Good morning, Lincoln.

Lincoln's loved Runza is competing in USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for Best Regional Fast Food and urges fans to cast daily votes through USA TODAY’s website.

The restaurant currently ranks second among 20 competitors.

In mid-April, Centennial Public School increased law enforcement presence and informed families after five threatening TikTok videos targeted staff, and authorities later cited one juvenile following an investigation of the anonymous posts.

The Nebraska Department of Labor reported that the unemployment rate held at 3% in May + the state's labor force reached 1,101,499 while the national rate was 1.3% higher, tying Nebraska for the fifth lowest unemployment nationwide.

Lincoln Public Schools unveiled a $586.4M budget proposal that will increase spending by nearly 5% while keeping property taxes at $1.02 per $100 valuation (balancing new initiatives with stable local rates).

Nebraska Game and Parks announced on Monday the first live little brown bat sighting in eastern Nebraska since 2016.

Caught in a mist net at Platte River State Park during a spring survey, the bat (a rare find amid white-nose syndrome) signals local survival.

Lincoln's Saltdogs lost their series opener 5-2 to the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks Monday night at Newman Outdoor Field (Jake Hjelle and Jacob Morrow homered) with 2,816 fans in attendance; game two is set for Tuesday at 7:02 p.m.

Husker fans will tee off inside Memorial Stadium this October when Upper Deck Golf sets up custom greens on the upper deck for rounds on Friday, Oct.

16 and Saturday, Oct. 17 from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. — early registration opens in September.

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.

Boondox Band at Friday Nights Live

6:30-8:30 p.m. — SouthPointe Pavilions — Free entry — Experience an evening of diverse live music under the summer skies.