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Hello Lincoln! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Youth rodeo finals, Pokémon trade night, and movies in the park: zootopia 2 + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Youth rodeo spotlight: The National High School Finals Rodeo is underway in Lincoln this week, bringing more than 1,800 contestants and 100,000 visitors, with millions in expected economic impact, says Senator Tanya Storer -- read the full story.
Recognition for research excellence: UNL’s agriculture and natural resources programs ranked 40th globally in QS rankings, up from 46th, with honors for James Schnable and an NSF grant targeting toxic blooms -- read the full story.
Rail safety improvements ahead: NDOT is gathering feedback on 140 BNSF rail crossings from Omaha to Lincoln to improve safety and travel, with the public survey open now and closing in August -- read the full story.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Retired firehouse fuel: Engine House Cafe turns a historic Havelock firehouse into your go-to for comfort food, with an original wood ceiling watching over fluffy biscuits, crispy hash browns, and coffee that keeps the morning rolling. When you want a no-drama, stick-to-your-ribs start, this is the move.
Better sleep, fewer yawns: Whether your back's been grumbling or the couch has given up, Lincoln Mattress & Furniture Company makes it easy to test-drive comfy mattresses and pick pieces that actually fit your space. Local, friendly help and solid brands mean less guesswork this week, more zzz's and living-room lounging soon.
Cool-off close to home: Need an easy win this week, hit Trago Park for a low-stress lap on the trail, a quick pickup game, or maximum kid energy burn at the playground and splash pad. It’s that rare spot where everyone ends up tired and happy, including you.
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05 — The event calendar Fun for the famOur favorite upcoming kid and family-friendly events. All events are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🎮 Pokémon Trade Night & Tournament Play @ Millennial Toybox | Thursday (7/23) at 4:00 PM – Remember when your Charizard lived in a shoebox? Give it some fresh air at Millennial Toybox in Sutter Place Mall, a weekly Pokémon hang with chill trading up front, a friendly league after, and nostalgic banter. Kids, parents, and lapsed collectors all welcome, egos optional.
🐭 Movies in the Park: Zootopia 2 @ Belmont Recreation Center | Friday (7/24) at 8:45 PM – Nothing says summer like a free, kid-friendly movie on the grass, and it’s Zootopia 2 at the Belmont Rec playground. Bring chairs, a blanket, and your best dad jokes while Judy and Nick chase a rogue reptile. If weather acts up, we head indoors.
🚗 Lincoln Cars & Coffee @ Museum of American Speed | Saturday (7/25) at 8:00 AM – Lincoln’s favorite parking-lot parade returns, where you can roll in your specialty car, admire everyone else’s pride and joy, and pair caffeine with carburetors. Bring your ride for free coffee, donuts, and museum admission, and yes, it’s all no-fee to enter or spectate.
🎬 Pee-Wee's Big Adventure @ Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center | Saturday (7/25) at 11:30 AM – Family Film Fest is screening Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure, Tim Burton’s delightfully odd 1985 romp about a man, a bike, and one roundabout search. Free day-of tickets at the box office and an excuse to let the kids discover it while you quote Large Marge.
🐎 July 26 - Salt Creek Wranglers Open Show @ Salt Creek Wranglers | Sunday (7/26) at 9:00 AM – Nothing beats a day at the arena with Salt Creek Wranglers, an open show with a full slate of classes, ribbons, and barn gossip. Expect polished boots, crisp hats, and horses that mind their manners better than most kids. Low drama, high horsemanship, small-town pride.
📖 Storytime- Bluey Themed AAC @ Sower Books | Sunday (7/26) at 1:00 PM – This Bluey-themed storytime doubles as an inclusive hangout, led by an ASHA-certified speech-language pathologist. Bring kids of all stripes, AAC experience or not, and try the devices and low-tech core boards. It is wholesome, slightly chaotic, and absolutely our kind of community.
📚 Three Tales of Misadventure @ Lincoln Christian High School | Monday (7/27) at 7:00 PM – If you’ve been craving some wholesome chaos, Lincoln Christian School is staging Three Tales of Misadventure, three short plays with big heart. Expect earnest acting, ambitious props, and laughs that pair well with folding chairs, school-night energy, and a surprisingly polished curtain call.
Want more? Browse our full events calendar | Submit an event |
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07 — Lincoln report Weather forecastToday — High: 82°F — Low: 63°F — Precip: 42%
A chance of rain showers after 11am. Mostly cloudy. High near 82, with temperatures falling to around 78 in the afternoon. Northeast wind 2 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: Rain showers likely before 4am, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 63. East wind 2 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Tomorrow — High: 79°F — Low: 64°F — Precip: 77%
Showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 79. Southeast wind 3 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible. Later: A slight chance of rain showers before 7pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 7pm and 10pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 10pm and 1am, then showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 64. East southeast wind 6 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible. This house is wildLuxury custom built by Gateway Home Builders, this 5,300-square-foot home pairs serious scale with standout style. It offers 5 bedrooms, 4 baths, a home office, and a theater room for movie nights at home. The kitchen shines with custom cabinetry and a walk-in pantry, while the primary bath brings a soaker tub, zero-entry shower, and dual sinks.
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