Good Day
Lincoln
Friday, August 15th, 2025
Good morning, Lincoln. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Joesef Barraza was sentenced Thursday to life in prison and an extra sentence ranging from 120 to 150 years for killing Carly Schaaf in 2021 and raping three women — a verdict reached after a jury trial. Nebraska Now
- ➤ A 28-year-old man from Lincoln was sentenced to life in prison — without parole on August 14 after being convicted of first-degree murder and raping three women, including 23-year-old Carly Schaaf who died after being drugged and assaulted at his home. KFOR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Lincoln announced Thursday that construction started on a transmission main along 98th Street linking the current water source from the Platte River to a future wellfield at the Missouri River — the project is funded with $36 million from American Rescue Plan Act money and will be completed in 2026 with water flowing from both sources by 2048. Nebraska Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Bluestem Lake near Lincoln remains under a health alert for another week after tests showed microcystin levels above safe limits—swimming beaches are closed while boating and fishing continue. Nebraska Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln's Saltdogs won 9-8 over the Sioux Falls Canaries on August 13 after Spencer Henson hit a grand slam and a walk-off solo home run that rallied the team from an 8-1 deficit — evening the series at one game apiece. The game was played at Haymarket Park before 2,071 fans. KFOR
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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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Cleburne Railroaders vs. Lincoln Saltdogs
7:05-10:05 p.m. — Haymarket Park — Ticket prices vary — Catch the thrilling action of independent baseball with the Cleburne Railroaders taking on the Lincoln Saltdogs.
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2025 Nebraska Cornhuskers Football Season Tickets
12:55-2:25 PM — Memorial Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrill of every home game for the Cornhuskers this season.
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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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Raymond Car Show
12-4 p.m. — James Arthur Vineyards — Free entry — Celebrate classic cars with live music, food, and crafts at this local favorite event.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
You will never be able to escape from your heart. So it's better to listen to what it has to say.
~ Paulo Coelho
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