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Friday, April 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Lincoln. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A new music recording and rehearsal studio opened Thursday in downtown Lincoln at 13th and N streets and offers free use of instruments for recording and practice—allowing musicians to book time at any hour. The 1,200-square-foot venue, equipped with world-class technology, was funded by American Rescue Plan Act grants and is managed by the Downtown Lincoln Association on behalf of the city. Nebraska Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln man Cash Ryba was sentenced to prison for throwing drugs in tennis balls into a prison yard—judge called his actions impulsive and extremely serious. Lincoln Journal Star
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird and community leaders unveiled a new music development venue in downtown Lincoln on April 24th—city officials expect the venue to serve as a hub for local music events and boost the cultural scene. KNOP
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, Nebraskans gathered at the Capitol for People’s Day to speak with lawmakers about voter-approved measures and the delay in a medical marijuana program. Voters like Lia Post and Sen. George Dungan said repeated rehashing of these issues has left many feeling unheard—underscoring deep divisions in the Legislature. Nebraska Now
- ➤ Lincoln Parks and Recreation invited community members to review its Ballfield Assessment Report — a detailed evaluation of 37 ballfields — and share feedback through an online survey open until May 15 at 5 p.m. The report will guide future repairs, renovations and maintenance on Lincoln's ballfields. KOLN
- ➤ A bill to extend the eligibility threshold for Nebraska food benefits advanced to its final lawmaking round Tuesday after lawmakers defeated a late amendment described as hostile—LB 192 would remove the October expiration and help more than 4,000 families remain on SNAP. The measure now moves to a third reading to prevent reverting to lower pre-pandemic income guidelines. KOLN
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Mother's Day Market Yoga
9-10 a.m. — Venue 5 Twenty-Two — All proceeds to benefit Disrupting Traffick — Enjoy a refreshing yoga class in partnership with a local shopping market.
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Docker with Kubernetes Administration Training Class
Daily 9 a.m. — UNL Leadership Training Center — $2490 — Gain hands-on expertise in DevOps through instructor-led training in Docker and Kubernetes.
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Open Coffee Networking at Crescent Moon
8-9:30 a.m. — Crescent Moon Coffee — Free coffee — Connect with local entrepreneurs and share insights in a casual atmosphere.
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Acoustic Friday at Saro Cider
5:30-9 p.m. — SARO Cider — Enjoy local ciders while listening to acoustic performances from talented musicians.
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