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November
Lincoln Has Five More Deaths From COVID-19
Portion of North 33rd Street to Temporarily Close Wednesday
Flu Vaccination Clinic Set for Wednesday
Lincoln Has 74th Death From COVID-19
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for November 28
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for November 27
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for November 25
LTU Receives Wastewater Awards
City Finance Director Kauffman Accepts Position in Kansas
Portion of Folkways Boulevard to Close November 30
Portion of "Y" Street to Close November 30 for Railroad Repairs
Changes to Directed Health Measure Begin Wednesday
Lincoln Has Three More Deaths From COVID-19
Recreation Centers Announce Reduced Hours
Lincoln Has Three More Deaths From COVID-19
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for November 22
Lincoln Has 67th Death From COVID-19
COVID-19 Risk Dial in Red for Third Week
Lincoln Has Two More Deaths From COVID-19
Railyard Commons Not Available Saturday; Many Events Voluntarily Canceled
City Gives Updates on Two Street Projects
Lincoln Has 64th Death From COVID-19
Portion of MoPac Trail Now Closed
Lincoln Businesses Support Tobacco-Free Efforts During the Great American Smokeout
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for November 18
Health Department Provides Guidelines to Celebrate Holidays Safely
Portion of West "A" Street to Close Thursday
Lincoln Has Two More Deaths From COVID-19
Senator Bolz to Join Mayor's Staff
Lincoln Has Two More Deaths From COVID-19
Lincoln Has 59th Death From COVID-19
Lincoln Has Another Death From COVID-19
COVID-19 Risk Dial Remains in Red
City Changes Some Services Due to Red Risk Dial Position
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for November 13
Read Woke Challenge Begins November 15
Lincoln Has Three More Deaths From COVID-19
Portion of Salt Creek Levee Trail to Close Monday
Health Department Revokes Royal Grove Event Plan
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for November 11
Lincoln Has Three More Deaths From COVID-19
Libraries to Host Discussion With 2020 One Book-One Lincoln Author
South of Downtown Meeting Set for November 12
LTU to Begin Test Program for Residential Plowing
Lincoln Has Another Death From COVID-19
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for November 8
Sunday's Veterans Parade Cancelled
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for November 7
COVID-19 Risk Dial in Red for First Time
Sunday's Veterans Parade to Be Drive Through Event
Sunken Gardens "Put the Beds to Bed" Event Canceled
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for November 6
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for November 5
South 56th Street and Old Cheney Road Intersection to Close Sunday
Lincoln Has Five More Deaths From COVID-19
StarTran Distributes Free Face Masks to Patrons
Lincoln Celebrates Recycling With November Events
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for November 3
One Lane of Superior Street Bridge Now Closed
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for November 2
Health Department Clarifies COVID-19 Cases Reported Friday and Saturday
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for November 1
October
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for October 31
COVID-19 Risk Dial Remains in Elevated Orange
Downtown Bike and Scooter Vendors to Offer Free Rides November 3
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for October 30
Streets to Temporarily Close Sunday for Half-Marathon
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for October 29
Mayor Releases Draft Climate Action Plan
Lincoln Has Two More Deaths From COVID-19
Mayor Chooses Engler to Serve as Acting Fire Chief
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for October 27
Lincoln Has 43rd Death From COVID-19
Closures on Tierra-Williamsburg and Southpointe Trails Begin Tuesday
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for October 25
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for October 24
New Directed Health Measure Will Take Effect November 1
Risk of COVID-19 Spread Remains High
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for October 23
Lincoln Has 42nd Death From COVID-19
Portion of 11th Street to Temporarily Close Saturday
Public Urged to Protect Against Frozen Pipes
Lincoln Has Two More Deaths From COVID-19
City Sponsors Two Online Events for Businesses Next Week
Public Invited to "Put the Beds to Bed" at Sunken Gardens November 7
Lincoln Has Two More Deaths From COVID-19
Mayor Encourages Eligible Lincoln Organizations to Apply for New Financial Assistance
Lincoln City Libraries Offers Take-Home Storytime Kits
Lincoln Has Two More Deaths From COVID-19
Public Invited to Free, Virtual Mayor's Arts Awards Event Tuesday
Old Cheney Road Now Open
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for October 18
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for October 17
COVID-19 Risk Dial Remains in Elevated Orange
Lincoln Has Two More Deaths From COVID-19
Portion of Pioneers Boulevard to Close Monday for Railroad Repairs
Lincoln Has 33rd Death From COVID-19
Portion of "N" Street to Close Monday
Temporary Closures Begin October 19 for Tree Removal
Sections of Yankee Hill Road to Close Monday
Free Tree Distribution Scheduled for October 24
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for October 14
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for October 13
Portion of "A" Street to Close Wednesday
Lincoln Has 32nd Death From COVID-19
City Advises Residents on Tree Debris Removal Following Storm
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for October 11
Lincoln Has 31st Death From COVID-19
COVID-19 Risk Dial Now in Elevated Orange
Mayor Issues Proclamation for Indigenous Peoples' Day
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for October 9
Health Department Encourages Football Fans to "Homegate" Safely
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for October 8
Lincoln Wins Fifth National Bike Challenge Championship
Portion of "A" Street to Close October 12
City Announces New Completion Dates for West "A" Street Projects
Lincoln Has Three More Deaths From COVID-19
Lincoln Has 27th Death From COVID-19
Mayor Calls Residents to Action and Sets Goals for Community in Annual State of the City Address
Portion of Fletcher Avenue to Temporarily Close Wednesday
Lincoln Has Two More Deaths From COVID-19
Winter Youth Basketball Registration Now Open
Health Department Reminds the Public That Flu Season is Here
Portion of Southwood Drive to Close Tuesday
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for October 4
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for October 3
COVID-19 Risk Dial Remains in Orange
Health Department Outlines How to Celebrate Halloween Safely
Controlled Burn at Nature Center Set for Sunday
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for October 2
Portion of 11th Street to Temporarily Close Saturday
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for October 1
84th Street Lane Closures Begin October 5
September
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for September 30
Holdrege Street Closures Begin Thursday
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for September 29
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for September 28
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for September 27
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for September 26
Local COVID-19 Hospitalizations Reach New High
LFR Recognized for Care of Heart Attack Patients
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for September 25
Portion of North 70th Street Now Closed
Portion of Billy Wolff Trail to Close Monday
Nature Center Offers Onsite and Virtual Programs This Fall
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for September 24
Lincoln Eagles Club Identified as Source of COVID-19 Outbreak
Libraries to Provide Secure Ballot Boxes for November Election
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for September 23
Mayor Nominates Lorenzo Ball to Serve on Planning Commission
Dine Out Lincoln Extended Through October
Residents Encouraged to Participate in Diaper Drive
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for September 22
Public Invited to Virtual Open House for Long Range Transportation Plan
Lincoln Has 24th Death From COVID-19
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for September 20
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for September 19
COVID-19 Risk Dial Remains in Orange for Third Week
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for September 18
Portion of Holdrege to Temporarily Close Saturday
Lincoln Has Two More Deaths From COVID-19
Temporary Street Closures Start Monday
Mayor Encourages Teamwork to Make Football Season Successful
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for September 16
Public Invited to Virtual Event on Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for September 15
Portion of Randolph Street to Remain Closed Until October 9
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for September 14
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for September 13
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for September 12
City Receives Additional Funds to Help Residents With Housing and Utilities
COVID-19 Risk Dial Remains in Orange, Indicating High Risk of Virus Spreading
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for September 11
Multiple Streets to Temporarily Close Saturday for Investigator Mario Herrera's Funeral
City Opens First Expanded Recyclables Collection Site
Lincoln City Libraries Announces Summer Reading Challenge Winners
Mayor Extends Period of Mourning to Honor Investigator Herrera
Live Coverage of Investigator Herrera's Funeral Provided by LNKTV and Partners
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for September 10
Lincoln Has 21st Death From COVID-19
Lincoln Fire and Rescue to Host Virtual Patriot Day Ceremony Friday
City Seeks Final Comments on Haymarket South Streetscape Plan
Task Force Issues Recommendations to Help Local Economy Recover From COVID-19
Lincoln City Libraries Offers Special Services During Pandemic
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for September 8
Mayor Issues Proclamation for Period of Mourning to Honor Investigator Herrera
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for September 7
Mayor's Statement on Passing of Investigator Herrera
Lincoln City Libraries Announces 2020 One Book-One Lincoln Title
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for September 6
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for September 5
COVID-19 Risk Dial at Orange, Indicating High Risk of Virus Spreading
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for September 4
Portion of Fallbrook Trail to Close Tuesday
Public Urged to Comment on Revised Transitional Living Facility Requirements
Lane Closures Begin Tuesday at Northwest 48th and West "O" Intersection
Portion of "O" Street Closed Due to Possible Gas Main Break
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for September 3
Portion of West "A" Street to Close Friday Morning
Libraries Offer Book Bundle Service
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for September 2
September is "National Preparedness Month"
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for September 1
August
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for August 31
Adult Volleyball Registration Now Open
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for August 30
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for August 29
Local Directed Health Measure to Be Extended
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for August 28
Nebraska Task Force 1 Returning to Nebraska
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for August 27
Portion of Holdrege Street to Temporarily Close Friday
Temporary Street Closures Begin Monday for Railroad Repairs
Randolph Street Closure Begins Monday
Portion of Superior Street Trail to Close Monday
Health Department Urges Residents to Reduce Mosquito Breeding Areas
Mayor's Statement on Shooting of Officer
Lincoln Has 20th Death From COVID-19
Temporary Closure of South 98th Street Begins Thursday
Hazardous Waste Collection Events Set for September
Citizen Police Advisory Board Meeting Postponed
Portion of West "A" Street to Close Thursday
Public Invited to Virtual Open House for Wilderness Park Master Plan
Nebraska Task Force 1 Deployed to Texas
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for August 25
ScooterLNK Safety Demonstration Set for August 29
Safe and Successful Kids Interlocal Board to Meet August 27
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for August 24
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for August 23
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for August 22
COVID-19 Risk Dial Returns to Yellow Level
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for August 21
Portion of Rock Island Trail to Close August 25
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for August 20
"A" Street Lane Closure Begins Monday
Portion of Salt Creek Levee Trail Now Closed
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for August 19
Businesses Encouraged to Join Cycling Competition in September
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for August 18
Adult Kickball Registration Closes Sunday
Lincoln School Zone Improvement Projects to Begin in August
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for August 17
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for August 16
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for August 15
Local Data Indicate Mask Mandate is Effective
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for August 14
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for August 13
Public Urged to Comment on Proposed Transitional Living Facility Requirements
Portion of Rock Island Trail to Close Monday
Lane and Street Closures on Two Projects Begin Monday
Street Closures Begin Monday for Railroad Repairs
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for August 12
Lincoln Has Two Additional Deaths From COVID-19
City Urges Caution Around Street Projects Near Schools
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for August 10
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for August 9
Officials Urge Caution During Heat Advisory
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for August 8
Locomotive Horns to Be Used at 35th and Adams Crossing
COVID-19 Dial Remains in Orange, Indicating High Risk of Virus Spreading
Parks and Recreation Preschool Programs Begin in September
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for August 7
Lincoln's Hazardous Waste Center Reopens August 12
Lincoln COVID-19 Response Fund Awards $30,000 to Malone Center
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for August 6
Lincoln Has 17th Death From COVID-19
Portion of "D" Street to Close Thursday for Railroad Repairs
Lincoln Has 16th Death From COVID-19
City Seeks Injunction to Close Madsen's Until It Complies With DHM
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for August 3
Salt Creek Levee Trail Near Haymarket to Temporarily Close Thursday
Park Boulevard Closure Starts Tuesday
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for August 2
City Will Take Legal Action Against Madsen's
Health Department Orders Closure of Madsen's for Violations of Directed Health Measure
July
COVID-19 Dial Still in Orange, Indicating High Risk of Virus Spreading
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for July 31
Portion of "O" Street to Close Sunday
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for July 30
Portion of Pioneers Boulevard to Close Tuesday for Railroad Repairs
Portion of South Street Now Closed
Portion of South 48th Street to Close Monday
Library Late Fees to Resume August 13
Black Hills Energy Donates CNG Fueling Station to StarTran
Lincoln Has 15th Death From COVID-19
One Book-One Lincoln Voting Ends July 31
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for July 28
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for July 27
Portion of Saltillo Road to Close Tuesday
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for July 26
Health Department Orders Closure of Two Bars and Railyard Commons Area for Violations of Directed Health Measure
COVID-19 Dial Moves Closer to Severe Level
Officials Urge Caution During Heat Advisory
Lancaster County Covid-19 Update for July 24
Public Invited to Comment via Teleconference at Upcoming City Council Meetings
Portion of South 84th Street to Close Monday
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for July 23
StarTran Receives Grant for Electric Buses
Lincoln's CareerLadder Program Selected as Finalist to Receive $125,000
Community Organizations Launch "Together, One Lincoln" Campaign
Portion of MoPac Trail Now Closed
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for July 22
StarTran to Resume Full Service Thursday
Libraries Extends Summer Reading Challenge
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for July 21
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for July 20
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for July 19
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for July 18
New DHM Includes Mask Requirements
14th COVID-19 Death Reported in Community
Officials Urge Caution During Heat Advisory
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for July 16
City to Add Police Officers and Funding for Mental Health and Crisis Services
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for July 15
Public Invited to Comment via Teleconference at July 20 City Council Meeting
Libraries Offer Options for Vulnerable Individuals
Water Safety Procedures Recommended for Facility Reopenings
Officials Consider Further Restrictions if Trends Continue
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for July 13
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for July 12
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for July 11
Risk of COVID-19 Spread in Community is Now High
Residents Invited to Provide Input on the Future of Our Community
Drive Through Career Fair Set for Tuesday
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for July 10
Recycling Collection Site Consolidation Continues
Mayor and Council Members Announce Budget Amendment
Portion of Randolph Street to Close Monday
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for July 9
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for July 8
City Receives $4 Million in Grants to Help Residents With Food, Housing and Utilities
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for July 7
Youth Flag Football Registration Now Open
Cervantes Withdraws His Nomination to Planning Commission
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for July 6
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for July 5
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for July 4
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for July 3
Jamaica North Trail Near Wilderness Park to Close for 80 Days Beginning July 6
COVID-19 Risk is Moderate for Fourth Consecutive Week
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for July 2
Public Urged to Celebrate Fourth of July Safely
Lincoln Has Thirteenth Death From COVID-19
June
Mayor and Police Chief Announce Local Strategies to Improve Justice and Equity
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for June 30
Board Upholds City Decision to Revoke Permit for Oasis Hotel
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for June 29
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for June 28
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for June 27
COVID-19 Cases Increase in Those Under Age 40
StarTran to Resume Full Service July 23
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for June 26
Public Invited to Comment via Teleconference at June 29 City Council Meeting
City Issues First Citation for Illegal Dumping at Recyclables Collection Site
Mayor Nominates Pablo Cervantes to Serve on Planning Commission
Lincoln Has Twelfth Death From COVID-19
Mayor Nominates Yohance Christie as Next City Attorney
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for June 24
City Gradually Reopening Playgrounds
Lincoln Has Eleventh Death From COVID-19
City to Consolidate Recycling Collection Sites
Mayor Outlines Process to Review LPD Policy on Use of Force
City Selects Developer for Pershing Block
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for June 22
Two Street Closures Begin Monday and Tuesday
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for June 21
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for June 20
Number of Grants From Lincoln COVID-19 Response Fund Reaches 61
COVID-19 Risk Dial Remains at Moderate Level
Libraries to Reopen June 22
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for June 19
City Advises Residents on Tree Debris Following Recent Storms
Adult Softball Registration Begins Monday
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for June 18
Holdrege Street Closures Begin Monday
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for June 17
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for June 16
City Leaders Praise Supreme Court Decision on Equality
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for June 15
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for June 14
Mayor's Proposed Budget Closes Revenue Gap With No Property Tax Increase
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for June 13
New Data Added to COVID-19 Dashboard
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for June 12
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for June 11
South 56th Street and Yankee Hill Road Intersection to Close Monday
North 70th Street Lane Closures Begin Monday
Downtown "Q" Street Lane Closures Begin Monday
Parks Department Issues Public Pool Protocols
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for June 10
Applicants Sought for Library Board Vacancy
Mayor Announces Economic Task Force Members
New Dine Out Lincoln Permit Application Available Online
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for June 9
Six Nonprofits Receive Grants From Lincoln COVID-19 Response Fund
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for June 8
27 COVID-19 Cases Reported in Lincoln Today
36 COVID-19 Cases Reported in Lincoln Today
Mayor Outlines Steps to Address Community Concerns
Lancaster County Has Tenth Death From COVID-19
COVID-19 Risk Dial Upgraded to Yellow
Classes Begin Monday in New Pioneers Park Nature Education Building
City Advises Residents on Tree Debris
Several Street Closures Begin Monday
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for June 4
Public Encouraged to Comment on Southeast Lincoln Street Improvements
Portion of Rock Island Trail to Close June 8
City Receives Eastman Sculpture for Union Plaza
Lancaster County COVID-19 Update
Watershed Management Online Survey Ends June 30
17 COVID-19 Cases Reported in Lincoln Today
No Curfew in Lincoln Tonight
Mayor Issues Second Curfew to Protect Public Safety
16 COVID-19 Cases Reported in Lincoln Today
9 P.M. Curfew Issued for Tonight
May
8 P.M. Curfew Issued in Response to Second Night of Violence
17 COVID-19 Cases Reported in Lincoln Today
Community Leaders Implore Protestors to Remain Peaceful
37 COVID-19 Cases Reported in Lincoln Today
COVID-19 Risk Dial Unchanged as Local Risk of Virus Spread Remains High
COVID-19 Cases in Lincoln Now Total 1,158
Mayor Proposes Hate Intimidation Ordinance
New Permit Allows Restaurants to Expand Outdoors
COVID-19 Cases in Lincoln Now Total 1,135
Mayor Forms Economic Recovery Task Force
Second Testing Event Planned for Non-English Speakers
Uncle Sam Jam Canceled Due to COVID-19 Pandemic
Portion of "O" Street to Temporarily Close Saturday
COVID-19 Cases in Lincoln Now Total 1,120
Library Summer Reading Challenge Begins June 1
Low-Income Seniors Encouraged to Apply for Farmers Market Coupons
Volunteer Lawyers Sought to Help Tenants Facing Eviction
Lincoln Has Ninth Death From COVID-19
Total Number of Local Covid-19 Cases Now 1,090
Three Finalists Announced for One Book-One Lincoln
Lincoln Has Eighth Death From COVID-19
22 New COVID-19 Cases Reported in Lincoln
Local Risk of COVID-19 Spread Remains High
Despain to Return as Interim Fire Chief
Mayor Issues Statement for Memorial Day
Sunday is "Celebrate Lincoln's Class of 2020 Day"
Five Public Pools to Open June 15
COVID-19 Cases in Lincoln Now Total 1,005
Portion of South 40th Street to Close Tuesday
New DHM Will Align With State Restrictions in June
Library Offering Drive-Through Drop-Off Fridays May 22 and 29
COVID-19 Cases in Lincoln Now Total 967
New Feature of COVID-19 Risk Dial Provides General and Workplace-Specific Guidelines for Businesses
COVID-19 Cases in Lincoln Now Total 918
Health Department Collaborates With Long-Term Care Facilities to Minimize COVID-19 Cases
Lincoln Has Seventh Death From COVID-19
Residents Urged to Seek Emergency Medical Care During Pandemic if Necessary
Lincoln Has Sixth Death From COVID-19
Total COVID-19 Cases in Lincoln Now 799
51 New COVID-19 Cases Reported in Lincoln
Two More Nonprofits Receive Grants From Lincoln COVID-19 Response Fund
Decision on City Pools Still Pending
Online Social Justice Event Set for May 19
COVID-19 Cases in Lincoln Now Total 735
Local Veterans to Be Honored in Prerecorded Program on Memorial Day
City Selects Developer for Downtown Block
Portion of "O" Street to Close Sunday
Portion of South 48th Street to Close Monday
New Website Promotes Local Suppliers of PPE
Lincoln Has Fifth Death From COVID-19
Mayor Takes Steps to Address Budget Shortfalls
New Data Shows Racial Disparities in COVID-19 Cases
Parks and Recreation Will Offer Ballfields for Rent
Animal Control Now Conducting Coyote Patrols
Lincoln Has Fourth Death From COVID-19
Closures Begin Thursday and Friday for Emergency Railroad Crossing Repairs
COVID-19 Information, Testing, and Assistance Available for Non-English Speakers
Lincoln Has Third Death From COVID-19
Libraries Extends Due Dates to July 1
COVID-19 Risk Dial Provides Current Risk and Specific Guidelines for Residents
COVID-19 Cases in Lincoln Now Total 647
Seventeen New COVID-19 Cases Reported Monday
Number of Local COVID-19 Cases Now 607
76 New COVID-19 Cases Reported in Lincoln
Sixth Round of Grants Awarded From Lincoln COVID-19 Response Fund
Updated Guidelines for Businesses Now Available
COVID-19 Cases in Lincoln Now Total 530
Two New COVID-19 Cases Reported Friday Morning
Several Street Closures Begin Monday
New Local Directed Health Measure to Align With State's
Lincoln Has Second Death From COVID-19
Four New COVID-19 Cases Reported Thursday Morning
COVID-19 Cases in Lincoln Now Total 462
Public Urged to Participate in Survey on Bus System Hub
Six New COVID-19 Cases Reported Wednesday Morning
Local Directed Health Measure is Updated
COVID-19 Cases in Lincoln Now Total 439
Forty New COVID-19 Cases Reported Tuesday Morning
COVID-19 Cases in Lincoln Now Total 394
Seventy-Nine New COVID-19 Cases Reported Monday
Lincoln Maintains Flood Insurance Rating
Total COVID-19 Cases in Lincoln Now 302
Lincoln COVID-19 Response Fund Reaches $1 Million Mark
18 New COVID-19 Cases Reported in Lincoln Today
LPD Monitors Crime Trends During Pandemic
COVID-19 Cases in Lincoln Now Total 281
Five New COVID-19 Cases Reported Friday Morning
April
City, ALLO and LPS Partner to Provide More Connectivity for Students
COVID-19 Cases in Lincoln Now Total 237
Anderson Branch Library Reopens Friday for Pickup Service
Mahoney Park Large Dog Run to Temporarily Close May 5
Nine New COVID-19 Cases Reported Thursday Morning
Lancaster County COVID-19 Restrictions Extended Through May 10
COVID-19 Cases in Lincoln Now Total 193
Four New COVID-19 Cases Reported Wednesday Morning
COVID-19 Cases in Lincoln Now Total 157
No New COVID-19 Cases Reported Tuesday Morning
Mayor Outlines Factors That Will Guide Easing of Restrictions
COVID-19 Cases in Lincoln Total 156
Ten New COVID-19 Cases Reported Monday
Cases of COVID-19 Reported in Lincoln Now 126
Number of Grants From Lincoln COVID-19 Response Fund Reaches 42
Seven New Cases of COVID-19 Reported in Lincoln
Mayor Says Help is Available for Those Needing Food Assistance
COVID-19 Cases in Lincoln Total 113
One New COVID-19 Case Reported Friday
COVID-19 Cases in Lincoln Total 106
Four New COVID-19 Cases Reported Thursday
COVID-19 Cases in Lincoln Total 97
City Urges Proper Disposal of Used Personal Protective Equipment
Five New COVID-19 Cases Reported Wednesday
Program Links Volunteers With Homebound Residents
COVID-19 Cases in Lincoln Now Total 92
Six New COVID-19 Cases Reported Tuesday
New Dashboard Provides Latest Data on COVID-19 in the Community
Ten COVID-19 Cases Reported Monday
Nine New COVID-19 Cases Reported Monday
Number of COVID-19 Cases in Lincoln Now 75
11 Nonprofits Receive Third Round of Grants From Lincoln COVID-19 Response Fund
Ten New COVID-19 Cases Reported Saturday in Lincoln
Lincoln City Libraries Celebrates National Library Week With Scavenger Hunt
COVID-19 Creates New Opportunities to Volunteer and Show Compassion
COVID-19 Case Reported Friday Confirmed to Be Community Acquired
Several Street Closures Begin Monday
One New COVID-19 Case Reported Friday in Lincoln
Residents Urged to Shop Safely
Two of Three COVID-19 Cases Reported Thursday Confirmed to Be Community Acquired
COVID-19 Cases Reported in Lincoln Now at 62
Residents Advised How to Seek Non-Urgent Healthcare
Both COVID-19 Cases Reported Wednesday Confirmed to Be Community Acquired
Planning Commission Meeting for April 29 Postponed
Voters to Decide City Charter Changes
Two COVID-19 Cases Reported Wednesday
StarTran's on-Demand Service Begins Monday
Those With COVID-19 Symptoms Urged to Get Tested
COVID-19 Case Reported Tuesday Confirmed to Be Community Acquired
Mulch Now Available at Four City Sites
One COVID-19 Case Reported Tuesday
Pandemic May Increase Domestic Violence
Four COVID-19 Cases Reported Monday in Lincoln
City Receives Three Responses for Downtown Block
Portion of Yankee Hill Road to Close Wednesday
Three New COVID-19 Cases Reported Monday
Two New COVID-19 Cases in Lincoln Reported
12 Nonprofits Receive Second Round of Grants From Lincoln COVID-19 Response Fund
Total COVID-19 Cases in Lincoln Now at 50
Health Department Issues Air Quality Advisory
New Initiative Links Parents With Quality Childcare
Mayor Encourages Residents to Support Local Businesses
Portion of North 84th Street to Close Monday
Several City Office Public Counters to Close
All Lincoln COVID-19 Cases Reported Today Are Community Acquired
COVID-19 Cases in Lincoln Now at 49
Mayor Encourages Residents to Celebrate Holidays Safely
Task Force Addresses Needs of Those Experiencing Homelessness
Six COVID-19 Cases Reported in Lincoln Today
Libraries Extends Due Dates to June 1
Three More COVID-19 Cases Reported in Lincoln
Lincoln Man is First Local Death From COVID-19
Lincoln Has First Death From COVID-19
Three COVID-19 Cases Reported in Lincoln Today
Restrooms in All Lincoln Parks Now Closed
Reported COVID-19 Cases in Lincoln Increase to 32
Number of Community Acquired COVID-19 Cases in Lincoln Now at 11
Health Department Recommends Residents Wear Face Coverings in Public
13 New COVID-19 Cases Reported in Lincoln
Trails Temporarily Closed or Rerouted Near Wilderness Park
Health Department Issues Air Quality Advisory
Four of Lincoln's 18 COVID-19 Cases Community Acquired
13 Nonprofits Receive Initial Grants From Lincoln COVID-19 Response Fund
Four More COVID-19 Cases Reported in Lincoln
Economic Assistance Available to Residents, Businesses, and Nonprofits
Lincoln’s 14 COVID-19 Cases Include Three Community Spread
Anderson Branch Library Closed for Paving Project
Reported COVID-19 Cases in Lincoln Increase to 14
Reported COVID-19 Cases in Lincoln Increase to Twelve
Portion of "A" Street to Close Monday
Reported COVID-19 Cases in Lincoln Increase to Eleven
Ninth COVID-19 Case in Lincoln is Related to Travel
Fraud Attempts on the Rise, and Officials Urge Residents to Be Cautious
Today's Coronavirus News Conference to Be Aired on LNKTV Health Channel
Public Encouraged to Participate in Watershed Management Online Survey
Reported COVID-19 Cases in Lincoln Increase to Nine
March
Aging Partners Kicks Off "Sunshine for Seniors" Project
StarTran Makes Changes to Respond to Decreased Ridership
Mayor Gaylor Baird Urges Landlords to Suspend Evictions During Pandemic
Lincoln's Newest Cases Both Travel-Related
Debris Removal in Union Plaza to Begin Tuesday
Lincoln Now Has Eight Cases of COVID-19
Two More Cases of COVID-19 Are Reported in Lincoln
Latest Lincoln Case of COVID-19 is Related to Travel
Local Health Officials Confirm Additional Lincoln Case of COVID-19
Street and Lane Closures Begin Monday
Enjoy the Outdoors Safely
Prevent Spread of Coronavirus and Help Others in Community
Portion of South 40th Street to Close Monday
Those With Questions on Directed Health Measures Should Contact Health Department
Local Health Department Orders Directed Health Measures
Local Health Officials Confirm Additional Lincoln Case of COVID-19
Local Health Officials Confirm Second Lincoln Case of COVID-19
Severe Weather Awareness Week Begins March 23
Local Health Officials Confirm First Lincoln Case of COVID-19
Lincoln COVID-19 Response Fund to Help Those Impacted by Coronavirus
Mayor Highlights Help for Those Impacted by Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Mayor Thanks Organizations for Postponing and Canceling Public Events
Planning Commission Meeting for Wednesday Postponed
Health Department Updates Guidance for Events: Gatherings should be limited to no more than 10 people.
Health Department Updates Guidance for Events
Mayor Issues Local Emergency Declaration
Mayor to Present February Award of Excellence
Health Department Offers Guidance for Events
StarTran UNL Bus Route Changes Start Monday
Several Street Closures Begin Monday
Seniors Invited to Participate in Aging Partners Events March 16 Through March 22
Aging Partners Diabetes Workshops Begin April 7
Redevelopment Proposal Submitted for Pershing Block
City Urges Those Who Are Sick or at High Risk to Avoid Concert
City Confirms Tournament Attendee Tested Positive for Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Local Health Officials Investigate Potential Exposure to Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Seniors Invited to Participate in Aging Partners Events March 9 Through March 15
Lincoln Encouraged to "Live Kind"
Watch Nebraska Wesleyan Basketball Live on LNKTV
Libraries Host Family Activities During School Break
City Crews Stop Wastewater Sewer Line Overflow Tuesday
Portion of Billy Wolff Trail to Close March 5
Public Invited to Apply for Water Quality Landscape Funding
Portion of Van Dorn Street to Close Tuesday
February
Health Department Coordinating City Preparedness for Possible Spread of Coronavirus
Read to a Dog Spring Session Begins February 29
Affordable Housing Coordinated Action Plan Available for Review Until April 15
Seasonal City Jobs Now Posted Online
Seniors Invited to Participate in Aging Partners Events March 2 Through March 8
Food Vendors Needed for Uncle Sam Jam and Party in the Park Events
City Advances Two Major Sustainability Efforts
Summer Swim and Dive Team Registration Begins March 2
Parks and Recreation Offers Lifeguarding Courses in March
Veterans Memorial Garden Renovation to Begin in March
City Crews Stop Wastewater Sewer Line Overflow
Seniors Invited to Participate in Aging Partners Events February 24 Through March 1
Redevelopment Proposal Submitted for Downtown Block
Portion of Sheridan Boulevard to Temporarily Close Thursday
Seniors Invited to Participate in Aging Partners Events February 17 Through February 23
Mayor Urges Residents to Report Potholes and to Help Keep Street Repair Crews Safe
Pioneers Park Nature Center Hosts Annual Bird Count Event
Winners of Mayor's Arts Awards Announced
Resident Satisfaction Survey Deadline is February 16
Mayor to Present January Award of Excellence
Seniors Invited to Participate in Aging Partners Events February 10 Through February 16
Lincoln City Libraries Hosts Bird EnCOUNTer February 15
Local Residents at Low Risk for Coronavirus
Portion of Old Cheney Road to Close Wednesday
Portion of West "A" Street to Close Wednesday
Portion of Helen Boosalis Trail to Close for Drainage Improvements
All Lanes on Pine Lake Road Now Open
January
Sales of Vapor Products to Minors Increase in 2019
Aging Partners Caregiver Support Group Meetings Begin in February
Seniors Invited to Participate in Aging Partners Events February 3 Through February 9
78 Lincoln Nonprofits to Receive Free Internet Service for Ten Years
Book Presentation Event Set for Sunday
Mayor Names Elliott to LTU Director Position
Mayor to Host First "Mayor's Night Out"
Parks and Recreation Releases Spring Program Guide
Mayor Accepts Grant for Project to Help Foreign-Trained Professionals
Seniors Invited to Participate in Aging Partners Events January 27 Through February 2
Parks and Recreation Offers Spring Sports for Youth and Adults
Library Winter Reading Challenge Ends January 31
Registration Now Open for Parks and Recreation Summer Camps
City Crews Continue Material Spreading Operations on Icy Streets as They Prepare for Next Storm
Seniors Invited to Participate in Aging Partners Events January 20 Through 26
Meeting on Wilderness Park Bridges Set for January 23
Aging Partners Senior Centers Closed Today
Residents Invited to Share Their Vision for the Future
Friends of Pioneers Park Nature Center Annual Meeting Set for January 25
Mayor to Present December Award of Excellence
South of Downtown Meeting Set for January 16
Seniors Invited to Participate in Aging Partners Events January 13 Through 19
City Launches New Resident Satisfaction Survey
Aging Partners Offers Meal Delivery to Qualified County Residents
Waverly Senior Center to Be Closed January 15
Parks and Recreation Offers Free Fitness Classes This Winter
City Proposes Regulations on Short-Term Rentals
Lincoln City Libraries Hosts Sensory Storytimes
Seniors Invited to Participate in Aging Partners Events January 6 Through 12
Nature Center Offers Spring Birding Trips
Public Invited to Job Preparation Classes
Tree Removal to Cause Temporary Street Closure Friday
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