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Saturday, May 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Lincoln. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of May.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ More than 2,000 students gathered on Friday at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln for the 41st Annual Science Olympiad National Tournament—teams of grades 6 to 12 compete in STEM events and five high school seniors received $10,000 scholarships. The two-day event continues today with tournament activities scheduled until 4 p.m. and a closing ceremony at 7:30 p.m. Fox Nebraska
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln police will enforce a new ordinance this Memorial Day weekend that lets officers impound vehicles for street racing and reckless driving—additional patrols will cover O Street from 17th to 84th streets, issuing warnings for first offenses and towing repeat offenders with fees and a 10-day hold. Lincoln Journal Star
- ➤ Two appointees from Governor Jim Pillen testified before the General Affairs Committee on May 23 to help set rules for medical cannabis—Monica Oldenburg received a 5—3 vote while the committee split 4—4 for Lorelle Mueting, with recommendations now heading to the Clerk for further legislative review. KFOR
- ➤ Governor Pillen signed LB 261 and LB 264—each with four line item vetoes—but the package arrived after the midnight deadline so the vetoes do not take effect. The governor’s office is consulting with the Attorney General’s Office and will decide on next steps soon. KFOR
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska softball defeated No. 7 Tennessee 5-2 on Friday night in game one of the Knoxville Super Regional at Sherri Lee Parker Stadium. The Huskers had four hits with no errors while Tennessee recorded seven hits and two errors—pitcher Jordyn Bahl pitched a complete game as the team prepares for game two on Saturday at 4 p.m. Nebraska Now
- ➤ Lincoln East baseball rallied in the final inning on Friday night to beat Millard North 5—4 and secure the Class A state championship while finishing the season 33—3; head coach Mychal Lanik praised the team’s resolve after overcoming a 4—3 deficit in the seventh inning. Nebraska Now
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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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Horsemanship Clinic with Lori Jaixen
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Sandhills Global Event Center — $25 fee to ride — Master riding techniques and improve your horsemanship skills under expert coaching.
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Wiz Khalifa Concert
8 PM — Bourbon Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience a night with the man known for his laid-back vibes and catchy tunes.
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The Big Run 5K
6 p.m. — Haymarket Park — Entry fee varies — Celebrate running on Global Running Day with friends and high-fives at this lively 5K event.
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Workshop for Healthcare Facility Water System Safety
8 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Embassy Suites by Hilton Lincoln — $500 for vendor booths — Explore strategies to prevent waterborne pathogen risks in healthcare facilities.
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Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks at Lincoln Saltdogs
6:05–10:05 PM — Haymarket Park — Tickets available — Enjoy an exciting night of American baseball action.
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