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Friday, April 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Lincoln. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Beatrice man, 27-year-old Austin Meyn, was ruled competent to stand trial for charges of child abuse resulting in death and first-degree sexual assault of a child—his pretrial hearing will be held on May 6 following his arrest on Aug. 15, 2024. KOLN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln Transportation and Utilities announced that several streets will close starting the week of April 21 for repairs and utility work. Adams Street, Southbound 27th Street, Old Cheney Road and L Street will be closed at various times — drivers are advised to take alternate routes. KOLN
- ➤ A bill to let patients use medical marijuana was stopped on Thursday when lawmakers in committee voted three to five against moving LB677 forward due to a dispute over smokable marijuana. Without rules to set up the Nebraska Medical Cannabis Commission, patients in Lincoln will not have regulated access this year (Initiatives 437 and 438). KNOP
- ➤ A legislative committee failed to advance a bill meant to regulate voter-approved medical cannabis and empower the Medical Cannabis Commission—state Sen. Ben Hansen said the 5—3 vote on April 17th leaves advocates seeking a new path forward. Without state funds, the commission remains largely ineffective in regulating the industry. Nebraska Examiner
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A big ranch in the Nebraska Sandhills that has been in two families since the late 1800s is now for sale at $50M as most of the five siblings choose to sell the 55,136-acre land. The property has nine miles of Snake River—26 solar wells and 79 windmills—and buyers from several states are showing interest in it. KNOP
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska men’s basketball head coach Fred Hoiberg announced Thursday that veteran assistant coach Pat Monaghan (who spent last season at Wyoming and has 19 years of college coaching experience) has joined the staff in Lincoln. He will work to build skills and focus on recruiting new players. Nebraska Now
- ➤ On April 17, Governor Jim Pillen + state senators honored the Husker Wrestling Team with a resolution for its performance at the NCAA Championships. The team also received individual awards for wrestlers Ridge Lovett and Antrell Taylor, the first multiple national champions in one season for Nebraska since 1984. KNOP
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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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41st Annual Lincoln Mayor's Interfaith Breakfast
7:30-9:00 a.m. — The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel — Free entry — Celebrate unity and hope at this interfaith prayer breakfast featuring music and sacred readings.
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Minnesota Golden Gophers vs. Nebraska Cornhuskers Baseball
6:05-10:05 p.m. — Haymarket Park — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting college baseball showdown in Lincoln.
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