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Wednesday, September 17th, 2025
Good morning, Lincoln. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Girl Scouts across Nebraska will launch its 2025 Fall Product Program on September 19, offering premium nuts, gourmet chocolates—like Taco Peanuts and Peanut Butter Dark Chocolate Delight—as well as cozy-scented candles and customizable gifts available online until November 3. Sales proceeds will fund troop travel, service projects and camp adventures. Fox Nebraska
- ➤ Roca Berry Farm celebrates 45 years by adding new attractions such as a singing and dancing tractor, a Cyclone Swing ride, and a food spot serving quesadillas. The farm has introduced a timed ticket system for its spooky nighttime haunts—opening the Roca Scary Farm on Sept 19—while its fall festival runs daily through Nov. 1. KOLN
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Cancelmo and Altman plan to open Lincoln’s first cat cafe next year after rescuing 38 cats; they are fundraising and expect to secure a location by year’s end— the cafe will feature a beachy theme and use local suppliers for coffee and tea. Lincoln Journal Star
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln Public Schools added four preschool classrooms at Roper Elementary and Arnold Elementary this fall to extend early childhood education. Preschool educators will also conduct home visits four times a year to build relationships with families—an effort stemming from a bond issue approved by local voters in 2020. KOLN
- ➤ Lincoln Public Schools warned parents Tuesday about a viral social media trend where teens posted videos urinating on school property at a middle school, and said students involved will face disciplinary measures (legal action may follow as restroom protocols are adjusted if the trend continues). KNOP
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Lincoln and Lancaster County can drop off waste at two drive-thru collection events later this month — the events will provide a convenient way to dispose of unwanted items. Lincoln Journal Star
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen directed $20 million from unused property tax relief funds and higher-than-expected casino revenue to be given to taxpayers—boosting the total tax credit pool to $77 million compared to last year. Property Tax Administrator Sarah Scott will soon allocate these funds as part of ongoing tax credit distributions. Nebraska Examiner
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska reported its first case of bird flu in a dairy cattle herd in central Nebraska on Monday—officials quarantined the herd after federal labs confirmed the strain resembles one found in California. State Veterinarian Roger Dudley said dairy producers should follow strict biosecurity protocols and contact their veterinarian if animals show symptoms. Lincoln Journal Star
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ No. 1 Nebraska volleyball beat No. 18 Creighton Tuesday at the CHI Health Center in Omaha with a five-set win, scoring 25 to 17, 21 to 25, 25 to 18, 24 to 26, and 15 to 9 in front of 17,675 fans — setting an indoor volleyball record. The Huskers improved to 9-0 and will host Arizona Saturday at 8 p.m. on the Big Ten Network. Nebraska Now
- ➤ The Nebraska men's golf team finished fourth at the Bearcat Invitational with sophomores Jackson Benge and Brodie Cunningham earning top-15 finishes and junior Rudy Sautron recording a low round of 68 on Tuesday. They will host the Git-R-Done Invitational at Firethorn Golf Club in Lincoln — their only home event this season. Fox Nebraska
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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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