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Friday, June 5, 2026

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Good morning, Lincoln. Today we're watching the Friday evening storm window and a weekend calendar with First Friday, Flatland Juggling Festival, Movies in the Park, and the Haymarket Farmers' Market. Plus, quick hits and events below.

⛈️ High near 88 F, mostly sunny before afternoon and evening storm chances.

Need To Know

Severe storms could affect Friday evening plans

Friday starts warm and humid, with the National Weather Service calling for a high near 88 F and a chance of storms after 1 PM. The stronger planning window is later: the Storm Prediction Center placed central and eastern Nebraska under a slight risk for severe storms Friday afternoon into the night, with large hail, damaging winds, and a low tornado risk possible.

Local forecasts are most focused on the late afternoon and evening. If storms fire near southeast Nebraska, outdoor events, ballfields, patios, and the evening drive could need a backup plan. Keep alerts on before heading out, especially after 4 PM.

Quick Hits

HazToGo and GoodToGo are in seasonal extended hours through August, with Wednesday hours running to 6 PM and regular Friday and third-Saturday hours still listed for household hazardous waste and reuse-store visits. Details

Lori Sippel is retiring after 37 seasons on Nebraska softball's coaching staff and 41 total seasons with the program as a player and coach. Her run included 18 conference titles, 26 NCAA Tournament appearances, and six Women's College World Series trips. Huskers

Nebraska men's basketball will face Missouri in Kansas City on Dec. 13, adding a regional nonconference game to the winter calendar. 10/11, KLKN

The City Council meets Monday afternoon, with public comment scheduled for the second regular meeting of the month. The city also notes parking validation options while the public lot north of the County-City Building is closed for construction. Meeting details, Council page

Property valuation protests remain open for Lancaster County property owners through June 30. The county says early filings or filings after the deadline can't be accepted as timely. County FAQ

Bright Spot

Capital Humane Society has a June adoption promotion reducing fees by 50% for cats and kittens five months and older, and its Kitten Shower is scheduled for Sunday at the Pieloch Pet Adoption Center. Details

Events

Friday, June 5

First Friday Artwalk brings monthly gallery and business openings across downtown Lincoln, including June show openings at the Burkholder Project. Details: downtownlincoln.org.

Friday-Sunday, June 5-7 Jun 5

Flatland Juggling Festival brings beginner lessons, workshops, open juggling, and a public show to Lux Middle School. Details: lincoln.org.

Saturday, June 6

Haymarket Farmers' Market continues its Saturday season around 7th and P streets with produce, baked goods, flowers, and handmade items. Details: lincoln.org.

Saturday, June 6

Movies in the Park opens its summer season with "A Goofy Movie" at Antelope Park Bandshell, with an indoor backup listed for weather. Details: lincoln.ne.gov.

Sunday, June 7

Capital Humane Society's Kitten Shower collects donations and shares fostering information for the neonatal kitten nursery. Details: capitalhumanesociety.org.

On This Day

On June 5, 1926, Nebraska installed its first numbered highway markers. Old U.S. Highway 38 later became U.S. 6, the route Lincoln drivers still know along Cornhusker Highway and through the city's east-west road network.

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