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Sunday, August 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Lincoln. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ After the Aug. 9 storm that left nearly 35,000 customers without power, LES workers like Trent Anderson worked 16-hour shifts to restore service while families, including the Andersons, managed long separations and changing routines. Support systems were set up for childcare and other needs as crews continued repairs—working until power was fully restored. Lincoln Journal Star
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday just before 7:30 p.m., Lincoln Fire & Rescue responded to a garage fire near 31st and Potter in north Lincoln that caused power lines to fall, did not affect the house, and left no injuries as investigators began checking the cause. Nebraska Now
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln business TMCO Inc. received city council approval in March to build a child care center at 921 S Sixth St — a site near its manufacturing plant — and the center will open closer to November at about half the regular market rate. Hudl opened its on-site child care center run by Primrose two years ago to help recruit local employees and address the child care shortage. Lincoln Journal Star
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Lincoln man was sentenced for assault after allegedly strangling a woman in her home—she woke up, fought back, and fled while leaving behind her three young children. Lincoln Journal Star
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ NDOT and the Pillen administration hosted a signing ceremony on August 15 to honor the 2025 Good Life, Great Journey Scholarship recipients—each student receives full support for tuition, books, fees, housing and a paid NDOT internship as they train in technical fields for future employment; the next scholarship application period will open on Sept. 1. KFOR
- ➤ After the first week of school, former student Hilan Younis returned to Goodrich Middle School as a seventh grade social studies teacher and earned an award last year for her teaching excellence; she credits a former mentor for inspiring her success—she now uses her detailed approach to help students learn historical events effectively. Her return to the school where she once studied marks a full circle in her career and a boost for the classroom community. KOLN
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln Pius X finished 4-6 last season and lost a playoff game by one point—head coach Ryan Kearney said the team is building a stronger offense and off-field chemistry—and will start their season Aug 29 against Elkhorn North. Nebraska Now
- ➤ The Nebraska Cornhuskers added five-star safety Tory Pittman III—top recruit from Omaha Central for 2027—to their team, and he became their second commitment. Pittman chose Nebraska over offers from LSU, Oregon and Michigan. KNOP
- ➤ Britney Berry, 22, represented Team USA at the International Baton Twirling Federation Nations Cup in Turin, Italy — winning gold and silver medals for her events. Lincoln Journal Star
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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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2025 Tire Rack SCCA Solo Nationals
Mon-Fri, Sep 1-5 — Lincoln Airport — $224 registration fee — Experience the high-speed thrills of autocross at the Tire Rack SCCA Solo National Championships.
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