Good morning, Lincoln.

Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird and city officials cut the ribbon on the new Union at Antelope Valley today.

The $52.7 million project will provide 187 affordable housing units for people earning less than 60% of the area median income and features a fitness center, dog park, parking garage, and courtyard with a playground — part of the city’s plan to add 5,000 new affordable homes by 2030.

On Tuesday, a driver from Palmyra who is 56 years old pleaded not guilty to misdemeanor motor vehicle homicide for the death of Nebraska State Trooper Kyle McAcy, who was struck after he asked the snowplow to move following a Feb.

17 crash on Interstate 80 — his next court hearing is set for Oct. 21.

Lincoln Public Schools and the city have proposed an agreement that will raise the cost to assign Lincoln Police Department officers in schools — a move intended to update school safety measures.

Today, the Nebraska Community Blood Bank invites Lincoln residents to donate blood as summer donations have slowed; anyone who donates until September 3 will be entered into a sweepstakes for an all-expenses-paid vacation for two — the winner also receives a $1,500 Flightgift card for airfare.

Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln received a $10 million upgrade that improved fan experience with a new center scoreboard over 12 feet taller and increased pixels alongside 350 new WiFi access points and a 10GB network upgrade.

The improvements, funded by the West Haymarket Joint Public Agency, mark the first major updates since 2013 and more enhancements will come soon—officials said.

Nebraska will launch a new pregame fan fest inside the Hawks Championship Center at Memorial Stadium on Sept.

6 as it hosts Akron for its home opener. Bud Light will offer live entertainment by Maddie — Tae, kids' activities, food and autographs, and fans can join without a game ticket.

Nebraska football will host free pregame events for Husker fans this season—held at the Hawks Championship Center, the Cornhusker Kickoff will offer live music, kids’ activities, food, and Husker gear and will debut ahead of the Akron game with doors opening four hours before kickoff except when games start at 11 a.m., then at 7 a.m.

Cleburne Railroaders vs. Lincoln Saltdogs

7:05-10:05 p.m. — Haymarket Park — Ticket prices vary — Catch the thrilling action of independent baseball with the Cleburne Railroaders taking on the Lincoln Saltdogs.

2025 Nebraska Cornhuskers Football Season Tickets

12:55-2:25 PM — Memorial Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrill of every home game for the Cornhuskers this season.

Teen Night at Northeast YMCA

10:30 p.m. — Northeast YMCA — Free entry — Engage in basketball, swimming, and games at this fun-filled night for teens aged 11-15.

Raymond Car Show

12-4 p.m. — James Arthur Vineyards — Free entry — Celebrate classic cars with live music, food, and crafts at this local favorite event.

2025 Tire Rack SCCA Solo Nationals

Mon-Fri, Sep 1-5 — Lincoln Airport — $224 registration fee — Experience the high-speed thrills of autocross at the Tire Rack SCCA Solo National Championships.

10cc Concert

6:00-8:30 p.m. — Bourbon Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening with legendary band 10cc performing live in Lincoln.

Nebraska Cornhuskers Women's Volleyball vs. Wright State Raiders

7 p.m. — Bob Devaney Sports Center — Check event page for ticket prices — Cheer on the Cornhuskers as they take on the Raiders in an exciting volleyball match.

As Tides Rise Concert

5-9 p.m. — The Royal Grove — Check local listings for ticket prices — Enjoy an evening of emotional tunes from As Tides Rise, featuring the hit 'Losing Myself.'

Cosmic Charlie Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Bourbon Theatre — Cost info unavailable — Enjoy high-energy Grateful Dead tunes from Athens, GA as Cosmic Charlie takes the stage.

Bronwyn Keith-Hynes Concert

12-3 a.m. — Nebraska Innovation Campus (NIC) — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of Bluegrass music in Lincoln with Bronwyn Keith-Hynes.