Page 14 2026 Animal Stories Lincoln Daily News February 2026 “It’s family friendly,” she said. “The people who do come here, they enjoy coming here, and they come again and again. I’ve got quite a few regulars and they just sit and talk for hours.” Despite being located just outside town, she said many residents are still unaware the café is open to the public. “Most of them say, ‘I didn’t know it existed,’ and then they ride past here every day,” she said. The arena itself hosts a variety of events throughout the year, primarily Western riding competitions such as barrel racing, pole bending and rodeo-style activities. Organizations often rent the facility for events, though Vandenberg also organizes some events herself. “We try to do one a week,” she said. “At the moment we’re busy with the winter series, which is one a month.” In addition to horse events, the arena has expanded into new activities, including remote control car competitions and go-kart racing. These events have attracted visitors from multiple states—and even internationally.
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