Good Day
Lincoln
Friday, September 5th, 2025
Good morning, Lincoln. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln Parks and Recreation announced free yoga classes will return this September at the Shildneck Bandshell in Antelope Park from 10 to 11 a.m. starting on Sept. 7 with a different local instructor each week—morning sessions that will include a Lincoln Yoga Day proclamation and surprises. KOLN
- ➤ The City of Lincoln will upgrade the Belmont neighborhood by adding better lighting, safe walking paths, and a new amphitheater to help connect the area with central Lincoln—officials plan to seek funding after the planning commission meeting. Local residents and community center leaders expect these improvements to meet long-overdue needs. KOLN
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln police responded at about 7 a.m. to a trespassing call under the West O Street bridge over Salt Creek — an explosion injured an officer. Lincoln Journal Star
- ➤ Lincoln man Nathaniel Stephenson, 28, was sentenced Thursday to 11 years and eight months for selling 50 grams or more of pure meth—tested to be at least 93% pure—to an undercover officer in June 2024. Nebraska Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln Transportation and Utilities announced on Wednesday that the westbound lanes of Pine Lake Road between South 32nd and South 29th closed on Thursday as part of the Lincoln on the Move project—work is expected to finish by early October. Drivers were advised to use alternate routes, including intersections on South 27th Street, to reach local businesses. KOLN
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ ESPN reporter Lauren Sisler visited Lincoln to share her personal story and encourage hope for those fighting addiction after losing her parents to overdoses. She spoke for Bryan Health at Saint Paul United Methodist Church on September 4—signing copies of her memoir while urging families to seek help. KOLN
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Husker fans should plan for heavy downtown traffic as the Huskers host Akron tomorrow at 6:30 p.m.—city officials have announced lane closures on North Ninth and North 10th Streets and recommend alternate routes and the Big Red Express bus service to ease travel. Lincoln Journal Star
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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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Hell on the Hill
9 AM – 2 PM — Arnold Heights Park — Check website for fees — Test your endurance and teamwork on a challenging hill in Lincoln's unique race event.
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Unteachables Tour Live
7-8:30 p.m. — Howler Comedy Club — $1.81 LNK tax + $0.67 ticket service fee — Enjoy laughs from ex-educators turned comedians at this lively comedy night.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Your work is to discover your work and then with all your heart to give yourself to it.
~ Ryan Holiday
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