Good Day
Lincoln
Monday, September 1st, 2025
Good morning, Lincoln. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 1st of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A local family started a free flower stand in the Woods Park Neighborhood where residents can take bouquets in exchange for a kind note or a playful $1,000 prompt—this effort began earlier this year and has already brightened many days. They plan to grow vegetables for the neighborhood’s Little Free Pantry to create a welcoming space for community gathering. Nebraska Now
- ➤ Kaylen Akert, an attorney at Woods Aitken LLP, said her family and her husband’s drive inspire her work and underlie her commitment to service and integrity. She explained that her board roles—such as at the Downtown Lincoln Association—help her support efforts to boost affordable housing and improve public spaces in the community. Lincoln Journal Star
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln police investigated a car and pedestrian collision early Sunday near 27th and Barnard Road in south Lincoln that left a 37-year-old runner with life-threatening injuries, and the driver remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation. KFOR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Big Red Express will not accept cash for Saturday’s home game rides so riders must download the Token Transit app to buy roundtrip tickets—four pickup spots serve this service. The city also promoted its free lead pipe replacement program with a meme linking Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce and will hold a sustainability town hall on Thursday at Eiseley Branch Library to discuss plans for an eco-friendly downtown library. Lincoln Journal Star
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The No. 1 Nebraska volleyball team faces No. 7 Kentucky today at the Broadway Block Party in Nashville. The Huskers started the season 3-0 — they have already beaten two top 10 teams as they try to win this live match. Nebraska Now
- ➤ The No. 1 Huskers are playing No. 7 Kentucky at the Broadway Block Party in Nashville as Kentucky takes a 2-0 lead in sets—Brooklyn DeLeye has led with 13 kills while the Wildcats won the first set 26-24 and built a 7-1 run in the second. Nebraska Now
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10cc Concert
6:00-8:30 p.m. — Bourbon Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening with legendary band 10cc performing live in Lincoln.
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Nebraska Cornhuskers Women's Volleyball vs. Wright State Raiders
7 p.m. — Bob Devaney Sports Center — Check event page for ticket prices — Cheer on the Cornhuskers as they take on the Raiders in an exciting volleyball match.
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As Tides Rise Concert
5-9 p.m. — The Royal Grove — Check local listings for ticket prices — Enjoy an evening of emotional tunes from As Tides Rise, featuring the hit 'Losing Myself.'
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Cosmic Charlie Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Bourbon Theatre — Cost info unavailable — Enjoy high-energy Grateful Dead tunes from Athens, GA as Cosmic Charlie takes the stage.
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Bronwyn Keith-Hynes Concert
12-3 a.m. — Nebraska Innovation Campus (NIC) — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of Bluegrass music in Lincoln with Bronwyn Keith-Hynes.
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Cody Johnson Concert
5-9 p.m. — Pinnacle Bank Arena — Tickets available — Experience the heartwarming and vibrant sounds of Cody Johnson live in concert.
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Cherub Live Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Bourbon Theatre — Tickets available — Experience a vibrant mix of dance, funk, rock, and electronic music by Cherub.
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Jason Aldean Full Throttle Tour 2025
7-9 p.m. — Pinnacle Bank Arena — Tickets available — Experience the chart-topping hits of ACM Artist of the Decade, Jason Aldean.
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Parents Night Out
12 AM — Cooper YMCA — Pre-registration required — Kids enjoy supervised fun with games, crafts, and snacks while parents take a well-deserved break.
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Skilla Baby Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Royal Grove — Check venue for ticket pricing — Experience a lively concert featuring the electrifying beats of Skilla Baby.
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