Completing a Firearm Hunter & Bowhunter Education course is required for all Nebraska hunters age 12 through 29 who hunt any species with a firearm, air gun, bow and arrow or crossbow.
As summer ends and school starts back up again, you will soon see more school buses on your morning/afternoon commute. Do your homework - refresh your memory on when to stop for school buses! ๐๐
After 26 years, today is Fire Captain Leaf's last day with Lincoln Fire & Rescue. Jeff, we congratulate you on your service to LFR and we wish you a wonderful retirement!
Our Lincoln Water System teammates were out today repairing a broken water valve @ the intersection of North 56th & โRโ streets! These repairs are essential in maintaining Lincolnโs infrastructure. Fun fact: the valve they replaced was more than 50 years old!
Join our team! #LNK is hiring for a Chief Communications Officer. This role will shape the future of communications for the Cityโs initiatives and services by overseeing the communications efforts of City departments. #LNK
A new contract negotiated by the Lincoln Police Union and City of #LNK makes @Lincoln_Police officers the highest paid in NE. Providing a competitive wage and benefits package positions the City to attract and retain talent to keep the community safe.
Here are some great safety tips from our friends at @Lincoln_Police as we head back to school!
Remember, safety is a team effort. Thanks for doing your part to help keep Lincoln safe! ๐
Lincoln Police@Lincoln_Police
๐จRemember! -Be on the lookout for school zones, watch for flashing yellow lights ๐ก -Expect โฌ๏ธ traffic in school zones -Slow down when entering, driving through & exiting school zones โ ๏ธ -Watch for walkers! ๐ถโโ๏ธ -Always stop for school buses ๐ -Put the cell phone down! ๐ต
๐จRemember! -Be on the lookout for school zones, watch for flashing yellow lights ๐ก -Expect โฌ๏ธ traffic in school zones -Slow down when entering, driving through & exiting school zones โ ๏ธ -Watch for walkers! ๐ถโโ๏ธ -Always stop for school buses ๐ -Put the cell phone down! ๐ต
In addition to normal school zone enforcement, LPD is conducting its โBack to Schoolโ Traffic Safety Enforcement Project Aug 5- Sep 9, grant funded by @NebraskaDOT, which means extra officers on patrol to keep walkers, bus riders & drivers safe ๐๐
#DYK in August, butterflies are plentiful as they seek out food sources amongst the blooming prairie plants. Thousands of swallowtails, painted ladys, monarchs, & numerous other butterfly species complete their life cycle in the native prairies of NE.
South 70th Street b/w Rokeby and Saltillo roads is now closed for a roundabout and watermain installation project.
This project will expand water services to the area and enhance access to Standing Bear High School, which is currently under construction.
City of Lincoln, Nebraska@CityOfLincoln
๐ง South 70th Street between Rokeby and Saltillo roads is now closed.
The recommended detour is Rokeby Road to South 84th Street to Saltillo Road.
#LNK makes @Livability's list of 100 best places to live, where โyouโll find a growing craft beer scene, a strong economy and lots of friendly people." https://t.co/6bGqKkNuZF
๐ง ๐๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ฑ๐ ๐๐ฝ! Wagon Train SRA lake will be chemically renovated Aug. 10, weather depending, to remove the existing fish population. Activities at the rec area, about 2 miles east of Hickman, will be limited that day.
Are you looking for a new exciting career? This could be you! LFR is currently accepting applications for FF and FF/P. Application period closes at 11:59 p.m. Sunday Aug 7. Waste no more time, start your new career in 2022.
Sergeant Price is known better out of uniform as Coach Price. Volunteering as a coach & mentor for the North Star HS football team, he spends his time helping these young men get ready for the gridiron & life beyond. #LNK isn't just where we work. It's home. #CommunityPolicing ๐
Crash Reconstruction investigators have completed their work at the scene & all streets have reopened for regular traffic. LPD urges anyone with info or video from this crash to call 402-441-6000 or Crime Stoppers at 402-475-3600.
The SUV came to rest on its roof w/the driver, a 47-year-old female from Lincoln, trapped inside. LFR were able to remove her & provide aid. She was transported to the hospital w/serious injuries. No other individuals involved received injuries requiring hospitalization.
LPD investigating a 3 vehicle crash, occurred on 1st & Cornhusker at 12:07 p.m. Investigation determined a red SUV SB on N 1st & ran the red @ Cornhusker. The SUV was then struck by a blue pickup EB on Cornhusker. The collision caused the SUV to roll & land on a black SUV.
The intersection of North first and cornhusker Highway is now open. Please resume normal traffic and drive safely, thank you for your patience.
Lincoln Police@Lincoln_Police
The Lincoln Police Department is assisting Lincoln Fire and Rescue with a multiple vehicle accident at 1st and Cornhusker Hwy. The intersection will be closed for a significant period of time. Please use alternate routes until further notice
The Lincoln Police Department is assisting Lincoln Fire and Rescue with a multiple vehicle accident at 1st and Cornhusker Hwy. The intersection will be closed for a significant period of time. Please use alternate routes until further notice
Catching your next fish isnโt all luck. Successful anglers have mastered the basics. Whether you are new to angling or returning, here are some great fishing resources: https://t.co/fHHigQv2k0
Happy #NationalDiskGolfDay! Nebraska's state parks have several disk golf courses where you can test out your skills:
โก๏ธ Chadron State Park โก๏ธ Eugene T. Mahoney State park โก๏ธ Branched Oak State Recreation Area โก๏ธ Indian Cave State Park โก๏ธ Fort Kearny SRA
One day left to get those applications in! Lincoln Fire & Rescue is accepting applications for Firefighters and Firefighter/Paramedics through 11:59 p.m. Sunday August 7. Get your application filled out today.
Get registered for the Herbal Festival from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, August 13, at the Pioneers Park Nature Center. The festival will offer refreshments, garden tour and classes on herbal tincture and tea drying. $40/person. Preregistration required. #LNK
The fountains in our parks and gardens are not designed for human interaction including wading, splashing, or bathing. These spaces that include water features at parks and gardens are beautiful and enticing to interact with but please refrain from doing so. #LNK
Chances of encountering this little golden-brown trout are probably less than winning the recent big lottery payout. But, you just never know what you are going to find out there!
The schedule is as follows: ๐โโ๏ธ August 6 and August 7: Closed ๐โโ๏ธ August 8 through August 11: Open from 1 p.m to 6 p.m. ๐โโ๏ธ August 12 through August 14: Closed
Sometimes, all you need is a little road, a beautiful sunrise, & time for yourself to get a fresh perspective on things. ~kmk Have a great Friday! #nebraska #Friday #platteriver #sunrise #goodmorning #newday #morningmotivation
Do you like to be challenged and have every day look different? Us too! Come join our team.
Lincoln Fire & Rescue is accepting applications for Firefighters and Firefighter/Paramedic through Sunday (August 7 ). Don't miss another opportunity, apply TODAY!
This week LNK Board Member, John Olsson spoke at the Genlnk-LIBAโs Young Professionals event, Lincoln Voting 101 with a goal to educate members on all the various offices that they have the ability to run for and vote on that impact local businesses and all of us as citizens.
Our Director of Communications, Rachel Barth was on @KLINRadio today to discuss our LNK Terminal Modernization project, new @united flight to Houston, Texas and of course our next movie night on Aug. 19th Disneyโs Planes presented by @FlyCommutAir.
In the Nebraska National Forests and Grasslands you can find quiet, undeveloped spaces. From hiking trails, bird watching, to hunting and fishing, these grasslands offer excellent recreational opportunities.
Debating on baiting prior to the hunting season this fall? The Hunt Nebraska crew talks about what baiting is and the use of attractants. They also discuss the new regulations for baiting in the state of Nebraska.
Lincolnโs Wastewater System is the combination of 1,025 miles of sanitary wastewater lines, 17,500 manholes and 15 pumping stations that collect wastewater and transport it to two municipal water resource facilities; Theresa Street and Northeast.
On our latest episode of Outdoor Nebraska Radio, our hosts interview Alex Duryea, @NEgameandparks Recreational Trails Manager, about some of Nebraska's most challenging hiking trails.
