Good morning, Lincoln.

Lincoln Public Schools have 18,826 students on free and reduced lunch who will need food over the summer as break approaches in two weeks — community groups like Matt Talbot Kitchen & Outreach and Little Free Pantries are preparing to help by increasing food availability and calling for volunteer support.

Early Tuesday morning, a Ford sedan crossed into the opposite lane on Highway 79 near West Bluff Road and hit a semitrailer north of Lincoln, killing the driver as Highway 79 remains closed between West Bluff and West Waverly Roads.

Authorities identified Thomas Heath, 61, as the man killed in a crash east of Lincoln that occurred at about 12:30 p.m. on Monday on O Street near 162nd Street when his Ford Focus drifted into the opposite lane and collided with an SUV, whose driver was treated for minor injuries at the scene.

An 18-year-old Nebraska wrestler, Colin McAlister, was arrested at 11:55 p.m. on Saturday when UNL police responded to a report of someone trying to set a dorm door on fire in a residence hall; he has been dismissed from the wrestling team and his hearing is set for June 5 in Lancaster County Court.

Micheal Cornejo (29), a Michigan man who shot at a north Lincoln hotel last year, was sentenced to 18 to 26 years in prison, a term that is cut in half by Nebraska’s good time law and came as part of a plea deal that dropped four additional felony charges.

Country singer Rodney Atkins will perform at the Ice Box in Lincoln on Friday, June 20 at 8 p.m.—the hockey arena and home of the Lincoln Stars will host an intimate summer country concert with the Drew Phillips Band opening the show.

The American Job Center will host an outdoor career fair on May 23 from 9 a.m. to noon on the sixth floor of the parking garage above its center at 1330 N St.—attendees can park for free at the Park & Go garage at 14th and N streets by entering their license plate number at the kiosks and will have the chance to meet employers like the State of Nebraska and Lincoln Electric System.

Jon Oberg, a former state agency director, has threatened a lawsuit if a governor-backed plan proceeds to transfer $15 million from the Environmental Trust to cover a budget gap, arguing the funds should support conservation projects.

The state budget bills will shift the money over the next two years and face a final vote on Thursday — a move Oberg says could permanently change the trust’s purpose.

Marissa Kastanek, a former professional guard from Lincoln who played in Europe and at NC State, joined the Nebraska women’s basketball program as a graduate assistant manager for the 2025-26 season, head coach Amy Williams announced on May 12.

She will share her experience with student-athletes, including her season with VBW Arka Gdynia—where she averaged 9.6 points per game and led the team to a league championship in Poland.

Open Coffee Networking Event

8-9:30 a.m. — Crescent Moon Coffee — Free entry — Gather with local entrepreneurs over coffee and share insights in a casual setting.

Parents Night Out at YMCA

5-9 p.m. — YMCA of Lincoln — Cost varies — Kids engage in games, crafts, and activities while parents enjoy a night out.

XIII Minutes Live Performance

6:00-11:30 p.m. — Gray’s Keg — Entry fee not specified — Enjoy a night of hard rock and metal with Tulsa's own XIII Minutes.

Winnipeg Goldeyes at Lincoln Saltdogs

1:05-5:05 p.m. — Haymarket Park — Enjoy a thrilling baseball game as the Winnipeg Goldeyes take on the Lincoln Saltdogs.

iDKHOW Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Bourbon Theatre — $29 — Experience a night of lively music with iDKHOW at Bourbon Theatre.

Nikki Hill Concert

6-10 p.m. — Zoo Bar — Ticket info not provided — Experience the fiery performance of Carolina girl Nikki Hill live.

Open Coffee Networking at Crescent Moon

8-9:30 a.m. — Crescent Moon Coffee — Free coffee — Connect with Lincoln's startup community over a morning brew and casual conversations.

Acoustic Friday @ Saro Cider

5:30-9 p.m. — SARO Cider — Free entry — Kick off the weekend with local acoustic tunes and delicious ciders in downtown Lincoln.

Irreverent Warriors Silkies Sand Volleyball Tournament

8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Spikes Beach Bar & Grille — $120 per team — Participate in a fun-filled volleyball tournament to support veterans and win cash prizes!

Destined Rivals Pre-Release

Time TBA — HobbyTown — $35 entry — Compete in a Sealed Deck Format event with a Build and Battle Pack to create your own Pokémon deck.