Good Day
Lincoln
Monday, September 8th, 2025
Good morning, Lincoln. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln was named a 4-star Welcoming Community at the annual Welcoming Week kickoff event on Sunday—an award recognizing a two-year project by local businesses, organizations, and individuals. Lincoln Journal Star
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln Lutheran broke ground on its $2.1 million Warrior Wellness Center at the high school, which will offer professional weight training equipment and classroom spaces inspired by the Husker football team. The 11,200-square-foot facility—primarily funded by the school with additional private donations—will open early next year to support students’ overall well-being. Lincoln Journal Star
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sheila Dorsey Vinton of the Asian Community and Cultural Center criticized Gov. Pillen's decision to use a state prison for immigration detention—arguing it undermines Lincoln's long tradition of welcoming refugees—and local organizers plan Welcoming Week events from Sept. 12 to 21 to celebrate the city's cultural diversity. Lincoln Journal Star
- ➤ City officials and construction crews broke ground on Pinnacle Bank Arena in the Haymarket on September 7, 2011 — a milestone that set the stage for future downtown development. KNOP
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The No. 1 Nebraska volleyball team stayed unbeaten on Sunday when it swept California 25-15, 25-18, 25-12 at the Bob Devaney Center, posting a .419% hitting percentage. The Huskers will host Utah on Friday and Grand Canyon on Saturday - both games starting at 6:00 p.m. Nebraska Now
- ➤ On Sunday, drivers at Eagle Raceway honored 11-year-old Zane VanArsdall—whose death Friday morning followed days in a medically induced coma—by putting his name and number 24 on every car. Local racers said his memory united the community and reminded them of the value of kindness on the track. Nebraska Now
- ➤ On Sunday afternoon, Kayma Carpenter scored two goals within five minutes as Nebraska beat Kansas State Wildcats 2-0 and moved to a 5-0-2 record with four straight wins. The junior tied her career-high mark with her two goals and led the team with three shots on goal. KNOP
- ➤ Claire Tucker, a 16-year-old from Lincoln, won national horse riding titles and now aims to qualify for the Young Rider European Tour — she will first compete in Wellington, Florida after finishing online high school in 2026 — as she works to take her riding to Europe. Her national wins have set a clear path for her future in international contests. Lincoln Journal Star
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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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Nebraska Cornhuskers Women's Soccer vs. Michigan Wolverines
7:05-8:35 p.m. — Barbara Hibner Soccer Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Catch the Cornhuskers in action as they host the Wolverines on the field.
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