Good Day
Lincoln
Saturday, September 13th, 2025
Good morning, Lincoln. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 13th of September.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln’s Museum of American Speed was named the best motor racing museum by Newsweek readers, and the museum spans 300,000 square feet showing over 480 cars that tell the story of American racing. KOLN
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UNL Chancellor Rodney Bennett announced Friday a plan to cut the university budget by $27.5 million for Fiscal Year 2026. The proposal reduces $21 million to close a gap—and $6.5 million for program cuts and realignments, and it will be reviewed by the Academic Planning Committee before a final decision in December. KNOP
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ United Ground Express at Lincoln Airport earned the prestigious Gold Safety Excellence Award on Friday—making it the second regional line station to achieve this milestone in United Airlines’ Safety Excellence program. The award reflects a strong safety record with 200 days free of OSHA-recordable incidents, 259 days without a lost-time injury, and no aircraft incidents since 2016, and the team will aim for platinum-level recognition in the future. KOLN
- ➤ Nebraska Senators held a hearing on LR 148 regarding the repurposing of the Work Ethic Camp in McCook on Friday morning—protesters gathered outside the Governor’s Residence while lawmakers discussed building code issues and prison overcrowding, and Gov. Pillen’s team did not attend, sending a letter that explained the facility would not trigger additional overcrowding laws. KNOP
- ➤ The State of Nebraska is addressing a bedbugs problem in a downtown office building at 14th and M where DHHS offices were affected — officials report temporary closures and remote work for employees as cleaning crews carry out vacuuming, laundering, steam cleaning and chemical treatments. KOLN
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Haymarket Park was voted the American Association’s Playing Surface of the Year for the 24th time, marking a record run for the Saltdogs—this honor credits the hard work of grounds crew led by Kyle Trewhitt and others who keep the field in top shape. The park serves as the home field for both the Lincoln Saltdogs and University baseball teams and seats around 8,500 fans. KFOR
- ➤ On Friday night, Creighton Prep beat Lincoln Southeast at Seacrest Field—Nico Kocmich’s 65—yard reverse punt return sealed the 31—10 victory; the Jr. Jays improved to 3—0 and will play Millard West next Friday while the Knights face Norfolk on Thursday. Nebraska Now
- ➤ No. 1 Nebraska volleyball defeated No. 22 Utah in four sets Friday night at the Bob Devaney Center. The Huskers, led by Rebekah Allick with 13 kills, will face Grand Canyon University at 6 p.m. today. Nebraska Now
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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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Learning to Fly - Tom Petty Tribute
8-9:30 p.m. — Bourbon Theatre — Tickets from $33.93 — Experience the timeless music of Tom Petty in a lively tribute show.
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Teen Night at Northeast YMCA
10:30 p.m. — Northeast YMCA — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of basketball, swimming, and games designed for teens ages 11-15.
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Nebraska Cornhuskers Women's Soccer vs. Iowa Hawkeyes
1:05-2:35 p.m. — Barbara Hibner Soccer Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Catch the excitement as the Cornhuskers face off against the Hawkeyes in this thrilling soccer match.
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