Good morning, Lincoln.

On June 13, three volunteer winners were honored at the Jerry Joyce Living Legacy Awards luncheon in Lincoln — Tom Mills received the Living Legacy Award, Keenan Cain earned the Humble Servant Award, and Audrey Watson received the first Cathy Blythe Caring Heart Award.

Each award comes with funds to donate to local nonprofits selected by the winners.

Police responded to a shooting on the 1100 block of Hill Street at approximately 5:38 a.m. today, where they found a 14-year-old boy shot in the buttocks and calf and a 15-year-old boy who was taken to a hospital by private citizens, with the 15-year-old in life-threatening condition — investigators are interviewing several persons of interest.

Lincoln Police found a missing local woman with dementia early Friday morning after she wandered from the area of Russ’s Market at 33rd Street and Nebraska Parkway at 8 p.m. Thursday—she returned home safely and the department thanked the public for assistance.

Former State Sen. Patty Pansing Brooks announced her 2026 run for the Nebraska Legislature after the current officeholder said she would not seek reelection.

Brooks said she will continue her work on juvenile justice, workers' rights, and public education + her campaign has received bipartisan endorsements.

Former Lincoln Senator Patty Pansing Brooks announced her candidacy for the Legislature in District 28 yesterday after Senator Jane Raybould opted not to run for re-election.

She secured endorsements from over 70 current and former officials and said she will focus on key issues—juvenile justice, human trafficking, workers' rights, public education, and healthcare access if elected.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Lincoln Saltdogs vs. Kane County Cougars

1:05 – 4:05 PM — Haymarket Park — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a thrilling baseball matchup in Lincoln.

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.

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.

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.

Lincoln Men's & Senior City Amateur Golf Tournament

54-hole stroke play event — Fri, Jun 27 – Sun, Jun 29 — Holmes Lake Park Golf Course — U.S.G.A. handicap required for entry — Compete for local honors in a spirited golf tournament.

Teen Night at Northeast YMCA

10:30 p.m. — Northeast YMCA — Free entry — Enjoy a night of basketball, swimming, and games with friends and community resources.