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Jan 13, 2025 | 
msn.com | Chanel-taylar McCarthy
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Nov 27, 2024 | 
ourcommunitynow.com | Chanel-taylar McCarthy
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LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Starting at the age of 12, David “Johnny” Mann turned to alcohol and drugs for a sense of identity. “My life was about partying basically,” Mann said. “And trying to fit in with all the different crowds so that’s what I did. I never knew who I was.” At just five years old, Mann said his mother and father got a divorce. For him, separating from his father was the root of his struggles later in life.
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Aug 19, 2024 | 
1011now.com | Chanel-taylar McCarthy
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - For most flyers, TSA checkpoints are a dreaded part of travel, as lines during busy seasons can have wait times of hours. However, many airports offer TSA PreCheck options that allow passengers to breeze through checkpoints for half the time of normal searches. From Monday, August 19 through Friday, August 23, residents in or near Lincoln can enroll in TSA Precheck at LNK Airport. TSA is holding its mobile pop-up enrollment event for those who have registered online.
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Aug 15, 2024 | 
1011now.com | Chanel-taylar McCarthy
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - It’s the first week of classes for Lincoln Public Schools and the district reported a great start to the year regarding staffing. Associate Superintendent of Human Resources, Vann Price, said although the district is in “good shape” they still need to fill various positions across schools. LPS said it welcomes 300 teachers this year and only has 2 teaching positions they still need to fill. However, the district said as far as para-education, there are 40 positions open.
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Aug 14, 2024 | 
1011now.com | Chanel-taylar McCarthy
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - CenterPointe has postponed its Wednesday night concert due to the potential for inclement weather. CenterPointe said it hopes to reschedule and to keep an eye on their Facebook page for the new date. Previous Story:If you’re a fan of music, tasty BBQ, and good vibes, the local nonprofit Centerpointe is hosting an event that brings it all together. On Wednesday, the facility’s ‘Wellbeing Garden’ will be the backdrop to the festivities.
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Aug 13, 2024 | 
1011now.com | Chanel-taylar McCarthy
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - It’s week one of learning at Lincoln Public Schools. For some students, it was their first time leaving mom and dad to join new peers in a classroom setting. If you remember your first day of school it probably went a little like 5-year-old Axel’s. You’re filled with excitement initially, and then it hits you... ‘Mom’ isn’t going to be in class with you. Eventually, you warm up to the idea and begin what will be a 13-year journey.
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Aug 12, 2024 | 
1011now.com | Chanel-taylar McCarthy
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - According to the Children’s Safety Network, more than 67,000 child pedestrians are injured yearly. Over 700 of those injuries become fatal. That’s why Lincoln Public Schools has partnered with the Lincoln Police Department and Lincoln Transportation and Utilities to keep students in the capital city safe. LPD said its annual ‘Back to School Traffic Enforcement Project’ is in full drive for a smooth ride into the school year.
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Aug 9, 2024 | 
1011now.com | Chanel-taylar McCarthy
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - For the past two decades, the Center for People has worked closely with state leaders and donors to directly address the needs of those in the capital city. To celebrate 21 years of service, the Center is throwing a ‘People’s Party’s fundraising event to highlight and keep efforts going. The event will be hosted at the Robber’s Cave event area on Saturday, August 10. Executive Director, Macala Carter said there will be something at the event for everyone to enjoy.
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Aug 6, 2024 | 
1011now.com | Chanel-taylar McCarthy
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Musicians and artists from different backgrounds are gathering at Antelope Park on Saturday for a night of excitement. From August 5 to August 10, the Nebraska Crossroads Music Festival will feature multiple events around the capital city for people to enjoy. On Tuesday, the festival will present a short documentary starring Hasan Khalil, a board member of the festival who made Lincoln his home many years after leaving a refugee camp in Syria.
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Jul 31, 2024 | 
1011now.com | Chanel-taylar McCarthy
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - With the school year approaching, many families are checking off items and appointments from their to-do lists. However, for some, getting everything done is a difficult task as they fall on hard times. It is why the organizations The Malone Center and Visionary Youth are hosting a drive that not only addresses needs like socks and books, but for the 12th year, also provides free haircuts to help boost confidence.
