Good morning, Lincoln.

NPPD broke ground on the Princeton Road Station in southern Lancaster County Friday, starting work on a project that will generate 694 megawatts of power — enough to power about 318,000 homes.

It is expected to begin operating in 2029.

U.S. Senate hopeful Dan Osborn highlighted his campaign’s Q2 fundraising in Omaha Thursday, with grassroots donations nearly doubling Sen. Ricketts’ funds when excluding personal contributions, and his run qualified for the ballot by collecting over 6,000 voter signatures (exceeding state requirements).

Lancaster County District Court stopped enforcement of the City’s minimum-wage ordinance, with Attorney General Mike Hilgers describing it as an unlawful approach that bypassed the State’s Wage and Hour Act modifications — the ruling bars the City from enforcement as State litigation continues.

UNL announced it will cut $13.9 million (5% of its budget) following Gov. Jim Pillen's appeal to reduce spending for taxpayer relief.

The cuts will delay planned improvements in classrooms, technology and infrastructure.

GroundUp Restaurants (owner of Honest Abe's, Stauffer's Cafe, Vic's Pizza, and Guppies Food Services) pulled bagged lettuce, spinach, and berries from its menus as a precaution after the Health Department confirmed five cyclosporiasis cases in Lancaster County.

The 78th annual National High School Finals Rodeo will take place in Lincoln from July 19 to 25, and local cowboys and cowgirls—who qualified last month with strong state finishes—are set to compete in events from bull riding to steer wrestling.

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.