Mobile Arena at 4:30 p.m.—they will face the winner of UCF and Villanova. Nebraska Now
- ➤ The No. 20 Nebraska softball team won a game in Iowa City on Saturday afternoon by a score of 14 to 1 in a contest of five innings and tied school records by hitting six home runs and earning its 18th run rule win this season (improving to 28 wins and 9 losses). Samantha Bland tied a record with three home runs (marking her first multi-home run game) as the Huskers continued a strong season. KNOP
- ➤ The Lincoln Stars clinched the Anderson Cup for the first time in 25 years after a 4 to 3 overtime win over Madison on Saturday when Forward Dashel Oliver scored the game-winning goal; they will play Tri-City Friday night (at the Ice Box). Nebraska Now
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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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Lincoln Mom Prom
7-10 p.m. — Turbine Flats — Celebrate motherhood — A fun-filled night of dancing and laughter for moms to enjoy together.
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