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Saturday, April 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Lincoln. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Lincoln nonprofit—founded in 2005—grew from a hobbyist group into a diverse community focused on historical sword fighting, now drawing larger classes at local centers. The group began offering a 12-week course at Southeast Community College and plans to expand training as more residents join. Lincoln Journal Star
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Early Friday, a deadly two-vehicle crash at 56th and Fletcher in north Lincoln left one person dead and police and fire rescue arrived at about 5:45 a.m. to investigate the scene and ask drivers to take alternate routes. KFOR
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 40-year-old Lincoln woman, Nakea Dorsey, was arrested on Thursday for a robbery at the Kwik Shop near 40th and A streets at 2:30 a.m.—she is accused of threatening a store employee with a deadly weapon while demanding cash, and no injuries were reported. KOLN
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Art advocates in Lincoln saved the Pershing Mural from demolition and developed a free curriculum with 17 lesson plans for Lincoln Public Schools that explore its history and design. They continue raising funds to reinstall the mosaic at Wyuka Cemetery this summer—depending on private donations and a matching offer if funds are received by May 31. Lincoln Journal Star
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At its meeting Tuesday, the Lincoln Board of Education will appoint Mara Krivohlavek to fill the District 5 seat left vacant after longtime board member Lanny Boswell died—officials said the decision follows board protocol. Lincoln Journal Star
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Near South Neighborhood Association will hold an interactive tree walk along Goodhue Boulevard today from 9:30 a.m. to noon—certified arborists will explain the pause in the city's plan to remove and replace 24 trees. Residents will gather at the Grace Chapel parking lot at 15th and A streets before the walk begins at 10 a.m. to learn how to care for Lincoln's aging tree canopy. Lincoln Journal Star
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Nebraska Supreme Court ruled Friday that the Legislature acted within its power when it passed expanded parole eligibility standards in LB 50 to ease prison crowding—overturning a lower court ruling. The court explained that the law changes how the sentence is served—without reducing the original punishment. Nebraska Examiner
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Monster Jam had a show last night at Pinnacle Bank Arena and will have two more shows today at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. — the event starts with races, moves into skills where the crowd picks a winner, and ends with a freestyle that driver Tony Ochs said warms his heart when he sees kids smiling. Nebraska Now
- ➤ Governor Pillen proclaimed Thursday as Husker Wrestling Day in Nebraska on April 17 when he presented the declaration at the Governor’s Hearing Room at the State Capitol. Senators Terrell McKinney and Dan McKeon handed resolutions to wrestlers Ridge Lovett and Antrell Taylor, the first NCAA individual champions for Nebraska since 2011. KFOR
- ➤ Monster Jam kicked off yesterday at 7 p.m. at Pinnacle Bank Arena with roaring engines and flying dirt and is holding two shows today with eight drivers competing for a spot at the Monster Jam World Finals — Lincoln fans can also join behind-the-scenes pit tours by purchasing a Pit Party Pass. KOLN
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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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Talbott Brothers Concert
7-11 p.m. — Bourbon Theatre — $31 — Experience an evening of live music from the Talbott Brothers in a vibrant local venue.
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