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Sunday, June 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Lincoln. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Goldenrod Pastries in Lincoln marked its tenth year in May with a Saturday celebration featuring vendors, a cake walk, cotton candy and food from Pepe’s Bistro at its 48th Street — Prescott Avenue location. Owner Angela Garbacz said the bakery has grown into an inclusive community space that welcomes all visitors. KOLN
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln Police warn Nebraskans about a text scam where a sender poses as the DMV to issue a false final notice of license revocation for unpaid fines—recipients should forward such texts to the FTC at 7726 and report them to the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center before deleting the message. KOLN
- ➤ Two people were hospitalized after a shooting in north Lincoln on Saturday—police are investigating the incident and the victims remain in serious condition. KOLN
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ After a storm ended last year's event, organizers will host an uninterrupted Star City Pride next weekend. The festival will start on June 13 at Woods Park with free admission and live entertainment while a parade will begin on June 14 at 10 a.m. around the Capitol under the theme Love is a Riot. Lincoln Journal Star
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Jim Pillen accepted responsibility for misdirecting vetoed budget bills on May 21 that affected Nebraska’s two-year budget, noting the error came when the bills were sent to the wrong office. He said his team will review many of the proposed spending cuts in 2026—work that aims to clarify the line-item veto process. Nebraska Examiner
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former NCAA champion and two-time All-American AJ Ferrari joined the Nebraska wrestling team as a redshirt junior with two years of eligibility, coach Mark Manning said—Ferrari posted a 51—2 career record at Oklahoma State and Cal State Bakersfield and will add strength to a program that finished as national runner-up last season. KNOP
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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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Paper Canaries Live Performance
9:00 p.m. — Zoo Bar — $10.00 — Experience trombone fronted Prog-Jazz to melt your face featuring Shawn Bell and his band.
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Lincoln Saltdogs vs. Kane County Cougars
1:05 – 4:05 PM — Haymarket Park — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a thrilling baseball matchup in Lincoln.
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Breakthrough Basketball Shooting & Ball Handling Camp
June 24-26 — Lincoln Sports Foundation — Registration required — Elevate your basketball skills with expert coaching and intensive drills in shooting and ball handling.
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AMA Lincoln Coffee Happy Hour
9-10 a.m. — The Coffee House — Free entry — Start your day with a hot cup of inspiration and connect with local marketers.
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Open Coffee Gathering at Crescent Moon
8-9:30 a.m. — Crescent Moon Coffee — Free entry — Share coffee and insights with the Lincoln startup community every Thursday morning.
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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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