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Rise and shine, Lincoln!
In today’s planning-your-week edition: Railroad bridge rebuild after campfire, the Music Man on stage, and Florida strawberry truckload sale + all our favorite events happening over the next seven days.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Lincoln protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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📰 In the news
Community-backed food access: Lincoln Fresh has resumed, with Food Bank of Lincoln’s produce truck distributing free fruits and vegetables at stops across town, no questions asked, supported by a USDA grant and donations — learn more about the program.
What happened and what’s next: Union Pacific crews are rebuilding the nearly 100-year-old railroad bridge over Salt Creek in west Lincoln after an unattended campfire destroyed it, and the Salt Creek Levee Trail remains closed — get the latest on repairs.
Classic charisma comes alive: The Music Man is on stage at the Lied Center through today, and the Harold Hill actor says the Lincoln stop still delivers that old-school musical magic — read the full story.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 We got your back
Stitch some inspiration: International Quilt Museum brings culture within easy reach in Lincoln. Its global collection stays fresh with exhibits rotating every 4–6 months, plus events for adults, kids, and families. Ideal for a quick lunch-break wander or a cozy weekend curiosity reset.
Restock your stash: Whether your scrap bin feels a little too familiar, Cosmic Cow stocks over 5,000 bolts, plus threads, rulers, patterns, and more from Andover, Moda, Marcus, and Robert Kaufman. Find a fresh print to jumpstart that quilt you’ve been postponing, and let your fabric stash feel exciting again.
House-hunting, but smarter: Thinking about a move? Leading Edge Realty Group of Woods Bros Realty matches listings to your lifestyle, backed by a local, professionally trained team, plus saved searches, market reports, and home valuation estimates to keep you ahead. Smarter home hunting without the hassle.
What doctors wish every 65+ adult had at home: Physicians call it “long-lie,” and it’s the real reason falls are so dangerous for older adults. It’s not a broken bone… it’s lying on the floor for hours waiting for someone to notice. We dug into the options that actually solve this problem, and one stood out. See which one →
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📆 Our favorite events this week
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🎹 Olga Kern @ Lied Center for Performing Arts | Tuesday (3/10) at 7:30 PM – Give your streaming apps the night off and hear Olga Kern, the Van Cliburn Gold Medalist and the only woman in fifty years to win it. She’s played the Hollywood Bowl and top symphonies, so expect polish, passion, and the good kind of goosebumps.
🐰 Spring Rabbit Show @ Sandhills Global Event Center | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Bring the kids or grandkids to the Spring Rabbit Show at SGEC, South Hall, for ages 5 to 18 to practice showmanship, flex rabbit trivia, and ask 4-H’ers about picking a bunny. No 4-H enrollment needed, and the rabbit quiz and breed ID are free.
🛍 Spring Collection Release & Hilary + Co. Pop-up @ Copper & Wax Co. | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Spring Collection is dropping at the storefront, with Hilary & Co. popping up for easy home upgrades without lifting a mop. Sniff limited-run Verdant, La Fleur, and Garden Party, think ivy and moss, mandarin and peony, lilac and citrus, and act like you planned this.
🥚 Pen & Ink Egg Decorating Workshop @ Pioneers Park Nature Center | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Swap dye cups for pen, ink, and pencil at an egg workshop at Pioneers Park’s Lynn Johnson building, by the bison. Learn crisp black-and-white designs with artist Donna Hendrickson, bring blown-out eggs or use their plastic stand-ins, and feel absurdly accomplished for $15.
🆓 Community Free Market – March @ Loren Corey Eiseley Library | Saturday (3/14) at 10:30 AM – Think yard sale, but the price tags are all zero, and the small talk is premium. Bring those perfectly good extras, take what you need, register to vote if you like, then toast 14 years of free culture, goodwill, and lightly used crockpots.
😊 Feel Good Fest @ The Arc of Lincoln | Saturday (3/14) at 10:30 AM – Feel Good Fest from The Arc of Lincoln, formerly Beat the Winter Blues, is your annual nudge to swap the couch for something resembling wellness. Expect friendly faces, practical tips, and zero judgment, just a community reset that might actually stick past Tuesday.
🍓 Florida Strawberry Truckload Sale @ Tractor Supply Co. (7300 Husker Cir, Lincoln, NE) | Sunday (3/15) at 1:30 PM – Strawberry season is rolling into the Tractor Supply lot, a blink-and-you-miss-it half-hour pop-up with sun-ripened Florida berries by the truckload. Snag an 8-pound box for $30, plus Elliot pecans and South Dakota honey, first come, cash or card, no checks. Bring Tupperware-level enthusiasm.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Lincoln report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 77°F – Low: 45°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny. High near 77, with temperatures falling to around 75 in the afternoon. West southwest wind around 9 mph, with gusts as high as 17 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 45. South southwest wind around 6 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 65°F – Low: 35°F – Precip: 11%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 65. North northwest wind 6 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph. Later: Rain likely after 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 35. North wind 9 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
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