Good morning, Lincoln.

Lincoln gardeners can donate extra produce to local food pantries through the Harvest for Hunger initiative, which aims to reduce food waste and support neighbors facing food insecurity.

Growers sign up at ampleharvest.org to connect with the nearest pantry.

The USGS and UNL released a new Nebraska map on Monday, Aug.

31 that updates the state’s geological details by using LiDAR and 3D Elevation Program data + it fills a gap since 1986 by showing sediment cover and the expansive Sand Hills.

Lincoln residents are invited to take an online survey for a downtown parking study open until Sept.

23. The 12-month study will collect community input to help city planners improve parking and curbside access in the growing downtown area.

Lincoln Fire and Rescue will host the Acts of Service Blood Drive on Friday, Sept.

11 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thirty minutes earlier, a memorial will honor 9/11 victims with a moment of silence, flag raising and pipe and drum service at the Lincoln Community Blood Bank.

Lincoln Airport sees a surge in travel from sports fans as fall games begin; fans fly out for Husker volleyball at Wrigley Field later this week and for Husker football, with new nonstop flights to Chicago easing the journey + sparking local game-day excitement.

Senior middle blocker Andi Jackson left the game with an apparent ankle injury during the third set as the Huskers swept South Dakota State in Brookings.

Head coach Dani Busboom Kelly said she is fine and will not use crutches — her participation in weekend Chicago matches remains uncertain.