Good morning, Lincoln.

Families beat the heat at Trago Park's splash pad on Monday afternoon as rising temperatures spurred free water fun for locals in a neighborhood setting - the splash pad offered a budget-friendly way to cool off while nearby pools are open later this week.

A Lincoln mom defied a 3-month prognosis five years ago and now faces challenges with frequent drives — taking her 4-year-old daughter in a wheelchair to Omaha for medical appointments — as she asks the community for support.

Cole Swindell (popular country singer) will perform a post-game concert on Sept.

19 following the Husker football game against North Dakota at Memorial Stadium. Game tickets include the concert, and concert field passes will be available starting in July.

The Bishop Neumann High School marching band will fly to Washington tomorrow to perform in the National Independence Day Parade for America’s 250th anniversary.

The band’s 53 students packed their equipment Monday and will tour monuments and join a Potomac River dinner cruise after the event — receiving community support.

A Nebraska Lottery ticket sold at Casey’s on 120 S.

90th St. in Lincoln won $150,000 in the Pick 5 draw on Saturday but remains unclaimed. Winners must claim prizes over $20,000 in person within 180 days of the drawing.

The NU Board of Regents approved a multimillion-dollar buyout of Nebraska Medicine Monday.

The vote updates its governance by ending Clarkson Regional Health Services leadership from Tuesday and shifting temporary oversight to the Omaha Community Foundation starting July 1.

Branched Oak Observatory in Raymond is asking Lancaster County to amend zoning rules so its five-and-a-half acre site can officially host stargazing after welcoming over 150,000 visitors since 2015.

A public hearing on the proposal is set for Tuesday, July 21 at 9 a.m., as officials review input from neighbors and supporters.

Lincoln officials advise residents to follow fireworks ordinances set for sale from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. on July 3 and from 8 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. on July 4 to ensure a safe holiday weekend + only experienced adults should handle fireworks while following fire safety tips to protect the community during the 250th anniversary celebrations.

The 2026 All-Star Game will be aired live on MLB Network at 7:30 p.m. CDT on Wednesday, Jul.

15 at Haymarket Park in Lincoln, where the Saltdogs will celebrate their 25th season with festivities including youth clinics, banquets + a firework show.

Cole Swindell will perform a post-game concert at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Sept.

19 after the Nebraska Ag Day home game against North Dakota. Husker game tickets (with optional concert field passes available starting in July) go on sale today.

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.

Half Rox - July HYROX Event at BFT Lincoln

7 a.m. - 2 p.m. — BFT Lincoln — Limited spots available — Test your fitness in Nebraska's premier HYROX simulation with half the distance and all the energy.

Corrosion of Conformity Live

10 AM - 9 PM — Bourbon Theatre — Tickets available — Catch the reunion of Corrosion of Conformity with Pepper Keenan in Lincoln.