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Wednesday, April 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Lincoln. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln police arrested 24-year-old Sarah Mangloack on Monday on first-degree assault charges after she attacked a man near downtown Lincoln on April 9th, and a witness video+ captured the fight that left him injured. Nebraska Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ ZZ Top will play at Pinewood Bowl Theater in Lincoln on Sunday, Aug. 10 as part of The Elevation Tour this summer. The band will join Night Ranger (known for the 1980 hit Sister Christian) and presale tickets will start at 10 a.m. Thursday with general tickets on sale at 10 a.m. Friday. Nebraska Now
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Tax returns for 2024 were due Tuesday, April 15, and many in Lincoln expect refunds with roughly 68 million refunds averaging $3000 issued so far. Financial experts say to use refund money to pay off high-interest debt, save with CDs, or invest in stocks if the funds are not needed right away. KOLN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln Police enforced a new Nuisance Vehicle Ordinance starting Tuesday that allows them to tow vehicles used in street racing & reckless driving after a March 31 City Council vote. First offenses result in a towing fee, while second offenses will hold the vehicle for 10 days in addition to fines up to $500. KFOR
- ➤ Residents in Lincoln are asked to vote on whether the Nuisance Vehicle Ordinance will curb street racing — the poll asks for views on its ability to stop reckless driving — and the results may shape future enforcement. Nebraska Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Monday at Highlands Golf Course, Carson Kildow from North Star won the individual title at the LPS Boys Golf Championship with a score of 73, edging out competitors who shot 74 or higher. Lincoln Southeast claimed the team crown, finishing first ahead of East and Southwest - the results mark a strong showing for the local teams. KFOR
- ➤ Yesterday, Nebraska baseball beat Creighton 6-3 as the Huskers scored 4 runs in the final 5 innings to even the series and shut out the Bluejays during that stretch — Dylan Carey's 3-for-3 performance helped lead the win. The team will face Creighton again on May 6 in Lincoln to complete the rivalry rematch. Nebraska Now
- ➤ Jordyn Bahl threw a two-hit shutout for No. 21 Nebraska as they swept Northwestern with a 3-0 win on April 14. The Huskers moved to 31-10 while Northwestern fell to 20-15-1, and Nebraska will host Indiana on Friday. KFOR
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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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Jurassic Quest
6:59 p.m. — Sandhills Global Event Center — Ticket prices vary — Dive into a prehistoric adventure featuring exciting dinosaur exhibits and activities for families.
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Neil deGrasse Tyson Concert in Lincoln
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Lied Center for Performing Arts — Tickets available — Experience an evening with renowned astrophysicist and science communicator Neil deGrasse Tyson.
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Becky Robinson Performance
8 PM – 12 AM — Bourbon Theatre — $139 — Gametime offers last-minute tickets for a night of laughter with comedian Becky Robinson.
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Parents Night Out at Cooper YMCA
6-10 p.m. — Cooper YMCA — Registration required — Kids enjoy crafts, games, and fun activities while parents take a well-deserved break.
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Husker Games: Football
2-6 p.m. — Memorial Stadium — Cost info not provided — Experience thrilling college football action at Memorial Stadium with fellow fans.
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Impact Over Points: Effective Product Delivery
6-8 p.m. — Don't Panic Labs — Free entry — Learn how to shift focus from arbitrary metrics to impactful outcomes in software delivery.
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Chris Cain Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — Zoo Bar — Ticket prices vary — Experience the mesmerizing blues guitar of Chris Cain, acclaimed as one of today's finest artists.
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