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Lincoln
Tuesday, July 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Lincoln. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 1st of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln Fire and Rescue urges residents to follow firework safety tips after 2024 brought 11 deaths plus nearly 15,000 injuries. They advise lighting fireworks one at a time, keeping water and safety goggles nearby, and ensuring children do not handle them. KOLN
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Drivers on I-80 in north Lincoln experienced delays Monday morning after a crash near the North 56th Street exit blocked the two right lanes (details remain unknown), prompting drivers to stay left and slow down. Nebraska Now
- ➤ A multi-vehicle crash that involved a semi and a small car occurred just before 7 a.m. under the Arbor Road overpass east of 27th Street on I-80 north Lincoln on Monday, 6/30, blocking three lanes at one point and leading to at least one hospitalization—one eastbound lane has reopened—while first responders continue working at the scene. KOLN
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Scott Wieskamp, Lincoln Public Schools' longtime director of operations, will retire Monday after nearly 26 years of overseeing construction, renovations, and new school projects—his work included more than $700 million in bond initiatives that expanded the district's facilities. His legacy reflects a career of dedicated leadership that has shaped schools throughout the community. Lincoln Journal Star
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Business owners near 33rd and A streets sought to update zoning rules for District 33, but the City Council delayed the vote when a neighborhood group was not notified due to an incorrect email. Councilman Tom Beckius offered a one-week delay—letting affected groups meet—while residents worry about changes like increased height limits. Lincoln Journal Star
SPORTS NEWS
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Open Coffee at Crescent Moon
8-9:30 a.m. — Crescent Moon Coffee — Free entry — Connect over coffee with local entrepreneurs and share insights in a casual setting.
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Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration
8-10 p.m. — Ashland Football Field — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with fireworks, parachute jumping, and fun for the whole family.
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Pickle Party at The Royal Grove
8 PM – 2 AM — The Royal Grove — General Admission: $25, VIP Admission: $40 — Experience bold beats and deep bass at a night built for the dance floor.
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Acoustic Friday at Saro Cider
5:30-7:30 p.m. — SARO Cider — Happy hour specials — Enjoy live music in a cozy atmosphere perfect for date night or gathering with friends.
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Lincoln Saltdogs vs. Sioux City Explorers
7:05-11:05 p.m. — Haymarket Park — Ticket prices vary — Catch the thrilling baseball matchup between Lincoln Saltdogs and Sioux City Explorers at home.
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Present Future
6-11 p.m. — Bourbon Theatre — Tickets starting at $27.24 — Engage in an evening filled with entertainment at this all-ages event.
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Summer Camp Volleyball for Grades 2-4
9:00 AM - 12:30 PM — YMCA Youth Sports Administrative Office — Registration required — Perfect way for young athletes to learn volleyball skills in a fun environment.
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Summer Carnival
4:30-6:30 p.m. — YMCA of Lincoln — $1.00 per person — Enjoy an afternoon filled with carnival games, face painting, and delicious food for the whole family.
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Open Coffee at Crescent Moon
8-9:30 a.m. — Crescent Moon Coffee — Free entry — Connect over coffee and stories with the local startup community in Lincoln.
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Live Music with Matt Briggs
5:30-7:30 p.m. — SARO Cider — Free entry — Enjoy live acoustic tunes alongside happy hour specials for a fun night out.
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