Good Day
Lincoln
Monday, July 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Lincoln. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 7th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ As of July 1, Memorial Stadium now allows only concession sellers aged 18 or older due to a new contract with Aramark Sports—Entertainment that ends the practice of kids selling snacks at games. The change removes a long-held opportunity for local youth to earn money and attend Husker games on a budget. Lincoln Journal Star
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Lincoln man (68-year-old John Hansen) died on Sunday when his 2003 Chevy Monte Carlo sped on Highway 41 west of Road 19 in Fillmore County, veered off the road, rolled over, and left him fully ejected while responders from the Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office and Geneva Fire and Rescue transported him to Fillmore County Hospital where he died (after immediate medical assistance was provided). KOLN
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Lincoln man was arrested after a 100 mph chase on Interstate 80 when he drove off after a stop in Sarpy County and police ended the chase near Lincoln by using stop sticks that caused his car to hit a stop sign. Lincoln Journal Star
- ➤ An Omaha man, 44-year-old Joseph Hamlin, ran from a Lincoln trooper near 24th Street and Himebaugh Avenue on Saturday — he did not show his ID, had warrants, and carried brass knuckles — before he swallowed a white powder, was taken to a hospital, and was arrested on suspicion of blocking an officer, resisting arrest, and having a deadly weapon. Nebraska Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A new Nebraska law will require all school districts to ban cellphone use in classrooms by this fall – local officials expect the change to have very minimal impacts on current policies. Lincoln Journal Star
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ An aging pole fell in central Lincoln on Saturday and caused a power outage affecting 47 people—by 9:30 a.m. on Sunday, the LES map showed that power had been restored as crews continued repairs. KOLN
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Nebraska basketball player Larry Florence died on Saturday at 49 after battling cancer — he was a four-year starter under coach Danny Nee from 1996 to 2000 and remains among Nebraska's top 20 in career points and starts. Nebraska Now
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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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Nebraska Jiu-Jitsu Championship Summer Open 2025
9 AM – 11 PM — Lincoln Christian School — Entry fees apply — Watch top competitors showcase their skills at this thrilling jiu-jitsu championship.
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Sporting KC Summer Soccer Camp
July 28-31 — Lincoln Sports Foundation — Registration fee required — A fun and engaging soccer camp for kids aged 5-14.
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HOG Night Out at HF Crave
6:30-8:30 p.m. — HF Crave — Free entry — Enjoy good food and great conversation with fellow Harley enthusiasts.
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