Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 14th of September.
Good morning, Lincoln.
Nebraska reenacted the 9/11 Tunnel Walk (honoring first responders) on Saturday before the Huskers secured a Bowling Green win (a tribute to normalcy after 9/11).
Memorial Stadium hosted nearly 1,000 people at the annual Husker Heroes event, where people with disabilities and their families met Nebraska athletes and took part in field activities (a tradition since 2010) led by local nonprofits.
The University of Nebraska agriculture research center is moving forward as officials work with the USDA to determine funding for constructing the National Center for Resilient and Regenerative Precision Agriculture.
Final construction plans will depend on the promised allocation.
State Auditor Mike Foley reported that LFR employees earned over $7.2 million in overtime last year (with top earners averaging an extra $45,586) and is calling for a performance audit of scheduling practices to boost efficiency.
Disability Rights Nebraska asked the Attorney General to investigate three nursing home chains from outside Nebraska that run more than 20 long-term care centers, because poor federal ratings and alleged misconduct have affected over 2,500 residents.
Lincoln Transportation and Utilities announced that several streets will close starting Monday for renovation projects and local events.
South 48th Street will close through winter for improvements, and Van Dorn Street will close until Sept. 25 for repairs while detours and maintained access provide alternate travel routes.
Lincoln welcomes its newest Mexican restaurant, El Muchacho Alegre, opening this week with live mariachis, 30% off deals, and oversized burritos + chimichangas.
The eatery promises festive flavors and local savings for diners.
No. 1 Nebraska won 3-1 over Georgia Tech at John Cook Arena on Saturday, Sept.
12 with standout hitting and blocking from key players. The team will face Creighton on Wednesday, Sept. 16 at 6 p.m. at Pinnacle Bank Arena — the game airs on the Big Ten Network.
On Saturday night, Nebraska delivered a dominating performance by amassing 546 yards and winning 56-7 at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln.
The Huskers improved to 2-0 and will host North Dakota on Saturday, Sept. 19 at Memorial Stadium (kickoff at 6:15 p.m.).
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