Good morning, Lincoln.

The Salvation Army is collecting school supplies including backpacks, lunch boxes, water bottles and socks for Lincoln students as rising costs put pressure on local families.

Registration opens July 20 at 2625 Potter St and donations are accepted through Aug. 5.

The Pershing Mural restoration finished on Thursday at Wyuka Cemetery after thousands of tiles were moved from the demolished Pershing Auditorium.

Liz Shea-McCoy, founder of the project, thanked supporters for preserving a key piece of Nebraska heritage.

The village of Clatonia said a boil water order and limited usage began Thursday because of a well pump malfunction.

The order will remain until repairs and water testing are complete, with officials expecting it to end on July 22.

Taco Bell has removed shredded iceberg lettuce from select restaurants after its ingredients were linked to a cyclosporiasis outbreak that has spread to 34 states (including Nebraska), and public health officials are still testing to ensure guest safety.

The Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department confirmed five cyclospora cases in Lancaster County last Thursday.

Officials said one case was linked to international travel while the other four were acquired locally and the investigation continues to identify a common source.

On Thursday, the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services marked the fourth anniversary of 988, a three-digit suicide prevention and crisis lifeline that handled over 39,000 contacts in FY25 and helped nearly all with crisis counseling instead of emergency response.

Its growing call volumes show essential support available 24/7.

International high school athletes will compete from July 19—25 at Sandhills Global Event Center in Lincoln for the world’s largest high school rodeo.

Tickets are available online and the event will be livestreamed while competitors take part in events like bareback riding, bull riding, and barrel racing.

Rising tennis star Colton Smith is competing in the ATP Lincoln Challenger this week for a $100,000 prize.

He advanced to the quarterfinals on Thursday & looks forward to fishing and hunting during his stay in Lincoln.

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.

Sioux City Explorers vs. Lincoln Saltdogs

5-9 p.m. — Haymarket Park — Support local families while enjoying America's favorite pastime and a summer evening atmosphere.

Lost Restaurants of Lincoln Dinner

6:30-8:30 p.m. — James Arthur Vineyards — $65 per person — Savor a multi-course meal inspired by lost culinary gems of Lincoln, Nebraska.

Megan Moroney Concert

7 p.m. — Pinnacle Bank Arena — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of live music with Megan Moroney in Lincoln.

The Composer’s Mind: La Folia Global

7:30-9:00 p.m. — UNL Glenn Korff School of Music — Check event page for details — Experience a transcontinental musical journey where Baroque meets world traditions in a vibrant performance.

Riki Rachtman: One Foot in the Gutter Tour

7-11 p.m. — Bourbon Theatre — $25-$160 — Experience the engaging storytelling of rock legend Riki Rachtman on his latest tour.

Creed Fisher Meet and Greet

7-8 p.m. — 1867 Bar — General Admission ticket required for VIP — Experience an exclusive Meet and Greet with Creed Fisher and receive a goody bag full of merch.

Acoustic Jam Session

3-5 p.m. — UNL Glenn Korff School of Music — Free entry — Experience the joy of improvisation with festival artists in a delightful community setting.

The Black Crowes: Southern Hospitality Tour

7:30-11 p.m. — Pinewood Bowl Theater — Tickets available — Experience an electrifying night of rock 'n' roll with The Black Crowes and special guest Southall.