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Friday, September 19th, 2025
Good morning, Lincoln. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 19th of September.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Sept. 18, Lincoln firefighters responded to a water leak in the basement of Century House off 12th and Lincoln Mall and found that a failed underground fire service main caused water to seep in — prompting a temporary evacuation of some residents and a fire watch while elevators remained out of service. KFOR
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Nearly 40,000 votes have been cast in the Coolest Thing Made In Nebraska contest which has narrowed the field to four products—a salad dressing from Tasty Toppings Inc., wool yarn from Brown Sheep Company, custom artificial limbs from Limb Lab, and a combine harvester from Case IH—and voting remains open until September 28 while the winner will be announced on October 6. KNOP
- ➤ The 'Coolest Thing Made In Nebraska' contest has narrowed its finalists to four products—Dorothy Lynch salad dressing, Wool Yarn, Custom Artificial Limbs, and the AF Series Combine Harvester—with nearly 40,000 votes cast so far. Voting continues until Sept 28 and the winner will be announced on Oct 6 during the Manufacturing Summit in La Vista. KOLN
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Maria Arriaga from the Nebraska Commission on Latino Americans said recent federal changes have left many Latino families afraid and reporting more racism in schools. She noted that a growing community brings jobs and cultural contributions—like food, music, and events—to the state while harmful rhetoric remains a concern. KOLN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lancaster County Engineer Pam Dingman announced this week she will run for a fourth term in 2026—she was first appointed in 2013 and elected for a third term in 2022 while securing over 70 million dollars in federal aid to improve local roads and bridges. Lincoln Journal Star
- ➤ Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers is joining the Federal Trade Commission’s lawsuit against Ticketmaster to stop deceptive fees and ticket limit practices that raise prices by up to 30%—the suit seeks penalties and monetary relief to protect performers and fans. KNOP
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Bryan Medical Center reported over 700 workplace violence incidents in 2025—nearly matching the 730 cases recorded in 2024—as local nurses face rising risks similar to those seen nationwide. The hospital has boosted safety by training over 4,000 staff on de-escalation and equipping nearly 2,000 employees with duress buttons. KOLN
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska senior Lauryn Anglim scored her first goal of the season with less than a minute left to tie the game 1-1 against No.8 Penn State and keep the Huskers unbeaten at 5-0-4. The team will face Ohio State on Sunday. Nebraska Now
- ➤ Nebraska will start Big Ten play at home for the first time in Coach Fred Hoiberg’s seven seasons when the Huskers host Wisconsin on Dec. 10 as part of a 20-game conference schedule. The team will also play a key home game against Michigan State on Jan. 2 and compete in a tournament from Mar. 10-15 at the United Center (Chicago) with more game times and network details to be announced soon. KNOP
- ➤ The University of Nebraska honored legendary volleyball coach John Cook with a statue dedication ceremony held at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday near the Bob Devaney Sports Center—invited guests had reserved seating and limited standing room. University officials, including Dr. Jeffrey Gold and Troy Dannen, highlighted Cook's career achievements and his lasting impact on Nebraska volleyball. KNOP
- ➤ The Nebraska men's and women's cross country teams are preparing for the Greeno/Dirksen Invitational at Mahoney Park Golf Course in Lincoln on Saturday, September 20 at 10 a.m. Fans can attend the 35th annual meet for a $5 fee—live results will be available for those watching remotely. Fox Nebraska
- ➤ Former Husker captain Jordan Ehly rejoined the Nebraska swimming and diving team as Director of Operations after Head Coach Pablo Morales announced the appointment on September 18. She earned 25 top-five finishes in her college career and posted top times in breaststroke events—boosting the program with her strong operational and competitive background. Fox Nebraska
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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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Fear Factory Live in Concert
6-7:30 p.m. — Bourbon Theatre — Tickets starting at $33.93 — Experience the legendary Fear Factory alongside Butcher Babies and IGNEA in a powerful metal showcase.
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Fall Golf Clinic for Deaf & Hard of Hearing
5:30-7 p.m. — YMCA Youth Sports Administrative Office — Limited participation — Engage in golf with sign language support for young athletes.
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