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Monday, May 25, 2026

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Good morning, Lincoln. Today we're watching Memorial Day ceremonies and transit changes, a hot opening day for city pools, and a big Husker postseason week. Plus, quick hits and events below.

☀️ High near 90 F, sunny, with south wind gusts near 28 mph.

Need To Know

Memorial Day brings ceremonies and no StarTran service

Lincoln has three Memorial Day ceremonies scheduled today: morning observances at Wyuka Cemetery and Lincoln Memorial Park, then an evening candlelit ceremony at Veterans Memorial Garden in Antelope Park. The city says attendees should bring seating.

StarTran buses and its office are closed for Memorial Day, so plan around driving, biking, walking, or rideshare if you're heading across town. The evening garden ceremony is scheduled to move to Auld Pavilion if weather becomes a problem.

Hot weather meets opening day at city pools

Lincoln's outdoor public pools are scheduled to open today for the summer season, with daily hours from 1 to 6 PM. Family swim nights begin Tuesday, and Trago Sprayground is scheduled to open Friday.

The timing lines up with a hot Memorial Day forecast. The National Weather Service calls for a high near 91 F, while wttr.in shows a daily high in the upper 80s, so shade and water matter if your holiday plans are outside.

Husker postseason week gets bigger

Nebraska softball is headed to the Women's College World Series for the first time since 2013 after beating Oklahoma State 9-1 Saturday at Bowlin Stadium. The Huskers are 51-6 and will face Arkansas on Thursday in Oklahoma City, with game time still pending.

Nebraska baseball also earned a Lincoln Regional host bid for the first time since 2008. The regional runs Friday through Monday at Hawks Field at Haymarket Park if necessary, and the full bracket is scheduled to be announced today.

Quick Hits

The Grace Lutheran senior center stays closed through Wednesday because of continued water line repairs, with lunch and programs canceled there until Thursday. City notice

A Vine Street project open house is set for Tuesday on planned improvements between 66th and 70th streets, with city staff at Bethany Park's enclosed shelter from 5 to 7 PM. Project page

Plan Forward's virtual open house remains available through June 7 for residents who want to weigh in on Lincoln and Lancaster County's 2050 growth, transportation, and mobility planning. Planning page

StarTran's summer youth pass is available now for riders ages 5-18, with unlimited rides from May 22 through August 31 and discounts at participating Lincoln businesses. StarPass

Nebraska baseball regional tickets go on public sale Tuesday after the Huskers earned a host bid for the first time since 2008. Huskers

Events

Monday, May 25

Memorial Day ceremonies are scheduled at Wyuka Cemetery, Lincoln Memorial Park, and Veterans Memorial Garden. Details: lincoln.ne.gov.

Tuesday, May 26

The Vine Street project open house covers planned improvements between 66th and 70th streets at the Bethany Park enclosed shelter. Details: lincoln.ne.gov.

Wednesday, May 27

Hub Farmers' Market returns to Union Plaza with produce, local goods, and music near 21st and P streets. Details: downtownlincoln.org.

Saturday, May 30

Haymarket Farmers' Market continues at Seventh and P streets. Details: downtownlincoln.org.

On This Day

On May 25, 1891, David Butler, Nebraska's first governor and the only Nebraska governor removed from office by impeachment, died at his home in Pawnee City.

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