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Lincoln
Saturday, September 6th, 2025
Good morning, Lincoln. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 6th of September.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A four-vehicle crash early Thursday afternoon at the intersection of 40th and Duxhall Drive in south Lincoln sent three people with non life-threatening injuries to the hospital—police reported the red truck driver was cited and released for following too closely. KFOR
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Lincoln Board of Education will consider removing interim from John Skretta’s title as superintendent for Lincoln Public Schools at its board meeting Tuesday—if approved, he will be given a two-year contract at the same salary of $333,720 to avoid a costly search process. KOLN
- ➤ The USDA regulation now limits non-local food purchases in school budgets to 10% while Lincoln Public Schools and local producers work to provide meals with foods grown within 250 miles—this cap will gradually drop to 5% by 2031. KOLN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Pillen asked for a federal disaster declaration for 12 counties hit by strong storms from Aug 8-10 — the storms damaged schools, public buildings and power lines and caused more than $39 million in losses, one death and one serious injury. KNOP
- ➤ The Nebraska Supreme Court revived a lawsuit against Papillion La Vista schools over the disappearance of 11-year-old Ryan Larsen, who walked off campus in May 2021 — the case is sent back for further review. KOLN
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After winning over Cincinnati last Thursday, the Cornhuskers begin their home season today at Memorial Stadium facing the Akron Zips, but wide receiver Janiran Bonner is out for the season with a torn ACL—Coach Rhule said the team will rally to start strong. KOLN
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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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Lincoln High vs. Lincoln Northwest Freshman Football Game
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Union Bank Stadium — Free entry — Catch the excitement as local freshman teams battle it out on the gridiron.
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