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Saturday, May 31st, 2025
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Good morning, Lincoln. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln Parks and Recreation Department and YMCA announced a partnership to offer free and low-cost fitness classes at two community centers, funded partly by a grant from the Nebraska Presbyterian Foundation. The six-week program will start with free trial classes on June 3 at Air Park and June 2 at Easterday to help residents improve their health and stay active. KOLN
- ➤ A local chapter of Sleep in Heavenly Peace built 20 new beds for kids in need on Friday with help from Principal Financial. Doug Obermeier said the nonprofit aims to support 8,000 to 9,000 children who have never had their own bed in Lincoln. Nebraska Now
- ➤ The Lincoln Community Foundation’s 14th Give to Lincoln Day set a new record by raising over $9.3 million for local nonprofits during an event that ran from May 1 until Thursday; more than 500 organizations took part and the event has raised $65 million since 2012 — marking a milestone in local giving. KOLN
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Lancaster County Sheriff's Office reported receiving over 100 calls Friday morning from residents who received automated messages from a hidden number claiming they had a warrant for missing jury duty — the scam used an artificial intelligence voice and officials urged people to ignore the calls. Lincoln Journal Star
- ➤ The Nebraska Supreme Court ruled Friday that the lower court’s order denying Aubrey Trail’s request to leave death row stands—Trail was first sentenced to death in 2021 after killing Sydney Loofe in 2017. KOLN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, the Foster Care Review Office gave its June report to the legislature, showing 4,142 children were in out-of-home care as of March 31 and noting a 12.3% rise in youths involved with both DHHS and juvenile probation. The report also shows most DHHS children are in family-like settings — with over half placed with relatives — and calls for more support for these young people and their families. KOLN
- ➤ Lawmakers approved the governor's two appointees, Dr. Monica Oldenburg (34 to 11) and Lorelle Mueting (27 to 16), to the Nebraska Medical Cannabis Commission on Friday despite opposition from long-term advocates worried that patient access might be delayed. The six-year commission will set rules for medical cannabis dispensaries with regulations due July 1 and licensing scheduled to start by Oct. 1. Nebraska Examiner
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department said that smoke from Canadian wildfires may lower air quality for Lancaster County this weekend and advised children, older adults and people with lung or heart problems to stay indoors if they feel sick. The smoke is expected to reach unhealthy levels later today through Sunday noon. KOLN
SPORTS NEWS
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Wiz Khalifa Concert
8 PM — Bourbon Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience a night with the man known for his laid-back vibes and catchy tunes.
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The Big Run 5K
6 p.m. — Haymarket Park — Entry fee varies — Celebrate running on Global Running Day with friends and high-fives at this lively 5K event.
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Workshop for Healthcare Facility Water System Safety
8 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Embassy Suites by Hilton Lincoln — $500 for vendor booths — Explore strategies to prevent waterborne pathogen risks in healthcare facilities.
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Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks at Lincoln Saltdogs
6:05–10:05 PM — Haymarket Park — Tickets available — Enjoy an exciting night of American baseball action.
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Adult-Child Golf Tournament
1-5 p.m. — Jim Ager Golf Course — Fee includes golf round — Compete in a fun scramble format tournament for families and support the YMCA Annual Campaign.
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Summer Camp Golf 1
9 AM - 12 PM — Holmes Lake Park Golf Course — Registration required — A fun golf camp for youth in grades 3rd-8th to improve skills and enjoy the sport.
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Open Coffee Networking Event
8-9:30 a.m. — Crescent Moon Coffee — Free entry — Connect over coffee with the vibrant startup community in Lincoln, Nebraska.
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The Annual Nebraska Hospitality Awards Celebration
5:30-9:30 p.m. — Embassy Suites by Hilton Lincoln — $80 per person — An evening of networking with a cocktail reception, buffet meal, and silent auction supporting hospitality education.
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Artificial Intelligence Discussion Group
6:30-9 p.m. — Don't Panic Labs — Free entry — Dive into the latest in AI and ML with local discussions on theory and application.
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Open Coffee Networking Event
8-9:30 a.m. — Crescent Moon Coffee — Free entry — Engage with the startup community over coffee and share insights and experiences.
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Beautician
Bailey Pointe Assisted Living at Van Dorn is seeking a Beautician to lease the resident Salon beginning July 1, 2025. The Beautician will have the opportunity to set their own rates and establish a clientele of over 70 permanent residents. The operator is responsible for providing their own supplies and will post regular hours of business. Must possess current NE Cosmetology Salon license. If interested in this unique opportunity, please call 402-486-0011.
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