Good morning, Lincoln.

Pastor Tom Barber of the People’s City Mission spent 24 hours outside Hy-Vee near 84th and Holdrege during his ninth annual Gimme Shelter event from 9 a.m. Friday to 9 a.m. Saturday, collecting donated water to support people experiencing homelessness.

International students at UNL are bonding over soccer during the 2026 FIFA World Cup as Student Life and the Lincoln International Football Club create community opportunities (Josh Overocker noted the sport unites players beyond language barriers).

Owner Jordan Jackson of Birria Boss launched a food trailer to reach more customers affected by O street construction.

The move comes after a 30% drop in sales and aims to attract locals with discounts for first responders, teachers, and students.

Monday marks Juneteenth (celebrating emancipation) in Lincoln, a tradition observed since 1999 that honors the legacy of freedom.

On June 18, Lincoln health officials confirmed that mosquitoes tested positive for West Nile Virus — with no human cases reported — and they urge residents to remove standing water and use insect repellent to reduce risk.

NTV News covered local World Cup events by reporting from Lincoln’s Railyard and Kearney’s Fanatics and headed to Hastings on Friday to cover the USMNT’s second game; the network will continue sharing coverage throughout the campaign.

From Confused to Confident: Mastering Food Labels

6-7 p.m. — Champion Family Chiropractic — Free entry — Navigate grocery aisles confidently by learning to decode food labels and ingredients.

Lincoln Summer Sizzle Craft & Vendor Market

11 a.m.-8 p.m. & 12-6 p.m. — Gateway Mall — Free entry — A vibrant market featuring local vendors with unique finds, handmade goods, and summer treats.

Sean Paul Concert

6-9 p.m. — The Ice Box — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying performance of Sean Paul live in Lincoln.

Summer Music Series: Chris Sayre

2-4 p.m. — James Arthur Vineyards — Free admission — Enjoy live music by singer-songwriter Chris Sayre with wine ice cream available for purchase.

Summer Golf Clinic for Kids

4:30-5:30 p.m. — YMCA Youth Sports Administrative Office — $15 late fee after June 22 — Enhance your golf skills in this engaging clinic for grades K-8.

Carriker Chronicles Youth Football Camp 2026

9 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Lincoln Youth Football (LYF) League, Inc. — Registration fee required — Experience elite coaching from former NFL players and learn valuable football skills.

ZooFest 2026

5-11 p.m. — Zoo Bar — $35 daily or $60 weekend pass — Celebrate 53 years of The Zoo Bar with a vibrant outdoor music festival featuring an array of talented artists.

David von Kampen Choirs Performance

7-9 p.m. — Prairie Pines Nature Preserve — Free entry — Experience the enchanting jazz harmonies of award-winning composer David von Kampen and his choirs in a beautiful outdoor setting.

Youth Child Watch at Fallbrook YMCA

1-5 p.m. — Fallbrook YMCA — Registration not yet open — Reserve child watch slots for ages 12 months to 10 years at your convenience.

Dude Perfect: Squad Games Tour

7 p.m. — Pinnacle Bank Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Dude Perfect live in a fun-filled games tour.