Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of August.
Good morning, Lincoln.
Lincoln Airport broke a 20-year record for enplanements this week as new airline services boosted travel, officials said.
Alex Wallace, a mother of three and owner of Modern Mahj Society, teaches mahjong to help locals find community and a mental reset away from their phones.
The society will host several events in September across eastern Nebraska.
Lincoln Airport broke a 20-year record for boardings this week by reaching 17,757 enplanements last July with new Breeze Airways flights and the return of American Airlines driving the jump.
Officials say the airport will grow with more flights and larger aircraft.
Lincoln Public Schools Superintendent John Skretta said teachers can use Google Gemini while students learn proper AI use during class.
He urged students to walk their e-bikes on campus & the district will offer CDL training to address the bus driver shortage.
A Lincoln resident holds a winning Nebraska Pick 5 ticket for $50,000, sold Thursday at Speedee Mart (2813, 5501 Holdrege St.).
Winners with prizes of $20,000 or more must claim in person at Lottery headquarters within 180 days.
NDHHS issued a health alert after detecting high levels of toxic blue-green algae at Cub Creek Lake (Jefferson County), which makes swimming off-limits while boating and fishing remain allowed.
The department will monitor public lakes weekly until Sept. 14.
Lincoln’s rising home prices and stagnant wages squeeze young buyers like Seth Harlan as single-family permits fall while multifamily projects increase.
City officials push affordable housing projects but many residents still struggle to secure homes amid economic pressures — hindering household formation.
Local firefighters & police will play ball ahead of today's Saltdogs game in Lincoln.
Local celebrities and first responders join the pre-game event to energize fans.
Coach Dana Holgorsen said Nebraska’s fall camp is off to a strong start as experienced players + transfers build offense chemistry; the Huskers practice on Saturday ahead of their Sept.
5 season opener, with dual-threat quarterback Anthony Colandrea adding a new twist.
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