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Sunday, May 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Lincoln. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln Repair Café meets monthly to fix broken household items—clothing and jewelry—for free and help neighbors save money while reducing waste. Neighbors donate what they can to support the volunteer-run service amid rising costs. Nebraska Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lawmakers in Lincoln will debate overriding Gov. Jim Pillen’s veto on LB319 Monday afternoon; the bill would let Nebraskans with three or more drug convictions who complete a treatment program receive SNAP benefits. Thirty votes will be needed to pass the override — some lawmakers worry it may allow drug dealers to get support. KOLN
- ➤ Earlier this year, Nebraska Public Power District bought rural Lancaster County land for $5 million from Ronald and Donna Starzec — a price about five times its assessed value — to build a new power plant next to its Sheldon Station for rising energy needs. Officials said the board approved the deal in a private session to meet future demand. Lincoln Journal Star
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Jordyn Bahl hit two home runs and pitched three hitless innings as Nebraska defeated UConn 10—2 in the NCAA regional in Baton Rouge on May 16. She went 2-for-2 with two walks and five RBIs and joined history as the fourth NCAA player with 20 or more wins and 20 or more home runs in one season—Nebraska will face the winner of Friday's LSU and Southeastern Louisiana game on Saturday. KFOR
- ➤ Nebraska softball set a program record by scoring 14 runs and hitting four home runs in a 14-1 win over Southeastern Louisiana on Saturday, advancing the Huskers to today's regional final at 2 p.m.—a record-setting offensive display that pushed them further in the NCAA Tournament. KNOP
- ➤ Lincoln Pius X girls soccer team beat Norris 1-0 on Saturday when senior Tatum Heimes scored a 53rd-minute goal with help from freshman Ava Kolm and solid goaltending by Kate Miller. The team will play Gretna East on Monday at 5:30 p.m. in the Class B championship game. Nebraska Now
- ➤ Yesterday, Nebraska won its fifth straight series by defeating Purdue 14-2 in eight innings at Alexander Field in West Lafayette. Will Jesske led with a 4-for-5 showing and strong efforts from Dylan Carey, Case Sanderson and Cael Frost while Jackson Brockett earned the win and the Huskers now hold a 28-27 overall record and 15-15 in the Big Ten as they look ahead to the tournament on Tuesday. Nebraska Now
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iDKHOW Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Bourbon Theatre — $29 — Experience a night of lively music with iDKHOW at Bourbon Theatre.
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Nikki Hill Concert
6-10 p.m. — Zoo Bar — Ticket info not provided — Experience the fiery performance of Carolina girl Nikki Hill live.
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Open Coffee Networking at Crescent Moon
8-9:30 a.m. — Crescent Moon Coffee — Free coffee — Connect with Lincoln's startup community over a morning brew and casual conversations.
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Acoustic Friday @ Saro Cider
5:30-9 p.m. — SARO Cider — Free entry — Kick off the weekend with local acoustic tunes and delicious ciders in downtown Lincoln.
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Irreverent Warriors Silkies Sand Volleyball Tournament
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Spikes Beach Bar & Grille — $120 per team — Participate in a fun-filled volleyball tournament to support veterans and win cash prizes!
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Destined Rivals Pre-Release
Time TBA — HobbyTown — $35 entry — Compete in a Sealed Deck Format event with a Build and Battle Pack to create your own Pokémon deck.
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Lake Country DockHounds vs. Lincoln Saltdogs
7:05-11:05 p.m. — Haymarket Park — Check for ticket pricing — A thrilling baseball match between local teams keeps the summer nights alive.
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Lake Country DockHounds at Lincoln Saltdogs
7:05-10:05 PM — Haymarket Park — Free entry — Watch the Lake Country DockHounds take on the Lincoln Saltdogs in an exciting baseball matchup.
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Open Coffee at Crescent Moon
8-9:30 a.m. — Crescent Moon Coffee — Free coffee — Connect with Lincoln's startup community over coffee and casual conversations.
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The Outsiders Screening with C. Thomas Howell
7-10:30 p.m. — The Royal Grove — General Admission $25, VIP $40, Meet & Greet options available — Enjoy a nostalgic screening of The Outsiders with live commentary and a Q&A session with Ponyboy himself.
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