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Saturday, July 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Lincoln. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln bug enthusiasts gathered last Thursday evening for Moth Night at Pioneers Park, where they used sweep nets, scent traps and bright lights to attract moths and other insects at the historic Cunningham Schoolhouse. The event was hosted by the Pioneers Park Nature Center (held during National Moth Week) and offered locals a hands-on way to learn about important nocturnal creatures. KOLN
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday evening, Lincoln police arrested 34-year-old Hector Nunez (whose rental Jeep Compass was listed as overdue) after investigators discovered 92 blue M30 fentanyl pills, more than 44 grams of marijuana and drug paraphernalia in his car near North 1st Street and Cornhusker Highway. KOLN
- ➤ A 25-year-old Lincoln man, Shakye Patterson Edward, was arrested on Thursday after he was accused of shooting at a man near South 13th and E streets on Wednesday morning and later burglarizing Moore Pawn near 16th and M streets by stealing a red electric guitar, with police noting he had dried blood on his hands and wore the same clothing seen on video. KOLN
- ➤ A Palmyra man (56-year-old Thomas Jordan) was charged with misdemeanor motor vehicle homicide for the death of fallen Nebraska State Patrol Trooper Kyle McAcy, who was hit while responding to a Feb 17 crash on Interstate 80 near Ashland; he will appear in Cass County Court for arraignment on Aug 26 at 9 a.m. KNOP
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Nebraska-Lincoln began demolishing the north side of the old Westbrook Music Hall near 11th and R streets last Friday — crews removed part of the building as the south side is renovated to join the new music facility. The new building, which opened last May, will host classes for the Glenn Korff School of Music and the project will finish in spring. KOLN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln’s LPD Explorers program won first place in five drill events at a competition in St. Louis last week, showing skills in active shooter response, crime scene investigation and traffic stops. The free youth program for ages 14 to 20 will hold its next meeting on Aug. 20 at LPD headquarters. Nebraska Now
- ➤ University of Nebraska President Jeffrey Gold announced yesterday that the system cut over $20 million from its budget due to lower state and federal funding, and the cut may target low-enrollment programs, degrees and majors. The move builds on a $20 million reduction approved in June and a 5% tuition increase—forcing a review of departmental structures. Nebraska Now
SPORTS NEWS
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Sporting KC Summer Soccer Camp
July 28-31 — Lincoln Sports Foundation — Registration fee required — A fun and engaging soccer camp for kids aged 5-14.
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HOG Night Out at HF Crave
6:30-8:30 p.m. — HF Crave — Free entry — Enjoy good food and great conversation with fellow Harley enthusiasts.
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Sugaray Rayford Live Performance
6 PM – 12 AM — Zoo Bar — Bring your own food — Experience the soulful sounds of a Grammy-nominated artist blending blues and R&B.
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Zero Balancing I Course
9 AM – 3 PM — Bella Skin Care and Massage Therapy — Starting at $350 — Learn the fundamentals of Zero Balancing and enhance your therapeutic skills over four days.
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Acoustic Friday at Saro Cider
5:30-9 p.m. — SARO Cider — Free entry — Enjoy refreshing acoustic music from local artists while sipping on the best locally-made ciders.
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Rainbow Kitten Surprise Concert
7-9 p.m. — Pinewood Bowl Theater — $ — Experience the genre-defying sounds of Rainbow Kitten Surprise as they celebrate their musical journey with a fresh album.
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Wild Love Tigress
7-9:30 p.m. — Bourbon Theatre — $10-$12 — Enjoy a night of music with Wild Love Tigress and friends in a vibrant theater setting.
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Timberwolves Winter Girls Basketball Tryouts (Grades 3–8)
Girls in grades 3–8 are invited to the 2025–2026 Timberwolves Winter Basketball Tryouts on August 5 at the Lincoln Sports Foundation. Visit lincolntimberwolves.org for times and details.
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Open Coffee at Crescent Moon
8-9:30 a.m. — Crescent Moon Coffee — Free entry — Connect with the Lincoln startup community over coffee and share insights and stories.
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Essentials: Organizational Self-Care Workshop
9 AM – 12 PM — Lux Center for the Arts — Free entry — Engage in strategies for nonprofit resilience and organizational self-care with expert Kathy Liao.
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