Tuesday, April 8th, 2025

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Good morning, Lincoln. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Survivors and experts on childhood trauma gathered Monday in Lincoln at a Beyond the Score panel hosted by BraveBe Child Advocacy Center to share tools and education aimed at preventing future hardship from adverse childhood experiences. The event coincided with Child Abuse Prevention Month and Crime Victims’ Rights Week and offered the community ways to support one another. KOLN
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police said a Lincoln man—Michael Anderson, 33—was arrested on Sunday night in the parking lot of Kong’s Liquor after bypassing an ignition interlock device on his red pickup truck; he now faces charges including felony DUI, driving while revoked, and tampering with the device with a court date set for May 13. Nebraska Now
- ➤ Police arrested a 53-year-old man on a warrant for an assault that left a Lincoln man in intensive care on March 11 — the victim said he was attacked after refusing to hire him for a home improvement project. Lincoln Journal Star
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, Lincoln voters decide whether to renew the quarter-cent sales tax that generates $18 million annually for street repairs and new road construction—local officials warn that without it the number of projects could drop significantly. Some residents support the tax for continued progress while others are concerned about higher expenses. Nebraska Now
- ➤ Governor Jim Pillen signed a letter of intent to the USDA on Monday asking that soda and energy drinks be removed from eligible SNAP purchases in Nebraska — he was joined by Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services leadership. State officials said the change will not affect SNAP benefits and that plans to work with grocers and SNAP education partners will move forward once USDA approval is received. KNOP
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The 12‑month opioid reduction program that began in September 2024 is paused because federal officials cut the $3M funds last week, stopping the effort to help surgery patients use fewer opioids. A federal judge blocked the cancellation last Thursday — the program remains on hold pending a final funding decision. KOLN
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On April 6, the Nebraska men's basketball team won its first ever College Basketball Crown in Las Vegas with a 77—66 victory over Central Florida. The Huskers rallied from a deficit of 14 points with a 24 to 3 run and ended the season at 21 to 14 while key players Brice Williams, Connor Essegian and Juwan Gary led the effort. KFOR
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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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