Good Day
Lincoln
Friday, May 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Lincoln. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local business owner Destiny Hadcock (from Fremont) started Business Besties Service Swap (Nebraska) to help women-owned businesses save money while trading skills; the Facebook group now has over 100 members and has expanded to include co-ed participation for all local trades. Nebraska Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Lincoln Stars named Artt Brey as their ninth head coach yesterday; Brey (a familiar face who served as associate head coach for five seasons) expressed gratitude and plans to build a strong team culture. Nebraska Now
- ➤ The Lincoln Stars named Artt Brey as head coach after five seasons as assistant coach. The team will begin preparations at the Ice Box for its 31st season this fall+ Brey brings championship and player development experience from his playing days. KFOR
- ➤ On May 20, the Saltdogs split a doubleheader at Haymarket Park with Sioux City—losing the first game 6-0 and winning the second 3-2 to earn their first season win under manager James Frisbie. KFOR
- ➤ Former Nebraska football tight end Heinrich Haarberg signed with the Carolina Panthers after a strong Pro Day at Nebraska. The Kearney native spent five years at Nebraska and ran a 4.55-second 40-yard dash & recorded eight catches in 2025 as he enters the 2026 draft class. Nebraska Now
- ➤ Senior Miguel Solano scored the winning goal on Wednesday at Creighton University’s Morrison Stadium to give Lincoln Southwest a 1-0 state championship win in Class A boys soccer, earning the team its second title in program history. KFOR
- ➤ The Nebraska men's basketball team will present the cinematic recap 'Watch and Dream' at Rococo Theatre on Monday, June 15 (doors open at 6:00 p.m. for player autographs and a live Q&A with Kent Pavelka follows), giving fans a chance to relive the season's highlights before the YouTube release on June 22. Nebraska Now
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Brantley Gilbert Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Pinewood Bowl Theater — Tickets from $70 — Enjoy an evening with Brantley Gilbert in Lincoln's scenic outdoor venue.
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2026 Nonprofit Games
6-9 p.m. — Talon Room — $50,000 goal for a silent auction — Engage in fun competitions while supporting local nonprofits at this energetic fundraising event.
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Karaoke Night
9 p.m. — Bourbon Theatre — Free for 21+, $5 for under 21 — Come sing and be merry with secret prizes throughout the night.
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Savannah Dexter – DAMAGE CONTROL TOUR
6-8:30 p.m. — Bourbon Theatre — $25 General Admission — Experience an evening with Savannah Dexter on her DAMAGE CONTROL TOUR with options for VIP packages and table seating.
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Between The Buried And Me Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Bourbon Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the progressive metal sounds of Between The Buried And Me live in Lincoln.
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Summer Golf Clinic for Youth
4:30-5:30 p.m. — Jim Ager Golf Course — Registration required — A fun and educational four-week golf clinic for kids in K through 8th grade.
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Chris Cain Live Performance
5:00 PM - Midnight — Zoo Bar — Tickets available — Experience the incredible blues sounds of Chris Cain with a captivating performance.
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Hardwood Dash | Friday Nights Live Concert Series
6:30-8:30 p.m. — SouthPointe Pavilions — Free entry — Soak up the sun with local talent and great vibes at this outdoor concert series.
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Joslyne DeBonis Standup Comedy Night
8-9:30 p.m. — Backswing Brewing Co. — $15 online/$20 at the door — Enjoy an evening of laughs with Joslyne DeBonis and her friends in a local brewery setting.
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Treat Trot - Lincoln
5k/10k/15k — Lincoln, NE — Registration fee — Beat the heat and earn a treat while running through scenic routes.
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