Good morning, Lincoln.

Nebraska Task Force 1 returned home Tuesday after a deployment in south Texas aimed at helping communities prepare for severe flooding.

The team surveyed flooded areas near San Antonio, identified boat ramps and risk zones, and spoke with residents as more floodwaters are expected.

American Airlines flights are delayed nationwide because of an IT outage, affecting the three daily flights at Lincoln Airport while a FAA advisory confirmed that no in-air flights are impacted (according to ABC).

Morrill Hall, the University of Nebraska State Museum, closed Tuesday after overnight thunderstorms caused water damage on its first floor, and staff are assessing repairs (updates expected) in Lincoln.

Rock band Godsmack will perform at Pinnacle Bank Arena on Oct.

13 with special guest Dorothy as part of its Rise of Rock World Tour this fall. Tickets go on sale Friday, July 31 at 10 a.m. on Ticketmaster.

Gov. Pillen led Nebraska’s trade delegation to Japan and the Philippines to boost exports of beef, pork, wheat and low-carbon energy.

The mission included meetings with key buyers and will wrap up today with further talks on food, energy and fuel trade.

Morrill Hall was closed Tuesday after overnight thunderstorms caused water issues on its first floor and remains closed as staff assess the damage (records indicated rainfall over 5 inches per hour and winds of 60 mph near the Lincoln Airport).

Gov. Pillen traveled from Japan to the Philippines as part of Nebraska's trade delegation, where he promoted local beef, pork, wheat, and low-carbon energy in Osaka before visiting the Manila American Cemetery to honor U.S. service members.

Nebraska Task Force 1 returned to Lincoln Tuesday after helping Texas communities prepare for severe flooding.

The team surveyed areas south of San Antonio to identify boat ramps and other concerns in advance of further floodwaters.

Cyclospora concerns are spurring increased local produce interest in Lincoln as Vital Vines (run by Sydney Vecchio) and Robinette Farms report more customer questions about the safety and nutritional benefits of farm-fresh food today.

On Monday, July 27, five Lincoln Fire and Rescue paramedics were honored for saving a child's life by using the Handtevy app (created by Dr. Peter Antevy).

Fire Chief Engler and Captain Wiebe presented them with challenge coins and certificates to recognize their life-saving efforts.

Nebraska volleyball begins its 2026 season with the annual Red-White Scrimmage on Sunday, Aug.

16 at 3 p.m. at Pinnacle Bank Arena, and tickets for that scrimmage plus the Creighton match on Sept. 16 will go on sale at 10 a.m. on Thursday, July 30 (prices range from $20 to $150).

The Huskers men's basketball team will play Kansas State in an exhibition game at the BigIron Events Center in Grand Island on Monday, Oct.

26. Ticket details — tipoff and broadcast info — will be announced later this summer.

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.