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Thursday, August 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Lincoln. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln nonprofit I’ve Got A Name helps human trafficking survivors rebuild their lives with trust-building outreach — a service reaching both urban and rural communities — and plans to expand its support to adult survivors in Omaha. The organization focuses on assisting individuals to overcome the effects of their trauma. KOLN
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The University of Nebraska–Lincoln reported a gas leak near East Campus at 1557 N. 33rd St. on Wednesday morning — 33rd Street was closed for safety. Lincoln Journal Star
- ➤ Lincoln Police said that a major gas leak from a 2-inch gas line hit by a construction crew shut down part of 33rd Street between Holdrege and Potter near UNL’s East Campus on Wednesday at 9:20 a.m. while Black Hills Energy estimated repairs would take at least four hours and Lincoln Fire and Rescue blocked traffic. KOLN
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln Police are investigating a drive-by shooting on July 7 when a lighter colored 4-door sedan fired six gunshots on West Washington Street between Southwest 8th and 9th streets— they are also seeking tips on a July 30 incident when a man was caught on security footage briefly exposing himself near 26th and C streets. KOLN
- ➤ A 25-year-old man, identified as Zavion Zaire Jermaine Simmons, was arrested on suspicion of robbery early Wednesday when a local resident reported being threatened near North 27th and W streets—officers later detained him near North 27th and Holdrege. Nebraska Now
- ➤ A Lincoln woman lost nearly $260,000 — including cash, gold, and Bitcoin — to scammers after she followed instructions from callers she believed were from Amazon and the Treasury Department in May, police said. KOLN
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln Public Schools serves 10,000 breakfasts and 26,000 lunches each day to ensure every child eats regardless of ability to pay as part of its strategy for student wellbeing. The district also uses the LPS Foundation and Student Emergency Fund to help families with lunch debt and other needs—efforts aimed at boosting student success. KOLN
- ➤ Tuesday, the Nebraska School Financing Review Commission met to review the state’s K-12 funding formula (the Tax Equity and Educational Opportunities Support Act) used by more than 200 school districts since 1990. Commission Chair Dr. Bryan Maher and Senator Jana Hughes (who introduced LB 303) said the group will recommend changes to ease uneven local levies and better balance property tax reliance with state finances. KNOP
SPORTS NEWS
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Nebraska Cornhuskers Alumni Game
6:00 – 7:30 p.m. — Bob Devaney Sports Center — Ticket info not provided — Celebrate the heritage and talent of Nebraska's football alumni in an engaging game.
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Weeknight SBC
5:30-7 p.m. — The Mill Coffee & Bistro — Free entry — Escape into your chosen book for a peaceful evening of silent reading and optional chat time.
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Gravel Worlds Run Series
5:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. — Sandhills Global Event Center — Registration required — Experience the challenge of ultra-distance running on unpaved trails with elevation gains up to 2,000 feet.
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Gravel Worlds Bike Race
5:55 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. — Sandhills Global Event Center — Registration required — Experience Nebraska's scenic gravel roads in the 16th annual Gravel Worlds race.
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AVCA First Serve Showcase: Nebraska vs. Stanford & Florida vs. Pitt
12-2 p.m. — Pinnacle Bank Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling collegiate volleyball action featuring top teams.
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Ekoh Concert
8-10 p.m. — Bourbon Theatre — Tickets from $22 — Experience an electrifying performance with Ekoh and friends in a vibrant setting.
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Teen Night at Northeast YMCA
10:30 p.m. — Northeast YMCA — Free entry — Engage in basketball, swimming, and games at this fun-filled night for teens aged 11-15.
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