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Monday, April 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Lincoln. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 7th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln Police responded on Sunday at 1:43 a.m. when a miniature horse was seen near Northwest 10th Street and West Dawes Avenue, and after giving the animal a quick pet and some strawberries, officers turned it over to Lincoln Animal Control—showing a friendly and prompt service—without further incident. KOLN
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Computer Hardware is a family-owned business with stores in Lincoln (and in Kearney, Hastings and Grand Island) that celebrated its 45th anniversary on March 1. It began in the late 1970s when Darrel built a computer from a kit and has grown to be one of the oldest Apple dealers and Nebraska’s only Apple Premier Partner that repairs and sells Apple products and tech supplies. Lincoln Journal Star
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Nebraska Department of Education has approved a grant that will distribute $225,000 to 66 school districts to build detailed virtual maps of school buildings for faster emergency response (covering both public and private schools). Districts including Lincoln Christian School and Norris (receiving $32,500) will update their maps to show room numbers, security cameras and evacuation routes. Lincoln Journal Star
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State Sen. George Dungan of Lincoln proposed LB 414 to create a suicide mortality review team in the Department of Veterans’ Affairs to review suicides with special focus on veterans. The bill passed the committee unanimously and will be considered in the upcoming session—aiming to strengthen Nebraska’s suicide prevention efforts statewide. Nebraska Examiner
- ➤ Records show that candidates in the City Council race have raised and spent tens of thousands from major donors and PACs ahead of Tuesday’s primary, with funds coming from local groups. The Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department reached milestones with 1,000 Family Connects visits and thousands vaccinated—while the county’s temporary hiring freeze to fix a $3.4 million shortfall increased open positions from 35 to 54. Lincoln Journal Star
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, the Nebraska men’s basketball team ended its season in Las Vegas by beating UCF 77-66 in the College Basketball Crown Tournament final. The Huskers shot 48% from the floor—43% from beyond the arc, with Brice Williams setting a single-season scoring record—and Juwan Gary earning tournament MVP as they secured $300,000 in NIL prize money. Nebraska Now
- ➤ Channel 8’s poll asks fans which part of the Nebraska men’s basketball season they liked best—this comes as the Huskers prepare for their final game. The Huskers will face UCF on Sunday—tipoff is at 4:30 p.m. on Fox. Nebraska Now
- ➤ Nebraska won the weekend series but did not complete the sweep after falling 7-5 in the final game against Rutgers at Hawks Field at Haymarket Park on Sunday. The Huskers will travel to Lawrence to face Kansas at 6 p.m. Tuesday (on ESPN) as they exit conference play. KNOP
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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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