Good morning, Lincoln.

A group of Nebraska veterans enjoyed a free flight in a WWII-era Boeing Stearman on Wednesday in Lincoln.

Piloted by Darryl Fisher and including 100-year-old Ted Monroe Mills, the ride honored their service + left a lasting impression.

The 15th annual Give to Lincoln Day raised over $11 million on May 28 by benefiting 497 local nonprofits and receiving more than 28,000 donations.

Sponsors provided a $650,000 match fund for each group’s share, marking the highest total in the event’s 14-year history.

Lincoln Airport is hosting a celebration today as American Airlines launches nonstop service to Dallas/Fort Worth and Chicago — offering a seasonal route to Phoenix; the event starts at 1 p.m. with light refreshments, snacks, and a photo booth and continues with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 1:30 p.m.

Live@Telegraph concert series kicks off in June with local artists performing every Wednesday from 6-9 p.m. at 330 S 21st Street; the free event, sponsored by Allo Fiber and The Mill, will run through July.

UNL faculty have filed a grievance, alleging that university leaders broke bylaws (ignoring long-held guidelines) when cutting programs, a process they say defied established procedures.

The dispute questions how budget decisions are made at the university.

UNL experts and local agencies are advising Nebraska towns to diversify and plant healthy tree species to counter aging trees and pest risks.

Grant funds and workshops help Lincoln and its neighbors plan for a sustainable urban canopy.

The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission will review a proposal to limit hunters to one deer permit instead of two at its meeting on June 12 in North Platte — the change could take effect in 2027.

Sen. Deb Fischer took a friendly shot at former Alabama coach Nick Saban during his Senate testimony on Wednesday, June 3 in Washington (Saban recalled a 1995 game when Nebraska lost to Tom Osborne's team) as Fischer later shared the exchange on social media.

Pools across Lincoln open for summer and local safety experts stress that active supervision and swim lessons are key to preventing drowning and heat-related illnesses.

Officials at the Copple Family YMCA (offering swim lessons) advise parents to keep children within arm’s reach and use sunscreen to stay safe.

Shelia Carroll, a 30-year hospice nurse, is developing Hidden Jewel Acres, a horse-centered hospice facility that offers a fresh outlook on care.

She is seeking funds, volunteers, and land (near Malcolm or Raymond) to build a space that treats patients as whole persons.

Developers from Omaha plan an 11-story residential building on the block that once held the Gold’s Building at 11th and N Streets in downtown Lincoln.

They will seek Planning Commission and City Council approval before groundbreaking this fall for a project costing 85 to 90 million dollars.

Three Husker Basketball players announced engagements last week with Cale Jacobsen (engaged to volleyball setter Bergen Reilly), Pryce Sandfort, and Sam Hoiberg, while transfer Trevan Leonhardt married on May 23.

Coach Fred Hoiberg said the news marked a joyful moment for the team ahead of the upcoming season.

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.

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.

Treat Trot - Lincoln

5k/10k/15k — Lincoln, NE — Registration fee — Beat the heat and earn a treat while running through scenic routes.

Cory Waller & The Wicked Things, Drew Phillips Band

6:30-11:30 p.m. — Bourbon Theatre — Tickets starting at $19.51 — Enjoy a night of live country music with Cory Waller & The Wicked Things and Drew Phillips Band.

City Limit | Friday Nights Live Concert Series

6:30-8:30 p.m. — SouthPointe Pavilions — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant evening of live music with local talents in a beautiful outdoor setting.

The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show

6-9 p.m. — The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel — Ticket price varies — Engage in a thrilling and interactive evening of mystery while enjoying a delicious full dinner.

Summer Camp Football for Youth

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. — YMCA Wright Park — Registration required — Train your football skills with peers in a fun summer camp setting.

Eyes Of Salt @ El Proyecto

6-10 p.m. — El Proyecto — $10 — Enjoy a night of powerful performances from Eyes Of Salt, Yosemite In Black, and Powerplay.

Zacarías Ferreira Concert

8:00 – 11:00 p.m. — The Royal Grove — Tickets from $118 — Experience the vibrant bachata rhythms of Zacarías Ferreira live in Lincoln.

Nevermind & Left of the Dial Tribute Concert

7-11 p.m. — Bourbon Theatre — $10-$20 GA, $60-$180 tables — Celebrate Nirvana and The Replacements with live tribute performances.