Seward's own Jill Bisel tries to gather up a popped bubble as she competes in the bubble gum blowing contest during Seward's 156th annual Fourth of July celebration on Thursday, July 4, 2024. Bisel would go on to win the contest and be named the 20

Seward's own Jill Bisel tries to gather up a popped bubble as she competes in the bubble gum blowing contest during Seward's 156th annual Fourth of July celebration on Thursday, July 4, 2024.

Bisel would go on to win the contest and be named the 2024 bubble gum blowing state champ.

Two joggers (bottom left) make their way past a large tree that was twisted from the ground and blocking access to Huntington Ave. near Nebraska Wesleyan University following Monday nights storm on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, in Lincoln.

Two joggers (bottom left) make their way past a large tree that was twisted from the ground and blocking access to Huntington Ave. near Nebraska Wesleyan University following Monday nights storm on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, in Lincoln.

A wild horse jumps onto its back as it tries to throw off a rope held by Troy Graybill (from front) Chris Hajek, and Scott Graves as they try to saddle it during the wild horse race on the final day of Nebraska's Big Rodeo at the Garfield County Fai

A wild horse jumps onto its back as it tries to throw off a rope held by Troy Graybill (from front) Chris Hajek, and Scott Graves as they try to saddle it during the wild horse race on the final day of Nebraska's Big Rodeo at the Garfield County Fairgrounds on Saturday, July 27, 2024, in Burwell.

Overton players dogpile on the court after defeating Wynot to win the Class D-2 girls state tournament championship game, Saturday, March 2, 2024, at Pinnacle Bank Arena. This was Overton’s first win at state, closing out a historic run.

Overton players dogpile on the court after defeating Wynot to win the Class D-2 girls state tournament championship game, Saturday, March 2, 2024, at Pinnacle Bank Arena.

This was Overton’s first win at state, closing out a historic run.

Ignacia Hernandez, 90 (left), kisses her husband Chris, 95, while they are reflected in a mirror that hangs over photos from their time together at their home in south Lincoln, on Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2024. The couple is celebrating their celebrating th

Ignacia Hernandez, 90 (left), kisses her husband Chris, 95, while they are reflected in a mirror that hangs over photos from their time together at their home in south Lincoln, on Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2024. The couple is celebrating their celebrating their 75 years of marriage this February.

A skateboarder passes underneath the P street bridge that runs over the Billy Wolff Trail as Lincolnites take advantage of a warm afternoon on Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024, in Lincoln.

A skateboarder passes underneath the P street bridge that runs over the Billy Wolff Trail as Lincolnites take advantage of a warm afternoon on Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024, in Lincoln.

Students are silhouetted by the sun glare coming from a window as they work in independent study rooms at Kiewit Hall, on Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024, in Lincoln.

Students are silhouetted by the sun glare coming from a window as they work in independent study rooms at Kiewit Hall, on Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024, in Lincoln.

A man wearing a leopard print blanket braves bitter cold gusts of snow and wind as he walks down South 17th Street during a severe wind chill advisoory on Friday, Jan. 12, 2024.

A man wearing a leopard print blanket braves bitter cold gusts of snow and wind as he walks down South 17th Street during a severe wind chill advisoory on Friday, Jan. 12, 2024.

Nebraska Wesleyan students Lucas Steuter (from left), Riley Cleaver, Jacob Wertz, and Zane Rosenberg try to hold together as they fly down a hill on their sleds, at Holmes Lake, on Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024, in Lincoln.

Nebraska Wesleyan students Lucas Steuter (from left), Riley Cleaver, Jacob Wertz, and Zane Rosenberg try to hold together as they fly down a hill on their sleds, at Holmes Lake, on Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024, in Lincoln.

Using an in camera double exposure, A cheerleaders pom-pom is used to frame Millard North's Neal Mosser as he blocks a layup attempt by Elkhorn South's Evan Werner during a Class A state tournament game Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at Pinnacle Bank Are

Using an in camera double exposure, A cheerleaders pom-pom is used to frame Millard North's Neal Mosser as he blocks a layup attempt by Elkhorn South's Evan Werner during a Class A state tournament game Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at Pinnacle Bank Arena

The Michigan State sideline erupts in cheers as Giana Kalefefinshes sticks her landing off the balance beam during the Big Five Meet on Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023, at the Devaney Sports Center.

The Michigan State sideline erupts in cheers as Giana Kalefefinshes sticks her landing off the balance beam during the Big Five Meet on Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023, at the Devaney Sports Center.

David Campbell, a recent graduate from Union college's international rescue and relief program, climbs and repels from a tree alongside Mike Mikler (not pictured) on Wednesday, June 21, 2023, at Holmes Lake Park in Lincoln.

David Campbell, a recent graduate from Union college's international rescue and relief program, climbs and repels from a tree alongside Mike Mikler (not pictured) on Wednesday, June 21, 2023, at Holmes Lake Park in Lincoln.

Henry Gonnerman, 10, Augustine Milana, 7, and Iris Gonnerman, 7, (from left) parade their flags outside the Capitol while belting out the chorus of America the Beautiful before the start of the Lincoln Veterans Parade, on Sunday, Nov. 12, 2023.

Henry Gonnerman, 10, Augustine Milana, 7, and Iris Gonnerman, 7, (from left) parade their flags outside the Capitol while belting out the chorus of America the Beautiful before the start of the Lincoln Veterans Parade, on Sunday, Nov. 12, 2023.

Wahoo native Bridget Dobesh's bubble gum pops while she tries to blow the biggest bubble during the state championship bubble gum blowing contest ,for the 155th annual fourth of July in the Fourth of July capitol of Nebraska, on Tuesday, July 4, 202

Wahoo native Bridget Dobesh's bubble gum pops while she tries to blow the biggest bubble during the state championship bubble gum blowing contest ,for the 155th annual fourth of July in the Fourth of July capitol of Nebraska, on Tuesday, July 4, 2023, in Downtown Seward.

Lincoln High School SRO Ofc. Nolan Hauser stands in the hallway during a passing period to direct hallway traffic at Lincoln High School, on Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024.

Lincoln High School SRO Ofc. Nolan Hauser stands in the hallway during a passing period to direct hallway traffic at Lincoln High School, on Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024.

The Sand bed of the Platte River, where the Middle Channel Platte combines with the Platte River, can be seen as vehicles cross over a bridge along Highway 34, located to the Southeast of Grand Island on Friday, Sept. 8, 2023, in Grand Island.

The Sand bed of the Platte River, where the Middle Channel Platte combines with the Platte River, can be seen as vehicles cross over a bridge along Highway 34, located to the Southeast of Grand Island on Friday, Sept. 8, 2023, in Grand Island.

Tele Phillips and Saniyah Sims react as Science Focus Program student Henry Sline (from left) helps them to dissect a bullfrog during a hands-on learning experience for students from the Malone Center on Wednesday, April 19, 2023, at the Lincoln Chi

Tele Phillips and Saniyah Sims react as Science Focus Program student Henry Sline (from left) helps them to dissect a bullfrog during a hands-on learning experience for students from the Malone Center on Wednesday, April 19, 2023, at the Lincoln Children's Zoo in Lincoln

Anna Johansen organizes quarter annuals by type on the opening day for Canoyer Garden Center on Monday, April 10, 2023, in Lincoln.

Anna Johansen organizes quarter annuals by type on the opening day for Canoyer Garden Center on Monday, April 10, 2023, in Lincoln.

Blood smears the face of Chadron's Kenli Boeselager as she wrestles on the mat against Conestoga's Maggie Fiene during a 145 lb semifinal match on Friday, Feb. 17, 2023, at CHI Health Center in Omaha.

Blood smears the face of Chadron's Kenli Boeselager as she wrestles on the mat against Conestoga's Maggie Fiene during a 145 lb semifinal match on Friday, Feb. 17, 2023, at CHI Health Center in Omaha.

Shoun Hill walks through a snow covered Lincoln Community Tower Square after an overnight storm suspired Lincolnites the morning of Thursday, Feb. 16, 2023, in Lincoln.

Shoun Hill walks through a snow covered Lincoln Community Tower Square after an overnight storm suspired Lincolnites the morning of Thursday, Feb. 16, 2023, in Lincoln.

Nebraska's Laney Choboy (6) dives into head coach John Cook as she tries to save the ball from going out of bounds in the third set, during an NCAA Regional Semifinal match held at the Bob Devaney Sports Center, on Thursday, Dec. 7, 2023, in Lincoln

Nebraska's Laney Choboy (6) dives into head coach John Cook as she tries to save the ball from going out of bounds in the third set, during an NCAA Regional Semifinal match held at the Bob Devaney Sports Center, on Thursday, Dec. 7, 2023, in Lincoln.

Darlene Jansen, 80, touches up her Serving Hands art piece titled "Monarch Butterfly" located at 78th and Pioneers outside The Monarch hospice, on Monday, Nov. 13, 2023, in Lincoln.

Darlene Jansen, 80, touches up her Serving Hands art piece titled "Monarch Butterfly" located at 78th and Pioneers outside The Monarch hospice, on Monday, Nov. 13, 2023, in Lincoln.

Shinedown's Zach Myers rocks out on his guitar as he performs during Shinedown’s Revolutions Live Tour on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at Pinnacle Bank Arena

Shinedown's Zach Myers rocks out on his guitar as he performs during Shinedown’s Revolutions Live Tour on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at Pinnacle Bank Arena

Cross County's Izaac Dickey and Tanner Hollinger pose for a portriat on Wednesday, July 26, 2023, in Lincoln.

Cross County's Izaac Dickey and Tanner Hollinger pose for a portriat on Wednesday, July 26, 2023, in Lincoln.

Nebraska players stand ready as the starting lineup is announced before taking on Penn State at the Devaney Sports Center, on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, in Lincoln.

Nebraska players stand ready as the starting lineup is announced before taking on Penn State at the Devaney Sports Center, on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, in Lincoln.

Rabbi Mendel Katzman, Executive Director at Chabad of Nebraska and a member of OPD Chaplains Corps, uses the shamash to light a second candle of the menorah during a ceremony held in the rotunda of the State Capitol on the fifth day of Hanukkah, on

Rabbi Mendel Katzman, Executive Director at Chabad of Nebraska and a member of OPD Chaplains Corps, uses the shamash to light a second candle of the menorah during a ceremony held in the rotunda of the State Capitol on the fifth day of Hanukkah, on Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2023, in Lincoln.

Sparks and smoke rise from a the workbench where Lincoln East senior Blake Allen welds together two pieces of metal on Wednesday, April 12, 2023, at The Career Academy in Lincoln.

Sparks and smoke rise from a the workbench where Lincoln East senior Blake Allen welds together two pieces of metal on Wednesday, April 12, 2023, at The Career Academy in Lincoln.

Six year-old Hsa Lay Hser revels in a cascade of bubbles as he tries to pop them all before they fly away during a free event called Bubblepoolza on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at Whittier Field.

Six year-old Hsa Lay Hser revels in a cascade of bubbles as he tries to pop them all before they fly away during a free event called Bubblepoolza on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at Whittier Field.

A voter leans out of their car to deposit their ballot at a drop box located outside the north side of the Lancaster County Election office on Friday, April 28, 2023, in Lincoln.

A voter leans out of their car to deposit their ballot at a drop box located outside the north side of the Lancaster County Election office on Friday, April 28, 2023, in Lincoln.

The glare from the sun hits the court causing players from the University of Kearney and Wayne State to be silhouetted against the court during the second set of a volleyball day match held at Memorial Stadium, on Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023, in Lincol

The glare from the sun hits the court causing players from the University of Kearney and Wayne State to be silhouetted against the court during the second set of a volleyball day match held at Memorial Stadium, on Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023, in Lincoln.

Lincoln Southwest's Hadley Madson (first left) celebrates with her teammatres after hitting a two run homerun in the sixth inning against Lincoln Eastat Bill Smith Softball Complex, on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2023, in Hastings.

Lincoln Southwest's Hadley Madson (first left) celebrates with her teammatres after hitting a two run homerun in the sixth inning against Lincoln Eastat Bill Smith Softball Complex, on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2023, in Hastings.

SEM's Colt Schroeder (right) attempts to score three-points over Wynot's Dylan Heine (first right) in the second half during a Class D-2 state semifinal tournament game Friday, March 10, 2023, at the Devaney Sports Center.

SEM's Colt Schroeder (right) attempts to score three-points over Wynot's Dylan Heine (first right) in the second half during a Class D-2 state semifinal tournament game Friday, March 10, 2023, at the Devaney Sports Center.

Norfolk's Jackson Bos prepares to throw during shot put warmups on the first day of the 2023 State Track and Field championships on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at Burke Stadium in Omaha.

Norfolk's Jackson Bos prepares to throw during shot put warmups on the first day of the 2023 State Track and Field championships on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at Burke Stadium in Omaha.

Arch Bishop's Koa McIntyre celebrates as he crosses the finish line in the Class C boys 100 meter dash during the state track championships at Burke Stadium on May 21, 2022, in Omaha, Nebraska

Arch Bishop's Koa McIntyre celebrates as he crosses the finish line in the Class C boys 100 meter dash during the state track championships at Burke Stadium on May 21, 2022, in Omaha, Nebraska

Bloomfield's Alexanddra Eisenhauer reacts after finishing ahead of North Platte's Hayley Miles (not pictured) in the Class D girls 100 meter dash during the state track championships at Burke Stadium on May 21, 2022, in Omaha, Nebraska.

Bloomfield's Alexanddra Eisenhauer reacts after finishing ahead of North Platte's Hayley Miles (not pictured) in the Class D girls 100 meter dash during the state track championships at Burke Stadium on May 21, 2022, in Omaha, Nebraska.

Lincoln Northeast ELL students fill wheelbarrows with dirt to fill garden beds as they build a seedfolks community garden outside of Lincoln Northeast High School on May 11, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska. ELL students conceived and organized the garden

Lincoln Northeast ELL students fill wheelbarrows with dirt to fill garden beds as they build a seedfolks community garden outside of Lincoln Northeast High School on May 11, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska. ELL students conceived and organized the garden after they read Seedfolks by Paul Fleischmann. The novella follows a Vietnamese girl and a diverse group of immigrants who transform a vacant city lot into a community garden with crops from each character’s home country – and form lasting bonds as they tend to their shared project

Elkhonrn North 's Colin Nowaczyk is framed between a teammates jersey and the reflection of a railing as he runs back to the duggout in the second inning during the Class B championship at Tal Anderson Field on May 20, 2022, in Omaha, Nebraska.

Elkhonrn North 's Colin Nowaczyk is framed between a teammates jersey and the reflection of a railing as he runs back to the duggout in the second inning during the Class B championship at Tal Anderson Field on May 20, 2022, in Omaha, Nebraska.

Millard West's Dylan Driessen collides into Millard South's Camden Kozeal while stealing second base in the first inning during the Class A championship at Tal Anderson Field on May 19, 2022, in Omaha , Nebraska.

Millard West's Dylan Driessen collides into Millard South's Camden Kozeal while stealing second base in the first inning during the Class A championship at Tal Anderson Field on May 19, 2022, in Omaha , Nebraska.

Waverly's Aden Smith is tagged out while sliding to second base by Elkhonrn North 's Nathan Cunningham in the third inning during the Class B championship at Tal Anderson Field on May 20, 2022, in Omaha, Nebraska.

Waverly's Aden Smith is tagged out while sliding to second base by Elkhonrn North 's Nathan Cunningham in the third inning during the Class B championship at Tal Anderson Field on May 20, 2022, in Omaha, Nebraska.

Cooper Erikson (center) is consoled by his teammates Eli Eriksons (left) and Jaelyn Worthley after losing to Millard West in the Class A semifinal game at Tal Anderson Field on May 19, 2022, in Omaha , Nebraska.

Cooper Erikson (center) is consoled by his teammates Eli Eriksons (left) and Jaelyn Worthley after losing to Millard West in the Class A semifinal game at Tal Anderson Field on May 19, 2022, in Omaha , Nebraska.

Gretna's Anna Harris (second center) collides with Lincoln Southwest's Aniya Seymore in the second half during a girls class A semifinal game at Morrison Stadium on May 13, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Gretna's Anna Harris (second center) collides with Lincoln Southwest's Aniya Seymore in the second half during a girls class A semifinal game at Morrison Stadium on May 13, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Christine Scott (left) hugs her daughter Keisha Scott as they have a picnic of Burger King breakfast sandwiches at the grave of Christine's mother and father, Susan and Ted Hegwald, at Wyuka Cemetery on Mother's Day, May 8, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebrask

Christine Scott (left) hugs her daughter Keisha Scott as they have a picnic of Burger King breakfast sandwiches at the grave of Christine's mother and father, Susan and Ted Hegwald, at Wyuka Cemetery on Mother's Day, May 8, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska. "My mother died suddenly of a heart condition in May of 2020, and then several week later, dad died of what the doctors called a grief response," Christine said. The mother and daughter duo, who decided to have a picnic at the gravesite, wanted to remember their loved ones, who died in 2020 no more than two months apart, in a special way. "I would like to start making this a tradition," Keisha said.

As seen through open cable holders, avid supporters of Gubernatorial candidate Charles Herbster and former president Donald Trump, cheer as Herbster (left) takes the stage during a Trump rally for him at the I-80 Speedway on May 1, 2022, in Greenwoo

As seen through open cable holders, avid supporters of Gubernatorial candidate Charles Herbster and former president Donald Trump, cheer as Herbster (left) takes the stage during a Trump rally for him at the I-80 Speedway on May 1, 2022, in Greenwood, Nebraska.

Tim Brox fills out his voting ballot at the Redeemer Lutheran Church offices on May 10, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Tim Brox fills out his voting ballot at the Redeemer Lutheran Church offices on May 10, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

North Platte's goal keeper Emily Winkler dives after a shot attempt by Lincoln Southeast during the first half of the girls A-3 district championship match at Seacrest Field on May 4, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska.

North Platte's goal keeper Emily Winkler dives after a shot attempt by Lincoln Southeast during the first half of the girls A-3 district championship match at Seacrest Field on May 4, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Waverly's Tyler Brewer (center) celebrates with his team after scoring in the final minutes of the second half, evening the score 1-1 against Crete during the District B-5 boys championship at Waverly High School on May 7, 2022, in Waverly, Nebraska

Waverly's Tyler Brewer (center) celebrates with his team after scoring in the final minutes of the second half, evening the score 1-1 against Crete during the District B-5 boys championship at Waverly High School on May 7, 2022, in Waverly, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Former president Donald Trump watches as clips of President Joe Biden play, Trump would later call him 'weak', during a Trump rally for Charles Herbster at the I-80 Speedway on May 1, 2022, in Greenwood, Nebraska.

Former president Donald Trump watches as clips of President Joe Biden play, Trump would later call him 'weak', during a Trump rally for Charles Herbster at the I-80 Speedway on May 1, 2022, in Greenwood, Nebraska.

A dying ray of light catches Nebraska starting pitcher Dawson McCarville as he pitches against Omaha during the first inning at Haymarket on April 27, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

A dying ray of light catches Nebraska starting pitcher Dawson McCarville as he pitches against Omaha during the first inning at Haymarket on April 27, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Lincoln High's Adonis Hutchinson lands in the sand pit after being called for a foul while competing in the boys long jump the at Beechner Athletic Complex on April 21, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Lincoln High's Adonis Hutchinson lands in the sand pit after being called for a foul while competing in the boys long jump the at Beechner Athletic Complex on April 21, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Nebraska baserunner Cam Chick is tagged out by BYU second basemen Ozzie Pratt while attempting to steal second base during the third inning at Haymarket Park on April 16, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska

Nebraska baserunner Cam Chick is tagged out by BYU second basemen Ozzie Pratt while attempting to steal second base during the third inning at Haymarket Park on April 16, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska

Hastings SC's Erin Sheehy(bottom left) is dog pilled by her team at the center of the court after they defeated Bridgeport during the Class C-2 girls championship at Pinnacle Bank Arena on March 12, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Hastings SC's Erin Sheehy(bottom left) is dog pilled by her team at the center of the court after they defeated Bridgeport during the Class C-2 girls championship at Pinnacle Bank Arena on March 12, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Nebraska second basemen Cam Ybarra (left) tries but fails to make the tag on Rutgers baserunner Taylor Fawcett during an attempt to steal second base during the second inning at Bowlin Stadium on April 2, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Nebraska second basemen Cam Ybarra (left) tries but fails to make the tag on Rutgers baserunner Taylor Fawcett during an attempt to steal second base during the second inning at Bowlin Stadium on April 2, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Millard North's David Harmon celebrates after cutting the net done, as his teammates and fans celebrate alongside him, during the Class CA boys championship at Pinnacle Bank Arena on March 12, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Millard North's David Harmon celebrates after cutting the net done, as his teammates and fans celebrate alongside him, during the Class CA boys championship at Pinnacle Bank Arena on March 12, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Fremont's Macy Bryant (center) celebrates with her teammate during the Class A girls championship at Pinnacle Bank Arena on March 11, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska As her teammates gather around her, Macy Bryant only has one thing on her mind. "This is

Fremont's Macy Bryant (center) celebrates with her teammate during the Class A girls championship at Pinnacle Bank Arena on March 11, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska As her teammates gather around her, Macy Bryant only has one thing on her mind. "This is the best day ever!" she shouts to a flurry of cheers.

The ten super state players from all across Nebraska enjoy some ice cream at eCreamery for the Super-State hoops package, on March 22, 2022, in Omaha, Nebraska.

The ten super state players from all across Nebraska enjoy some ice cream at eCreamery for the Super-State hoops package, on March 22, 2022, in Omaha, Nebraska.

Omaha Skutt's Benjamin Teal (center) goes up for a shot against Platteview's Anthony Lewis (right) in the fourth quarter during a Class B boys semifinal game at Pinnacle Bank Arena on March 9, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Omaha Skutt's Benjamin Teal (center) goes up for a shot against Platteview's Anthony Lewis (right) in the fourth quarter during a Class B boys semifinal game at Pinnacle Bank Arena on March 9, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Lincoln Southwest celebrates on the court after defeating No.1 ranked Millard South during a Class A girls semifinal game at Pinnacle Bank Arena on March 9, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Lincoln Southwest celebrates on the court after defeating No.1 ranked Millard South during a Class A girls semifinal game at Pinnacle Bank Arena on March 9, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Demangio Rivers (right) dances before receiving his high school diploma during a graduation ceremony for Northeast High School at the Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, N.C., on Saturday, June 5, 2021.

Demangio Rivers (right) dances before receiving his high school diploma during a graduation ceremony for Northeast High School at the Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, N.C., on Saturday, June 5, 2021.

Bishop Bryan J.Pierce the Senior Pastor at Mount Zion Baptist Church poses for a photo at his churches location in Southeast Greensboro, N.C., on Monday, December 20, 2021. Mount Zion’s members paid off the church’s mortgage years early, and are no

Bishop Bryan J.Pierce the Senior Pastor at Mount Zion Baptist Church poses for a photo at his churches location in Southeast Greensboro, N.C., on Monday, December 20, 2021. Mount Zion’s members paid off the church’s mortgage years early, and are now sowing that money back into the community. The Sunday before Christmas the church gave away $300,000 away – to widows, paying someone’s student loans off, giving $25,000 to the children’s home society for foster kids at Christmas, etc.

Riley Welborne, a five-year-old fairy, searches for hidden fairy treasure in North Buffalo Creek during the Summer Solstice Festival at the Greensboro Arboretum in Greensboro, N.C., on Saturday, June 19, 2021.

Riley Welborne, a five-year-old fairy, searches for hidden fairy treasure in North Buffalo Creek during the Summer Solstice Festival at the Greensboro Arboretum in Greensboro, N.C., on Saturday, June 19, 2021.

Ragsdale's Erin Mackie fouls Southeast's Kailey Gates while battling for the ball during the third quarter on the second day of the HAECOisHiring.com Invitational at the Greensboro Coliseum - Special Events Center in Greensboro, N.C., on Tuesday, De

Ragsdale's Erin Mackie fouls Southeast's Kailey Gates while battling for the ball during the third quarter on the second day of the HAECOisHiring.com Invitational at the Greensboro Coliseum - Special Events Center in Greensboro, N.C., on Tuesday, December 28, 2021.

Visitors make their way down a peppermint path projected on the ground on the opening night of Winter Wonderlights at the Greensboro Science Center in Greensboro, N.C., on Saturday, November 6, 2021.

Visitors make their way down a peppermint path projected on the ground on the opening night of Winter Wonderlights at the Greensboro Science Center in Greensboro, N.C., on Saturday, November 6, 2021.

Dressed as a banana and strawberry, Grayson Kanoy (left) and Anna Conahan dance for tips while on break from Tropical Cafe at the intersection of New Garden Road and Battleground in Greensboro, N.C., on Friday, July 16, 2021. The pair said they were

Dressed as a banana and strawberry, Grayson Kanoy (left) and Anna Conahan dance for tips while on break from Tropical Cafe at the intersection of New Garden Road and Battleground in Greensboro, N.C., on Friday, July 16, 2021. The pair said they were bored and just wanted to do something a little fun. "I'm not sure anyone will actually tip us," Conahan said. Shortly thereafter, someone handed them a $3 tip from their car window.

Rain drops fall from the brim of a hat worn by a Member of the American Family Riders as a sudden downpour descends on the crowd during a wreath laying ceremony held by Wreathes Across America at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Greensboro, N.C., on Saturday

Rain drops fall from the brim of a hat worn by a Member of the American Family Riders as a sudden downpour descends on the crowd during a wreath laying ceremony held by Wreathes Across America at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Greensboro, N.C., on Saturday, December 18, 2021. Of the 1,125 Veterans graves at Forest Lawn Cemetarty, 3,466 wreaths were donated to the cause. The result was 210.6% over the goal.

A Peck Elementary School student hugs Thomas Faucette, a crossing guard for Peck Elementary School, during a birthday celebration in honor of his 100th birthday at Peck Elementary School in Greensboro, N.C., on Wednesday, September 29, 2021.

A Peck Elementary School student hugs Thomas Faucette, a crossing guard for Peck Elementary School, during a birthday celebration in honor of his 100th birthday at Peck Elementary School in Greensboro, N.C., on Wednesday, September 29, 2021.

In an act of remembrance attendees of the Overdose awareness ceremony place makeshift tombstones of those lost to overdose in the grassy area out in front of the College Park Baptist Church in Greensboro, N.C., on Monday, August 30, 2021.

In an act of remembrance attendees of the Overdose awareness ceremony place makeshift tombstones of those lost to overdose in the grassy area out in front of the College Park Baptist Church in Greensboro, N.C., on Monday, August 30, 2021.

Dr. Patrick Wright uses his stethoscope to listen to David Richardson's heart during a weekly checkup during walk-in clinic at the Greensboro Urban Ministry in Greensboro, N.C., on Wednesday, August 4, 2021.

Dr. Patrick Wright uses his stethoscope to listen to David Richardson's heart during a weekly checkup during walk-in clinic at the Greensboro Urban Ministry in Greensboro, N.C., on Wednesday, August 4, 2021.

Jaxson Osborne (first left) and Erin Osborne look for Erin's grandmothers name during the annual Memorial Day ceremony at The Carolina Field of Honor in Kernersville, N.C., on Monday, May 31, 2021. Throngs of visitors joined the Memorial Day servic

Jaxson Osborne (first left) and Erin Osborne look for Erin's grandmothers name during the annual Memorial Day ceremony at The Carolina Field of Honor in Kernersville, N.C., on Monday, May 31, 2021. Throngs of visitors joined the Memorial Day service held at The North Carolina Field of Honor. With this being the first major holiday held without restriction on gatherings since the pandemic began, gatherings across North Carolina returned to a state of normalcy. Guest speaker, retired Navy Master Chief Petty Officer and Navy SEAL, Steve Nash, shared his story during the ceremony.

A&T's Jamison Warren (left) sits besides his teammate Kashon Baker as he becomes emotional after A&T lost to Gardner-Webb at BB&T Stadium in Greensboro, N.C., on Saturday, November 20, 2021.

A&T's Jamison Warren (left) sits besides his teammate Kashon Baker as he becomes emotional after A&T lost to Gardner-Webb at BB&T Stadium in Greensboro, N.C., on Saturday, November 20, 2021.

Armina Lemo presses her face against the window at the Local Roots Coffee Shop in Kernersville, N.C., on Thursday, September 16, 2021.

Armina Lemo presses her face against the window at the Local Roots Coffee Shop in Kernersville, N.C., on Thursday, September 16, 2021.

A protester marches through the streets of High Point during the No Justice No Peace March on High Point in High Point , N.C., on Saturday, June 26, 2021. The march, which started at the High Point City Hall, was attended by hundreds of protesters.

A protester marches through the streets of High Point during the No Justice No Peace March on High Point in High Point , N.C., on Saturday, June 26, 2021. The march, which started at the High Point City Hall, was attended by hundreds of protesters. Beside protesters was nationally known Attorney Ben Crump and the Rev. Greg Drumwright of Greensboro lead the march.

Veterans walk down a path of friends and family members welcoming them home during the return of the Triad Honor Flight at the Piedmont Triad International Airport in Greensboro, N.C., on Thursday, November 11, 2021.

Veterans walk down a path of friends and family members welcoming them home during the return of the Triad Honor Flight at the Piedmont Triad International Airport in Greensboro, N.C., on Thursday, November 11, 2021.

Michaela Isaacson assembles a bicycle donated to Toys for Tots inside of a warehouse lended by Totally Floored which is used for toy storage, in Greensboro, N.C., on Thursday, December 2, 2021.

Michaela Isaacson assembles a bicycle donated to Toys for Tots inside of a warehouse lended by Totally Floored which is used for toy storage, in Greensboro, N.C., on Thursday, December 2, 2021.

Dudley's Austin Lloyd is part of the News & Record's first-team All Area team in Greensboro, N.C., on Monday, December 13, 2021.

Dudley's Austin Lloyd is part of the News & Record's first-team All Area team in Greensboro, N.C., on Monday, December 13, 2021.

Sara Cox dances through a rainbow refracted by water sprayed by the Greensboro Fire department during the Fun Fourth in Downtown Greensboro, N.C., on Saturday, July 3, 2021. The Fun Fourth festival is took place along Elm Street, from February One

Sara Cox dances through a rainbow refracted by water sprayed by the Greensboro Fire department during the Fun Fourth in Downtown Greensboro, N.C., on Saturday, July 3, 2021.

The Fun Fourth festival is took place along Elm Street, from February One Place down to E. Gate City Boulevard. After being canceled in 2020, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, event organizers Downtown Greensboro Inc have planned a streamlined event, modified for safety.

Madeline Parker tries not to move after a Monarch Butterfly lands on her flower crown during a trip inside of the flight house at All-A-Flutter Farms in High Point, N.C., on Saturday, August 7, 2021.

Madeline Parker tries not to move after a Monarch Butterfly lands on her flower crown during a trip inside of the flight house at All-A-Flutter Farms in High Point, N.C., on Saturday, August 7, 2021.

A rainbow appears over Kidd Brewer Stadium as Appalachian State takes on Elon University during the third quarter in Boone, N.C., on Saturday, September 18, 2021.

A rainbow appears over Kidd Brewer Stadium as Appalachian State takes on Elon University during the third quarter in Boone, N.C., on Saturday, September 18, 2021.

Chrystian Cross casts his rod while fishing with his grandfather, Dan Cross, before sunset at Lake Higgins in Greensboro, N.C., on Wednesday, August 25, 2021.

Chrystian Cross casts his rod while fishing with his grandfather, Dan Cross, before sunset at Lake Higgins in Greensboro, N.C., on Wednesday, August 25, 2021.

Three-year-old Quentin Deardden passes through a swath of light as he tours the inside of the Capitol rotunda with his family at the Nebraska State Capitol on Wednesday, March 10, 2021. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Three-year-old Quentin Deardden passes through a swath of light as he tours the inside of the Capitol rotunda with his family at the Nebraska State Capitol on Wednesday, March 10, 2021. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Weeping Water's Jamison Twomey (2) collapses on the floor after a resulting dogpile after winng the Class D1 state championship match against Pleasanton on Saturday, March 06, 2021, at Pinnacle Bank Arena. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Weeping Water's Jamison Twomey (2) collapses on the floor after a resulting dogpile after winng the Class D1 state championship match against Pleasanton on Saturday, March 06, 2021, at Pinnacle Bank Arena. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Millard North's Saint Thomas (1) dances down the sideline after hitting yet another three-point shot in the third quarter during a class A semifinal, Friday, March 12, 2021, at Pinnacle Bank Arena. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Millard North's Saint Thomas (1) dances down the sideline after hitting yet another three-point shot in the third quarter during a class A semifinal, Friday, March 12, 2021, at Pinnacle Bank Arena. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Hastings St. Cecilia's Katharine Hamburger (center) comforts teammates Erin Sheehy (left) and Bailey Kissinger as they wait for the runner-up trophy after losing the Class C1 state championship by a single point on Saturday, March 06, 2021, at Pinna

Hastings St. Cecilia's Katharine Hamburger (center) comforts teammates Erin Sheehy (left) and Bailey Kissinger as they wait for the runner-up trophy after losing the Class C1 state championship by a single point on Saturday, March 06, 2021, at Pinnacle Bank Arena. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Norris' Maddy Collier (left) collides with York's Destiny Shepherd, sending her tumbling to the floor while diving after a loose ball in the third quarter during a class B semifinal match on Friday, March 05, 2021, at Pinnacle Bank Arena. KENNETH FE

Norris' Maddy Collier (left) collides with York's Destiny Shepherd, sending her tumbling to the floor while diving after a loose ball in the third quarter during a class B semifinal match on Friday, March 05, 2021, at Pinnacle Bank Arena. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Benches are swallowed by the waters of Holmes Lake as the rain continued to fall, Sunday, March 14, 2021. Spring showers began sweeping through Lincoln late Saturday evening, carrying over into a melancholy Sunday. Rain and strong winds kept many in

Benches are swallowed by the waters of Holmes Lake as the rain continued to fall, Sunday, March 14, 2021. Spring showers began sweeping through Lincoln late Saturday evening, carrying over into a melancholy Sunday. Rain and strong winds kept many indoors on Sunday. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Elkhorn North dogpiles on to Britt Prince (top center) after she led her team to their first-ever state championship in school history during the Class B state championship match on Saturday, March 06, 2021, at Pinnacle Bank Arena. KENNETH FERRIERA,

Elkhorn North dogpiles on to Britt Prince (top center) after she led her team to their first-ever state championship in school history during the Class B state championship match on Saturday, March 06, 2021, at Pinnacle Bank Arena. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Auburn's Cameron Binder collapses in tears after defeating Adams Central to secure the C-1 state championship, Saturday, March 13, 2021, at Pinnacle Bank Arena. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Auburn's Cameron Binder collapses in tears after defeating Adams Central to secure the C-1 state championship, Saturday, March 13, 2021, at Pinnacle Bank Arena. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Cody Sykes crowd surfs the Malcom student section during a timeout in the fourth quarter during the C1-1 district championship on Friday, February 26, 2021, at Malcolm High School. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Cody Sykes crowd surfs the Malcom student section during a timeout in the fourth quarter during the C1-1 district championship on Friday, February 26, 2021, at Malcolm High School. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Crete celebrates after defeating Waverly 40-31, to win the B-3 district final to secure their spot in the state championship tournament on Saturday, February 20, 2021, at Crete High School. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Crete celebrates after defeating Waverly 40-31, to win the B-3 district final to secure their spot in the state championship tournament on Saturday, February 20, 2021, at Crete High School. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Scottsbluff’s Paul Garcia celebrates after defeating Gering’s Paul Ruff in the Class B 126 pound state championship match on February 20, 2021, in Omaha, Nebraska. At the sound of the whistle, Garcia let loose a yell. He had just entered the hallowe

Scottsbluff’s Paul Garcia celebrates after defeating Gering’s Paul Ruff in the Class B 126 pound state championship match on February 20, 2021, in Omaha, Nebraska. At the sound of the whistle, Garcia let loose a yell. He had just entered the hallowed halls as one of the few 4-time state champions of all time. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Brothers of the Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity use a pickup truck to pull their friends on mattresses through UNL’s campus during a winter storm in downtown Lincoln on Monday, January 25, 2021. The National Weather Service called it "historic" and "the

Brothers of the Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity use a pickup truck to pull their friends on mattresses through UNL’s campus during a winter storm in downtown Lincoln on Monday, January 25, 2021. The National Weather Service called it "historic" and "the big one." The Weather Channel sent reporters to Lincoln and Omaha. In the end, the winter storm that hit Lincoln and most of eastern Nebraska on Monday lived up to its billing. By 7 p.m. snowfall had already covered the tops of footlong rulers in some locations, with the Lincoln Airport recording 13 inches, an all-time January single-day record. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Bellvue West's Adam Johnson (center left) takes down Lincoln Southeast's Cooper Johnson at Lincoln North Star High School on Saturday, January 09, 2021. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Bellvue West's Adam Johnson (center left) takes down Lincoln Southeast's Cooper Johnson at Lincoln North Star High School on Saturday, January 09, 2021. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Temi Onayemi waves an American flag with an"X" painted on it in protest during a protest against police violence on Sunday, May 31, 2020, in the Lincoln Mall. The Protest was one of the most attended protests in Nebraska history with thousands in a

Temi Onayemi waves an American flag with an"X" painted on it in protest during a protest against police violence on Sunday, May 31, 2020, in the Lincoln Mall. The Protest was one of the most attended protests in Nebraska history with thousands in attendance. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Luke Walker holds on to his father John Walker during a children's service at Christ Lincoln's Yankee Hill Campus on Thursday, December 24, 2020. In a year marked by COVID, churches once again had to make changes to their services. Some held limite

Luke Walker holds on to his father John Walker during a children's service at Christ Lincoln's Yankee Hill Campus on Thursday, December 24, 2020. In a year marked by COVID, churches once again had to make changes to their services. Some held limited seating and streamed online, while others held outdoor services. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Leah Mach serves the ball over the net during the first day of Fall practice for Lincoln Pius X volleyball on Monday, August 10, 2020. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Leah Mach serves the ball over the net during the first day of Fall practice for Lincoln Pius X volleyball on Monday, August 10, 2020. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Hold Fast Kat (left), ridden by Tara Hynes, battles for position against Final Affair, ridden by Jake Olesiak, on the final day of live horse racing at the Lincoln Race Course on Monday, November 02, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, JOU

Hold Fast Kat (left), ridden by Tara Hynes, battles for position against Final Affair, ridden by Jake Olesiak, on the final day of live horse racing at the Lincoln Race Course on Monday, November 02, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, JOURNAL STAR.

Beatrice's Jarrett Koch reacts as he is twisted into an uncomfortable position by Malcolm's Gavin Zoucha during the Raymond Central Invitational on Saturday, January 30, 2021, at Raymond Central High School. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Beatrice's Jarrett Koch reacts as he is twisted into an uncomfortable position by Malcolm's Gavin Zoucha during the Raymond Central Invitational on Saturday, January 30, 2021, at Raymond Central High School. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Reverend Thomas Dummermuth started a project in quarantine to put together a handwritten bible where people around Nebraska would write chapters of the bible by hand. Originally, he was inspired by a church in his home county of Switzerland who orig

Reverend Thomas Dummermuth started a project in quarantine to put together a handwritten bible where people around Nebraska would write chapters of the bible by hand. Originally, he was inspired by a church in his home county of Switzerland who originally had this idea. After asking the church for permission, he decided to start his own project in Lincoln. Since then, the world has gone through unprecedented change and work on the bible is still being completed. "It is beautiful work that people send in, some of it is just amazing," Thomas said. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

A driver makes their way east as the sun, obscured by smoke from wildfires in the west, sets behind them Monday, September 21, 2020, in Denton, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

A driver makes their way east as the sun, obscured by smoke from wildfires in the west, sets behind them Monday, September 21, 2020, in Denton, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Lee Aaron Berks holds a candle in memoriam of those lost during a candlelight vigil remembering those lost on Friday, June 05, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Lee Aaron Berks holds a candle in memoriam of those lost during a candlelight vigil remembering those lost on Friday, June 05, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Wahoo players warm up as the sun sets behind them before they face off against Ashland-Greenwood at Wahoo High School on Friday, October 9, 2020, in Wahoo, Nebraska. JOURNAL STAR, Kenneth Ferriera

Wahoo players warm up as the sun sets behind them before they face off against Ashland-Greenwood at Wahoo High School on Friday, October 9, 2020, in Wahoo, Nebraska. JOURNAL STAR, Kenneth Ferriera

Lea Ehly (left) swings high after getting a push from her sister Alexis Ehly while they take a break from raking leaves with their family outside their Lincoln home on Sunday, November 08, 2020, in Lincoln , Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Lea Ehly (left) swings high after getting a push from her sister Alexis Ehly while they take a break from raking leaves with their family outside their Lincoln home on Sunday, November 08, 2020, in Lincoln , Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

A man places his hand on the LPD cruiser honoring Officer Herrera and takes a moment to himself before he` enters PBA during a funeral ceremony for fallen LPD officer Mario Herrera on Saturday, September 12, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRI

A man places his hand on the LPD cruiser honoring Officer Herrera and takes a moment to himself before he` enters PBA during a funeral ceremony for fallen LPD officer Mario Herrera on Saturday, September 12, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Bill Hawkins begins loading bags of clothing for transport the Pine Ridge Reservation on Sunday, December 13, 2020. The annual winter clothing drive for the Pine Ridge Reservation had its most successful year yet. A record number of donations poured

Bill Hawkins begins loading bags of clothing for transport the Pine Ridge Reservation on Sunday, December 13, 2020. The annual winter clothing drive for the Pine Ridge Reservation had its most successful year yet. A record number of donations poured in from all over Nebraska. With so many donations, clothing drive organizer Bill Hawkins posted on Facebook to ask for a bigger truck. Stand in for Nebraska, a local nonprofit group, answered the call and paid for the gas as well. By the end of the morning the 26-foot moving truck was packed tight with donations heading northwest. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Best friends Luke Willams (left) and Grady Turner enjoy cotton candy while watching a race at Eagle Raceway on Saturday, June 06, 2020, in Eagle, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Best friends Luke Willams (left) and Grady Turner enjoy cotton candy while watching a race at Eagle Raceway on Saturday, June 06, 2020, in Eagle, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

A Red Fox makes its way between headstones at Wyuka Cemetery on Sunday, September 27, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. Sunday greeted Lincoln residents with cloudy skies and a high of around 78 degrees and a low of 62 degrees. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal S

A Red Fox makes its way between headstones at Wyuka Cemetery on Sunday, September 27, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. Sunday greeted Lincoln residents with cloudy skies and a high of around 78 degrees and a low of 62 degrees. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Diller-Odell rushes the floor to celebrate their win over during the Class D-2 CWC state championship match on Saturday, November 07, 2020, at Pinnacle Bank Arena. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Sta

Diller-Odell rushes the floor to celebrate their win over during the Class D-2 CWC state championship match on Saturday, November 07, 2020, at Pinnacle Bank Arena. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Sta

After losing his shoe, Omaha Westside's Koby Bretz dives into the endzone to score a touchdown against Lincoln East during the Class A quarterfinals match on Friday, November 06, 2020, at Omaha Westside High School in Omaha, Nebraska. KENNETH FERR

After losing his shoe, Omaha Westside's Koby Bretz dives into the endzone to score a touchdown against Lincoln East during the Class A quarterfinals match on Friday, November 06, 2020, at Omaha Westside High School in Omaha, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Logun Meyer (left) and Jenson Koll race around the corner of the Star City BMX track during the 13 intermediate race at the BMX Cornhusker Nationals event on Sunday, August 23, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Logun Meyer (left) and Jenson Koll race around the corner of the Star City BMX track during the 13 intermediate race at the BMX Cornhusker Nationals event on Sunday, August 23, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

A biker streaks past a plume of colorful leaves at Holmes Lake on Thursday, October 8, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

A biker streaks past a plume of colorful leaves at Holmes Lake on Thursday, October 8, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Mickenna Korbel is buried up to her neck in corn kernels by her mother Mindy Korbel, and Kyler Korbel at the Roca Berry Farm on Monday, September 28, 2020, in Roca, Nebraska. Roca Berry Farm opened for the Fall 2020 season on September 19, 2020. KEN

Mickenna Korbel is buried up to her neck in corn kernels by her mother Mindy Korbel, and Kyler Korbel at the Roca Berry Farm on Monday, September 28, 2020, in Roca, Nebraska. Roca Berry Farm opened for the Fall 2020 season on September 19, 2020. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Wyatt Pearlman, from Roeland Park, Kansas, sprints past Pinnacle Bank Arena to the finish line in the Railyard finishing 27th during the Good Life Halfsy on Sunday, November 01, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. Kenneth Ferriera, JOURNAL STAR.

Wyatt Pearlman, from Roeland Park, Kansas, sprints past Pinnacle Bank Arena to the finish line in the Railyard finishing 27th during the Good Life Halfsy on Sunday, November 01, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. Kenneth Ferriera, JOURNAL STAR.

Beatrice outside hitter Avery Gaertig dives in time to make a save during the B-5 district final at Ashland-Greenwood High School on Saturday, October 31, 2020, in Ashland, Nebraska. Kenneth Ferriera, JOURNAL STAR.

Beatrice outside hitter Avery Gaertig dives in time to make a save during the B-5 district final at Ashland-Greenwood High School on Saturday, October 31, 2020, in Ashland, Nebraska. Kenneth Ferriera, JOURNAL STAR.

Father Jamie Hottovy (center) leads his congregation in praying for the safety of Mario Herrera during a rosary service at St. Teresa Catholic Church on Thursday, August 27, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. LPD officer Herrera was shot in the line of dut

Father Jamie Hottovy (center) leads his congregation in praying for the safety of Mario Herrera during a rosary service at St. Teresa Catholic Church on Thursday, August 27, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. LPD officer Herrera was shot in the line of duty while delivering warrants. Community members gathered in support to pray for Herrera as he goes through surgery. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

A pedestrian crosses over a footbridge during their walk through Holmes Lake Park on Monday, January 04, 2021. A warm and sunny day brought out all kinds of creatures out of their dens. After last weeks heavy snow, High temperatures in the upper 40s

A pedestrian crosses over a footbridge during their walk through Holmes Lake Park on Monday, January 04, 2021. A warm and sunny day brought out all kinds of creatures out of their dens. After last weeks heavy snow, High temperatures in the upper 40s were a welcome relief. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Omaha Skutt pitcher Ruby Meylan (18) celebrates striking out the final Lincoln East batter in the first overtime inning during the Southeast Invitational at the Doris Bair Sports Complex on Saturday, September 26, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH

Omaha Skutt pitcher Ruby Meylan (18) celebrates striking out the final Lincoln East batter in the first overtime inning during the Southeast Invitational at the Doris Bair Sports Complex on Saturday, September 26, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Jerry McDonald uses a leaf blower to clear derbies from his rental property on Sunday, November 15, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Jerry McDonald uses a leaf blower to clear derbies from his rental property on Sunday, November 15, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Waverly waits for the game to start in the locker room at Waverly High School during the matchup between No.1 Omaha Skutt and No.2 Waverly on Friday, 9 04, 2020, in Waverly, Nebraska.

Waverly waits for the game to start in the locker room at Waverly High School during the matchup between No.1 Omaha Skutt and No.2 Waverly on Friday, 9 04, 2020, in Waverly, Nebraska.

Elsa Gauksson, Kendra Gauksson, and Kathy Ponte (from left) tie blue ribbons around trees in the Eastridge neighborhood where Mario Herrera lives to show their support for the LPD officer and his family on Monday, August 31, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebra

Elsa Gauksson, Kendra Gauksson, and Kathy Ponte (from left) tie blue ribbons around trees in the Eastridge neighborhood where Mario Herrera lives to show their support for the LPD officer and his family on Monday, August 31, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Ron Dowding, past president and current vice president of the Lancaster Event Center board, poses for a portrait at the Lancaster Events Center on Friday, August 07, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Ron Dowding, past president and current vice president of the Lancaster Event Center board, poses for a portrait at the Lancaster Events Center on Friday, August 07, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Seward outfielders mingle during a timeout during their match against Norris at Plum Creek Park on Thursday, 9 03, 2020, in Seward, Nebraska.

Seward outfielders mingle during a timeout during their match against Norris at Plum Creek Park on Thursday, 9 03, 2020, in Seward, Nebraska.

Lincoln North Star's Lorenzo Villegas (73) records a Snapchat video of himself and teammates celebrating after their win over their longtime rival Lincoln High at Seacrest Field on Friday, August 28, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Lincoln North Star's Lorenzo Villegas (73) records a Snapchat video of himself and teammates celebrating after their win over their longtime rival Lincoln High at Seacrest Field on Friday, August 28, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Caleb Petersen (right) uses buckets to drum alongside other protesters during a protest outside of County-City Building while the city council meets inside on Monday, August 03, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Caleb Petersen (right) uses buckets to drum alongside other protesters during a protest outside of County-City Building while the city council meets inside on Monday, August 03, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Charleston Okosun creates a swath of bubbles using a bubble wand he was given during the Juneteenth celebration at the Indian Center on Friday, June 19, 2020. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Charleston Okosun creates a swath of bubbles using a bubble wand he was given during the Juneteenth celebration at the Indian Center on Friday, June 19, 2020. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

A Ukrainian Skycutter, a breed of pigeons, takes flight from the back of a pickup truck owned by trainer Hasan Kahali at Oak Lake Park on Friday, July 31, 2020. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star. Khalil started training pigeons when he was a refugee in

A Ukrainian Skycutter, a breed of pigeons, takes flight from the back of a pickup truck owned by trainer Hasan Kahali at Oak Lake Park on Friday, July 31, 2020. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star. Khalil started training pigeons when he was a refugee in Syria and continued the art when he came to the United States. He trains them out of the back of his truck so he can take them wherever he wants and also teach them to return to the truck. His ultimate goal is to teach the pigeons to fly and perform. "A lot of people see pigeons as rats, but they are beautiful," Kahlil said.

Buyers crowd around a trailer of antique parts during a Tractor auction in Cresco, Nebraska, on Saturday, July 18, 2020. Dennis Johnson decided to sell some of the rarest U.S. steam engines. His world-renowned collection of steam engines and tract

Buyers crowd around a trailer of antique parts during a Tractor auction in Cresco, Nebraska, on Saturday, July 18, 2020. Dennis Johnson decided to sell some of the rarest U.S. steam engines. His world-renowned collection of steam engines and tractors included some of the rarest in the U.S. bringing buyers from across the Midwest. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Homeowners peek out from their front door at a Toyota Tundra that careened into the side of their home after a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of 56th and R St. on Friday, July 10, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. One person was taken to the ho

Homeowners peek out from their front door at a Toyota Tundra that careened into the side of their home after a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of 56th and R St. on Friday, July 10, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. One person was taken to the hospital in an unknown condition, damage to the home was minimal. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Finley, 3-year-old a boarder collie (center) , plunges after a toy thrown by his owner Courtney Wissig (right) during the dock diving event at Paws 4 Fun on Sunday, June 28, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraka. The facility recently became an accredited North

Finley, 3-year-old a boarder collie (center) , plunges after a toy thrown by his owner Courtney Wissig (right) during the dock diving event at Paws 4 Fun on Sunday, June 28, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraka. The facility recently became an accredited North American Diving Dogs meaning official competitions can take place there. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Lincoln Christian's Jackson Emanuel (53) rests on the sideline between plays at Lincoln Christian High School on Friday, September 18, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Lincoln Christian's Jackson Emanuel (53) rests on the sideline between plays at Lincoln Christian High School on Friday, September 18, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Demetrius Alexander (left) throws up his fist as Taylor Morris leans on him as the crowd sings Amazing Grace during a candlelight vigil remembering those lost on Friday, June 05, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Demetrius Alexander (left) throws up his fist as Taylor Morris leans on him as the crowd sings Amazing Grace during a candlelight vigil remembering those lost on Friday, June 05, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Ken Dewey one of the all-time popular professors at UNL for his love of weather poses for a portrait on Friday, May 22, 2020, at Holmes Lake Park. The rainbow seen is achieved using a triangular prism. Ken spends most of his retirement still studyin

Ken Dewey one of the all-time popular professors at UNL for his love of weather poses for a portrait on Friday, May 22, 2020, at Holmes Lake Park. The rainbow seen is achieved using a triangular prism. Ken spends most of his retirement still studying weather and updating his website and local weather providers on what is happening with the weather. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Seward's own Jill Bisel tries to gather up a popped bubble as she competes in the bubble gum blowing contest during Seward's 156th annual Fourth of July celebration on Thursday, July 4, 2024. Bisel would go on to win the contest and be named the 20
Two joggers (bottom left) make their way past a large tree that was twisted from the ground and blocking access to Huntington Ave. near Nebraska Wesleyan University following Monday nights storm on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, in Lincoln.
A wild horse jumps onto its back as it tries to throw off a rope held by Troy Graybill (from front) Chris Hajek, and Scott Graves as they try to saddle it during the wild horse race on the final day of Nebraska's Big Rodeo at the Garfield County Fai
Overton players dogpile on the court after defeating Wynot to win the Class D-2 girls state tournament championship game, Saturday, March 2, 2024, at Pinnacle Bank Arena. This was Overton’s first win at state, closing out a historic run.
Ignacia Hernandez, 90 (left), kisses her husband Chris, 95, while they are reflected in a mirror that hangs over photos from their time together at their home in south Lincoln, on Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2024. The couple is celebrating their celebrating th
A skateboarder passes underneath the P street bridge that runs over the Billy Wolff Trail as Lincolnites take advantage of a warm afternoon on Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024, in Lincoln.
Students are silhouetted by the sun glare coming from a window as they work in independent study rooms at Kiewit Hall, on Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024, in Lincoln.
A man wearing a leopard print blanket braves bitter cold gusts of snow and wind as he walks down South 17th Street during a severe wind chill advisoory on Friday, Jan. 12, 2024.
Nebraska Wesleyan students Lucas Steuter (from left), Riley Cleaver, Jacob Wertz, and Zane Rosenberg try to hold together as they fly down a hill on their sleds, at Holmes Lake, on Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024, in Lincoln.
Using an in camera double exposure, A cheerleaders pom-pom is used to frame Millard North's Neal Mosser as he blocks a layup attempt by Elkhorn South's Evan Werner during a Class A state tournament game Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at Pinnacle Bank Are
The Michigan State sideline erupts in cheers as Giana Kalefefinshes sticks her landing off the balance beam during the Big Five Meet on Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023, at the Devaney Sports Center.
David Campbell, a recent graduate from Union college's international rescue and relief program, climbs and repels from a tree alongside Mike Mikler (not pictured) on Wednesday, June 21, 2023, at Holmes Lake Park in Lincoln.
Henry Gonnerman, 10, Augustine Milana, 7, and Iris Gonnerman, 7, (from left) parade their flags outside the Capitol while belting out the chorus of America the Beautiful before the start of the Lincoln Veterans Parade, on Sunday, Nov. 12, 2023.
Wahoo native Bridget Dobesh's bubble gum pops while she tries to blow the biggest bubble during the state championship bubble gum blowing contest ,for the 155th annual fourth of July in the Fourth of July capitol of Nebraska, on Tuesday, July 4, 202
Lincoln High School SRO Ofc. Nolan Hauser stands in the hallway during a passing period to direct hallway traffic at Lincoln High School, on Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024.
The Sand bed of the Platte River, where the Middle Channel Platte combines with the Platte River, can be seen as vehicles cross over a bridge along Highway 34, located to the Southeast of Grand Island on Friday, Sept. 8, 2023, in Grand Island.
Tele Phillips and Saniyah Sims react as Science Focus Program student Henry Sline (from left) helps them to dissect a bullfrog during a hands-on learning experience for students from the Malone Center on Wednesday, April 19, 2023, at the Lincoln Chi
Anna Johansen organizes quarter annuals by type on the opening day for Canoyer Garden Center on Monday, April 10, 2023, in Lincoln.
Blood smears the face of Chadron's Kenli Boeselager as she wrestles on the mat against Conestoga's Maggie Fiene during a 145 lb semifinal match on Friday, Feb. 17, 2023, at CHI Health Center in Omaha.
Shoun Hill walks through a snow covered Lincoln Community Tower Square after an overnight storm suspired Lincolnites the morning of Thursday, Feb. 16, 2023, in Lincoln.
Nebraska's Laney Choboy (6) dives into head coach John Cook as she tries to save the ball from going out of bounds in the third set, during an NCAA Regional Semifinal match held at the Bob Devaney Sports Center, on Thursday, Dec. 7, 2023, in Lincoln
Darlene Jansen, 80, touches up her Serving Hands art piece titled "Monarch Butterfly" located at 78th and Pioneers outside The Monarch hospice, on Monday, Nov. 13, 2023, in Lincoln.
Shinedown's Zach Myers rocks out on his guitar as he performs during Shinedown’s Revolutions Live Tour on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at Pinnacle Bank Arena
Cross County's Izaac Dickey and Tanner Hollinger pose for a portriat on Wednesday, July 26, 2023, in Lincoln.
Nebraska players stand ready as the starting lineup is announced before taking on Penn State at the Devaney Sports Center, on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, in Lincoln.
Rabbi Mendel Katzman, Executive Director at Chabad of Nebraska and a member of OPD Chaplains Corps, uses the shamash to light a second candle of the menorah during a ceremony held in the rotunda of the State Capitol on the fifth day of Hanukkah, on
Sparks and smoke rise from a the workbench where Lincoln East senior Blake Allen welds together two pieces of metal on Wednesday, April 12, 2023, at The Career Academy in Lincoln.
Six year-old Hsa Lay Hser revels in a cascade of bubbles as he tries to pop them all before they fly away during a free event called Bubblepoolza on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at Whittier Field.
A voter leans out of their car to deposit their ballot at a drop box located outside the north side of the Lancaster County Election office on Friday, April 28, 2023, in Lincoln.
The glare from the sun hits the court causing players from the University of Kearney and Wayne State to be silhouetted against the court during the second set of a volleyball day match held at Memorial Stadium, on Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023, in Lincol
Lincoln Southwest's Hadley Madson (first left) celebrates with her teammatres after hitting a two run homerun in the sixth inning against Lincoln Eastat Bill Smith Softball Complex, on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2023, in Hastings.
SEM's Colt Schroeder (right) attempts to score three-points over Wynot's Dylan Heine (first right) in the second half during a Class D-2 state semifinal tournament game Friday, March 10, 2023, at the Devaney Sports Center.
Norfolk's Jackson Bos prepares to throw during shot put warmups on the first day of the 2023 State Track and Field championships on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at Burke Stadium in Omaha.
Arch Bishop's Koa McIntyre celebrates as he crosses the finish line in the Class C boys 100 meter dash during the state track championships at Burke Stadium on May 21, 2022, in Omaha, Nebraska
Bloomfield's Alexanddra Eisenhauer reacts after finishing ahead of North Platte's Hayley Miles (not pictured) in the Class D girls 100 meter dash during the state track championships at Burke Stadium on May 21, 2022, in Omaha, Nebraska.
Lincoln Northeast ELL students fill wheelbarrows with dirt to fill garden beds as they build a seedfolks community garden outside of Lincoln Northeast High School on May 11, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska. ELL students conceived and organized the garden
Elkhonrn North 's Colin Nowaczyk is framed between a teammates jersey and the reflection of a railing as he runs back to the duggout in the second inning during the Class B championship at Tal Anderson Field on May 20, 2022, in Omaha, Nebraska.
Millard West's Dylan Driessen collides into Millard South's Camden Kozeal while stealing second base in the first inning during the Class A championship at Tal Anderson Field on May 19, 2022, in Omaha , Nebraska.
Waverly's Aden Smith is tagged out while sliding to second base by Elkhonrn North 's Nathan Cunningham in the third inning during the Class B championship at Tal Anderson Field on May 20, 2022, in Omaha, Nebraska.
Cooper Erikson (center) is consoled by his teammates Eli Eriksons (left) and Jaelyn Worthley after losing to Millard West in the Class A semifinal game at Tal Anderson Field on May 19, 2022, in Omaha , Nebraska.
Gretna's Anna Harris (second center) collides with Lincoln Southwest's Aniya Seymore in the second half during a girls class A semifinal game at Morrison Stadium on May 13, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska.
Christine Scott (left) hugs her daughter Keisha Scott as they have a picnic of Burger King breakfast sandwiches at the grave of Christine's mother and father, Susan and Ted Hegwald, at Wyuka Cemetery on Mother's Day, May 8, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebrask
As seen through open cable holders, avid supporters of Gubernatorial candidate Charles Herbster and former president Donald Trump, cheer as Herbster (left) takes the stage during a Trump rally for him at the I-80 Speedway on May 1, 2022, in Greenwoo
Tim Brox fills out his voting ballot at the Redeemer Lutheran Church offices on May 10, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star
North Platte's goal keeper Emily Winkler dives after a shot attempt by Lincoln Southeast during the first half of the girls A-3 district championship match at Seacrest Field on May 4, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska.
Waverly's Tyler Brewer (center) celebrates with his team after scoring in the final minutes of the second half, evening the score 1-1 against Crete during the District B-5 boys championship at Waverly High School on May 7, 2022, in Waverly, Nebraska
Former president Donald Trump watches as clips of President Joe Biden play, Trump would later call him 'weak', during a Trump rally for Charles Herbster at the I-80 Speedway on May 1, 2022, in Greenwood, Nebraska.
A dying ray of light catches Nebraska starting pitcher Dawson McCarville as he pitches against Omaha during the first inning at Haymarket on April 27, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star
Lincoln High's Adonis Hutchinson lands in the sand pit after being called for a foul while competing in the boys long jump the at Beechner Athletic Complex on April 21, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star
Nebraska baserunner Cam Chick is tagged out by BYU second basemen Ozzie Pratt while attempting to steal second base during the third inning at Haymarket Park on April 16, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska
Hastings SC's Erin Sheehy(bottom left) is dog pilled by her team at the center of the court after they defeated Bridgeport during the Class C-2 girls championship at Pinnacle Bank Arena on March 12, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska.
Nebraska second basemen Cam Ybarra (left) tries but fails to make the tag on Rutgers baserunner Taylor Fawcett during an attempt to steal second base during the second inning at Bowlin Stadium on April 2, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska.
Millard North's David Harmon celebrates after cutting the net done, as his teammates and fans celebrate alongside him, during the Class CA boys championship at Pinnacle Bank Arena on March 12, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska.
Fremont's Macy Bryant (center) celebrates with her teammate during the Class A girls championship at Pinnacle Bank Arena on March 11, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska As her teammates gather around her, Macy Bryant only has one thing on her mind. "This is
The ten super state players from all across Nebraska enjoy some ice cream at eCreamery for the Super-State hoops package, on March 22, 2022, in Omaha, Nebraska.
Omaha Skutt's Benjamin Teal (center) goes up for a shot against Platteview's Anthony Lewis (right) in the fourth quarter during a Class B boys semifinal game at Pinnacle Bank Arena on March 9, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska.
Lincoln Southwest celebrates on the court after defeating No.1 ranked Millard South during a Class A girls semifinal game at Pinnacle Bank Arena on March 9, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska.
Demangio Rivers (right) dances before receiving his high school diploma during a graduation ceremony for Northeast High School at the Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, N.C., on Saturday, June 5, 2021.
Bishop Bryan J.Pierce the Senior Pastor at Mount Zion Baptist Church poses for a photo at his churches location in Southeast Greensboro, N.C., on Monday, December 20, 2021. Mount Zion’s members paid off the church’s mortgage years early, and are no
Riley Welborne, a five-year-old fairy, searches for hidden fairy treasure in North Buffalo Creek during the Summer Solstice Festival at the Greensboro Arboretum in Greensboro, N.C., on Saturday, June 19, 2021.
Ragsdale's Erin Mackie fouls Southeast's Kailey Gates while battling for the ball during the third quarter on the second day of the HAECOisHiring.com Invitational at the Greensboro Coliseum - Special Events Center in Greensboro, N.C., on Tuesday, De
Visitors make their way down a peppermint path projected on the ground on the opening night of Winter Wonderlights at the Greensboro Science Center in Greensboro, N.C., on Saturday, November 6, 2021.
Dressed as a banana and strawberry, Grayson Kanoy (left) and Anna Conahan dance for tips while on break from Tropical Cafe at the intersection of New Garden Road and Battleground in Greensboro, N.C., on Friday, July 16, 2021. The pair said they were
Rain drops fall from the brim of a hat worn by a Member of the American Family Riders as a sudden downpour descends on the crowd during a wreath laying ceremony held by Wreathes Across America at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Greensboro, N.C., on Saturday
A Peck Elementary School student hugs Thomas Faucette, a crossing guard for Peck Elementary School, during a birthday celebration in honor of his 100th birthday at Peck Elementary School in Greensboro, N.C., on Wednesday, September 29, 2021.
In an act of remembrance attendees of the Overdose awareness ceremony place makeshift tombstones of those lost to overdose in the grassy area out in front of the College Park Baptist Church in Greensboro, N.C., on Monday, August 30, 2021.
Dr. Patrick Wright uses his stethoscope to listen to David Richardson's heart during a weekly checkup during walk-in clinic at the Greensboro Urban Ministry in Greensboro, N.C., on Wednesday, August 4, 2021.
Jaxson Osborne (first left) and Erin Osborne look for Erin's grandmothers name during the annual Memorial Day ceremony at The Carolina Field of Honor in Kernersville, N.C., on Monday, May 31, 2021. Throngs of visitors joined the Memorial Day servic
A&T's Jamison Warren (left) sits besides his teammate Kashon Baker as he becomes emotional after A&T lost to Gardner-Webb at BB&T Stadium in Greensboro, N.C., on Saturday, November 20, 2021.
Armina Lemo presses her face against the window at the Local Roots Coffee Shop in Kernersville, N.C., on Thursday, September 16, 2021.
A protester marches through the streets of High Point during the No Justice No Peace March on High Point in High Point , N.C., on Saturday, June 26, 2021. The march, which started at the High Point City Hall, was attended by hundreds of protesters.
Veterans walk down a path of friends and family members welcoming them home during the return of the Triad Honor Flight at the Piedmont Triad International Airport in Greensboro, N.C., on Thursday, November 11, 2021.
Michaela Isaacson assembles a bicycle donated to Toys for Tots inside of a warehouse lended by Totally Floored which is used for toy storage, in Greensboro, N.C., on Thursday, December 2, 2021.
Dudley's Austin Lloyd is part of the News & Record's first-team All Area team in Greensboro, N.C., on Monday, December 13, 2021.
Sara Cox dances through a rainbow refracted by water sprayed by the Greensboro Fire department during the Fun Fourth in Downtown Greensboro, N.C., on Saturday, July 3, 2021. The Fun Fourth festival is took place along Elm Street, from February One
Madeline Parker tries not to move after a Monarch Butterfly lands on her flower crown during a trip inside of the flight house at All-A-Flutter Farms in High Point, N.C., on Saturday, August 7, 2021.
A rainbow appears over Kidd Brewer Stadium as Appalachian State takes on Elon University during the third quarter in Boone, N.C., on Saturday, September 18, 2021.
Chrystian Cross casts his rod while fishing with his grandfather, Dan Cross, before sunset at Lake Higgins in Greensboro, N.C., on Wednesday, August 25, 2021.
Three-year-old Quentin Deardden passes through a swath of light as he tours the inside of the Capitol rotunda with his family at the Nebraska State Capitol on Wednesday, March 10, 2021. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star
Weeping Water's Jamison Twomey (2) collapses on the floor after a resulting dogpile after winng the Class D1 state championship match against Pleasanton on Saturday, March 06, 2021, at Pinnacle Bank Arena. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star
Millard North's Saint Thomas (1) dances down the sideline after hitting yet another three-point shot in the third quarter during a class A semifinal, Friday, March 12, 2021, at Pinnacle Bank Arena. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star
Hastings St. Cecilia's Katharine Hamburger (center) comforts teammates Erin Sheehy (left) and Bailey Kissinger as they wait for the runner-up trophy after losing the Class C1 state championship by a single point on Saturday, March 06, 2021, at Pinna
Norris' Maddy Collier (left) collides with York's Destiny Shepherd, sending her tumbling to the floor while diving after a loose ball in the third quarter during a class B semifinal match on Friday, March 05, 2021, at Pinnacle Bank Arena. KENNETH FE
Benches are swallowed by the waters of Holmes Lake as the rain continued to fall, Sunday, March 14, 2021. Spring showers began sweeping through Lincoln late Saturday evening, carrying over into a melancholy Sunday. Rain and strong winds kept many in
Elkhorn North dogpiles on to Britt Prince (top center) after she led her team to their first-ever state championship in school history during the Class B state championship match on Saturday, March 06, 2021, at Pinnacle Bank Arena. KENNETH FERRIERA,
Auburn's Cameron Binder collapses in tears after defeating Adams Central to secure the C-1 state championship, Saturday, March 13, 2021, at Pinnacle Bank Arena. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star
Cody Sykes crowd surfs the Malcom student section during a timeout in the fourth quarter during the C1-1 district championship on Friday, February 26, 2021, at Malcolm High School. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.
Crete celebrates after defeating Waverly 40-31, to win the B-3 district final to secure their spot in the state championship tournament on Saturday, February 20, 2021, at Crete High School. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.
Scottsbluff’s Paul Garcia celebrates after defeating Gering’s Paul Ruff in the Class B 126 pound state championship match on February 20, 2021, in Omaha, Nebraska. At the sound of the whistle, Garcia let loose a yell. He had just entered the hallowe
Brothers of the Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity use a pickup truck to pull their friends on mattresses through UNL’s campus during a winter storm in downtown Lincoln on Monday, January 25, 2021. The National Weather Service called it "historic" and "the
Bellvue West's Adam Johnson (center left) takes down Lincoln Southeast's Cooper Johnson at Lincoln North Star High School on Saturday, January 09, 2021. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.
Temi Onayemi waves an American flag with an"X" painted on it in protest during a protest against police violence on Sunday, May 31, 2020, in the Lincoln Mall. The Protest was one of the most attended protests in Nebraska history with thousands in a
Luke Walker holds on to his father John Walker during a children's service at Christ Lincoln's Yankee Hill Campus on Thursday, December 24, 2020. In a year marked by COVID, churches once again had to make changes to their services. Some held limite
Leah Mach serves the ball over the net during the first day of Fall practice for Lincoln Pius X volleyball on Monday, August 10, 2020. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.
Hold Fast Kat (left), ridden by Tara Hynes, battles for position against Final Affair, ridden by Jake Olesiak, on the final day of live horse racing at the Lincoln Race Course on Monday, November 02, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, JOU
Beatrice's Jarrett Koch reacts as he is twisted into an uncomfortable position by Malcolm's Gavin Zoucha during the Raymond Central Invitational on Saturday, January 30, 2021, at Raymond Central High School. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.
Reverend Thomas Dummermuth started a project in quarantine to put together a handwritten bible where people around Nebraska would write chapters of the bible by hand. Originally, he was inspired by a church in his home county of Switzerland who orig
A driver makes their way east as the sun, obscured by smoke from wildfires in the west, sets behind them Monday, September 21, 2020, in Denton, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.
Lee Aaron Berks holds a candle in memoriam of those lost during a candlelight vigil remembering those lost on Friday, June 05, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.
Wahoo players warm up as the sun sets behind them before they face off against Ashland-Greenwood at Wahoo High School on Friday, October 9, 2020, in Wahoo, Nebraska. JOURNAL STAR, Kenneth Ferriera
Lea Ehly (left) swings high after getting a push from her sister Alexis Ehly while they take a break from raking leaves with their family outside their Lincoln home on Sunday, November 08, 2020, in Lincoln , Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.
A man places his hand on the LPD cruiser honoring Officer Herrera and takes a moment to himself before he` enters PBA during a funeral ceremony for fallen LPD officer Mario Herrera on Saturday, September 12, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRI
Bill Hawkins begins loading bags of clothing for transport the Pine Ridge Reservation on Sunday, December 13, 2020. The annual winter clothing drive for the Pine Ridge Reservation had its most successful year yet. A record number of donations poured
Best friends Luke Willams (left) and Grady Turner enjoy cotton candy while watching a race at Eagle Raceway on Saturday, June 06, 2020, in Eagle, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.
A Red Fox makes its way between headstones at Wyuka Cemetery on Sunday, September 27, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. Sunday greeted Lincoln residents with cloudy skies and a high of around 78 degrees and a low of 62 degrees. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal S
Diller-Odell rushes the floor to celebrate their win over during the Class D-2 CWC state championship match on Saturday, November 07, 2020, at Pinnacle Bank Arena. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Sta
After losing his shoe, Omaha Westside's Koby Bretz dives into the endzone to score a touchdown against Lincoln East during the Class A quarterfinals match on Friday, November 06, 2020, at Omaha Westside High School in Omaha, Nebraska. KENNETH FERR
Logun Meyer (left) and Jenson Koll race around the corner of the Star City BMX track during the 13 intermediate race at the BMX Cornhusker Nationals event on Sunday, August 23, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.
A biker streaks past a plume of colorful leaves at Holmes Lake on Thursday, October 8, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star
Mickenna Korbel is buried up to her neck in corn kernels by her mother Mindy Korbel, and Kyler Korbel at the Roca Berry Farm on Monday, September 28, 2020, in Roca, Nebraska. Roca Berry Farm opened for the Fall 2020 season on September 19, 2020. KEN
Wyatt Pearlman, from Roeland Park, Kansas, sprints past Pinnacle Bank Arena to the finish line in the Railyard finishing 27th during the Good Life Halfsy on Sunday, November 01, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. Kenneth Ferriera, JOURNAL STAR.
Beatrice outside hitter Avery Gaertig dives in time to make a save during the B-5 district final at Ashland-Greenwood High School on Saturday, October 31, 2020, in Ashland, Nebraska. Kenneth Ferriera, JOURNAL STAR.
Father Jamie Hottovy (center) leads his congregation in praying for the safety of Mario Herrera during a rosary service at St. Teresa Catholic Church on Thursday, August 27, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. LPD officer Herrera was shot in the line of dut
A pedestrian crosses over a footbridge during their walk through Holmes Lake Park on Monday, January 04, 2021. A warm and sunny day brought out all kinds of creatures out of their dens. After last weeks heavy snow, High temperatures in the upper 40s
Omaha Skutt pitcher Ruby Meylan (18) celebrates striking out the final Lincoln East batter in the first overtime inning during the Southeast Invitational at the Doris Bair Sports Complex on Saturday, September 26, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH
Jerry McDonald uses a leaf blower to clear derbies from his rental property on Sunday, November 15, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.
Waverly waits for the game to start in the locker room at Waverly High School during the matchup between No.1 Omaha Skutt and No.2 Waverly on Friday, 9 04, 2020, in Waverly, Nebraska.
Elsa Gauksson, Kendra Gauksson, and Kathy Ponte (from left) tie blue ribbons around trees in the Eastridge neighborhood where Mario Herrera lives to show their support for the LPD officer and his family on Monday, August 31, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebra
Ron Dowding, past president and current vice president of the Lancaster Event Center board, poses for a portrait at the Lancaster Events Center on Friday, August 07, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.
Seward outfielders mingle during a timeout during their match against Norris at Plum Creek Park on Thursday, 9 03, 2020, in Seward, Nebraska.
Lincoln North Star's Lorenzo Villegas (73) records a Snapchat video of himself and teammates celebrating after their win over their longtime rival Lincoln High at Seacrest Field on Friday, August 28, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska.
Caleb Petersen (right) uses buckets to drum alongside other protesters during a protest outside of County-City Building while the city council meets inside on Monday, August 03, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.
Charleston Okosun creates a swath of bubbles using a bubble wand he was given during the Juneteenth celebration at the Indian Center on Friday, June 19, 2020. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.
A Ukrainian Skycutter, a breed of pigeons, takes flight from the back of a pickup truck owned by trainer Hasan Kahali at Oak Lake Park on Friday, July 31, 2020. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star. Khalil started training pigeons when he was a refugee in
Buyers crowd around a trailer of antique parts during a Tractor auction in Cresco, Nebraska, on Saturday, July 18, 2020. Dennis Johnson decided to sell some of the rarest U.S. steam engines. His world-renowned collection of steam engines and tract
Homeowners peek out from their front door at a Toyota Tundra that careened into the side of their home after a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of 56th and R St. on Friday, July 10, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. One person was taken to the ho
Finley, 3-year-old a boarder collie (center) , plunges after a toy thrown by his owner Courtney Wissig (right) during the dock diving event at Paws 4 Fun on Sunday, June 28, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraka. The facility recently became an accredited North
Lincoln Christian's Jackson Emanuel (53) rests on the sideline between plays at Lincoln Christian High School on Friday, September 18, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.
Demetrius Alexander (left) throws up his fist as Taylor Morris leans on him as the crowd sings Amazing Grace during a candlelight vigil remembering those lost on Friday, June 05, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.
Ken Dewey one of the all-time popular professors at UNL for his love of weather poses for a portrait on Friday, May 22, 2020, at Holmes Lake Park. The rainbow seen is achieved using a triangular prism. Ken spends most of his retirement still studyin

Seward's own Jill Bisel tries to gather up a popped bubble as she competes in the bubble gum blowing contest during Seward's 156th annual Fourth of July celebration on Thursday, July 4, 2024.

Bisel would go on to win the contest and be named the 2024 bubble gum blowing state champ.

Two joggers (bottom left) make their way past a large tree that was twisted from the ground and blocking access to Huntington Ave. near Nebraska Wesleyan University following Monday nights storm on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, in Lincoln.

A wild horse jumps onto its back as it tries to throw off a rope held by Troy Graybill (from front) Chris Hajek, and Scott Graves as they try to saddle it during the wild horse race on the final day of Nebraska's Big Rodeo at the Garfield County Fairgrounds on Saturday, July 27, 2024, in Burwell.

Overton players dogpile on the court after defeating Wynot to win the Class D-2 girls state tournament championship game, Saturday, March 2, 2024, at Pinnacle Bank Arena.

This was Overton’s first win at state, closing out a historic run.

Ignacia Hernandez, 90 (left), kisses her husband Chris, 95, while they are reflected in a mirror that hangs over photos from their time together at their home in south Lincoln, on Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2024. The couple is celebrating their celebrating their 75 years of marriage this February.

A skateboarder passes underneath the P street bridge that runs over the Billy Wolff Trail as Lincolnites take advantage of a warm afternoon on Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024, in Lincoln.

Students are silhouetted by the sun glare coming from a window as they work in independent study rooms at Kiewit Hall, on Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024, in Lincoln.

A man wearing a leopard print blanket braves bitter cold gusts of snow and wind as he walks down South 17th Street during a severe wind chill advisoory on Friday, Jan. 12, 2024.

Nebraska Wesleyan students Lucas Steuter (from left), Riley Cleaver, Jacob Wertz, and Zane Rosenberg try to hold together as they fly down a hill on their sleds, at Holmes Lake, on Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024, in Lincoln.

Using an in camera double exposure, A cheerleaders pom-pom is used to frame Millard North's Neal Mosser as he blocks a layup attempt by Elkhorn South's Evan Werner during a Class A state tournament game Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at Pinnacle Bank Arena

The Michigan State sideline erupts in cheers as Giana Kalefefinshes sticks her landing off the balance beam during the Big Five Meet on Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023, at the Devaney Sports Center.

David Campbell, a recent graduate from Union college's international rescue and relief program, climbs and repels from a tree alongside Mike Mikler (not pictured) on Wednesday, June 21, 2023, at Holmes Lake Park in Lincoln.

Henry Gonnerman, 10, Augustine Milana, 7, and Iris Gonnerman, 7, (from left) parade their flags outside the Capitol while belting out the chorus of America the Beautiful before the start of the Lincoln Veterans Parade, on Sunday, Nov. 12, 2023.

Wahoo native Bridget Dobesh's bubble gum pops while she tries to blow the biggest bubble during the state championship bubble gum blowing contest ,for the 155th annual fourth of July in the Fourth of July capitol of Nebraska, on Tuesday, July 4, 2023, in Downtown Seward.

Lincoln High School SRO Ofc. Nolan Hauser stands in the hallway during a passing period to direct hallway traffic at Lincoln High School, on Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024.

The Sand bed of the Platte River, where the Middle Channel Platte combines with the Platte River, can be seen as vehicles cross over a bridge along Highway 34, located to the Southeast of Grand Island on Friday, Sept. 8, 2023, in Grand Island.

Tele Phillips and Saniyah Sims react as Science Focus Program student Henry Sline (from left) helps them to dissect a bullfrog during a hands-on learning experience for students from the Malone Center on Wednesday, April 19, 2023, at the Lincoln Children's Zoo in Lincoln

Anna Johansen organizes quarter annuals by type on the opening day for Canoyer Garden Center on Monday, April 10, 2023, in Lincoln.

Blood smears the face of Chadron's Kenli Boeselager as she wrestles on the mat against Conestoga's Maggie Fiene during a 145 lb semifinal match on Friday, Feb. 17, 2023, at CHI Health Center in Omaha.

Shoun Hill walks through a snow covered Lincoln Community Tower Square after an overnight storm suspired Lincolnites the morning of Thursday, Feb. 16, 2023, in Lincoln.

Nebraska's Laney Choboy (6) dives into head coach John Cook as she tries to save the ball from going out of bounds in the third set, during an NCAA Regional Semifinal match held at the Bob Devaney Sports Center, on Thursday, Dec. 7, 2023, in Lincoln.

Darlene Jansen, 80, touches up her Serving Hands art piece titled "Monarch Butterfly" located at 78th and Pioneers outside The Monarch hospice, on Monday, Nov. 13, 2023, in Lincoln.

Shinedown's Zach Myers rocks out on his guitar as he performs during Shinedown’s Revolutions Live Tour on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at Pinnacle Bank Arena

Cross County's Izaac Dickey and Tanner Hollinger pose for a portriat on Wednesday, July 26, 2023, in Lincoln.

Nebraska players stand ready as the starting lineup is announced before taking on Penn State at the Devaney Sports Center, on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, in Lincoln.

Rabbi Mendel Katzman, Executive Director at Chabad of Nebraska and a member of OPD Chaplains Corps, uses the shamash to light a second candle of the menorah during a ceremony held in the rotunda of the State Capitol on the fifth day of Hanukkah, on Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2023, in Lincoln.

Sparks and smoke rise from a the workbench where Lincoln East senior Blake Allen welds together two pieces of metal on Wednesday, April 12, 2023, at The Career Academy in Lincoln.

Six year-old Hsa Lay Hser revels in a cascade of bubbles as he tries to pop them all before they fly away during a free event called Bubblepoolza on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at Whittier Field.

A voter leans out of their car to deposit their ballot at a drop box located outside the north side of the Lancaster County Election office on Friday, April 28, 2023, in Lincoln.

The glare from the sun hits the court causing players from the University of Kearney and Wayne State to be silhouetted against the court during the second set of a volleyball day match held at Memorial Stadium, on Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023, in Lincoln.

Lincoln Southwest's Hadley Madson (first left) celebrates with her teammatres after hitting a two run homerun in the sixth inning against Lincoln Eastat Bill Smith Softball Complex, on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2023, in Hastings.

SEM's Colt Schroeder (right) attempts to score three-points over Wynot's Dylan Heine (first right) in the second half during a Class D-2 state semifinal tournament game Friday, March 10, 2023, at the Devaney Sports Center.

Norfolk's Jackson Bos prepares to throw during shot put warmups on the first day of the 2023 State Track and Field championships on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at Burke Stadium in Omaha.

Arch Bishop's Koa McIntyre celebrates as he crosses the finish line in the Class C boys 100 meter dash during the state track championships at Burke Stadium on May 21, 2022, in Omaha, Nebraska

Bloomfield's Alexanddra Eisenhauer reacts after finishing ahead of North Platte's Hayley Miles (not pictured) in the Class D girls 100 meter dash during the state track championships at Burke Stadium on May 21, 2022, in Omaha, Nebraska.

Lincoln Northeast ELL students fill wheelbarrows with dirt to fill garden beds as they build a seedfolks community garden outside of Lincoln Northeast High School on May 11, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska. ELL students conceived and organized the garden after they read Seedfolks by Paul Fleischmann. The novella follows a Vietnamese girl and a diverse group of immigrants who transform a vacant city lot into a community garden with crops from each character’s home country – and form lasting bonds as they tend to their shared project

Elkhonrn North 's Colin Nowaczyk is framed between a teammates jersey and the reflection of a railing as he runs back to the duggout in the second inning during the Class B championship at Tal Anderson Field on May 20, 2022, in Omaha, Nebraska.

Millard West's Dylan Driessen collides into Millard South's Camden Kozeal while stealing second base in the first inning during the Class A championship at Tal Anderson Field on May 19, 2022, in Omaha , Nebraska.

Waverly's Aden Smith is tagged out while sliding to second base by Elkhonrn North 's Nathan Cunningham in the third inning during the Class B championship at Tal Anderson Field on May 20, 2022, in Omaha, Nebraska.

Cooper Erikson (center) is consoled by his teammates Eli Eriksons (left) and Jaelyn Worthley after losing to Millard West in the Class A semifinal game at Tal Anderson Field on May 19, 2022, in Omaha , Nebraska.

Gretna's Anna Harris (second center) collides with Lincoln Southwest's Aniya Seymore in the second half during a girls class A semifinal game at Morrison Stadium on May 13, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Christine Scott (left) hugs her daughter Keisha Scott as they have a picnic of Burger King breakfast sandwiches at the grave of Christine's mother and father, Susan and Ted Hegwald, at Wyuka Cemetery on Mother's Day, May 8, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska. "My mother died suddenly of a heart condition in May of 2020, and then several week later, dad died of what the doctors called a grief response," Christine said. The mother and daughter duo, who decided to have a picnic at the gravesite, wanted to remember their loved ones, who died in 2020 no more than two months apart, in a special way. "I would like to start making this a tradition," Keisha said.

As seen through open cable holders, avid supporters of Gubernatorial candidate Charles Herbster and former president Donald Trump, cheer as Herbster (left) takes the stage during a Trump rally for him at the I-80 Speedway on May 1, 2022, in Greenwood, Nebraska.

Tim Brox fills out his voting ballot at the Redeemer Lutheran Church offices on May 10, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

North Platte's goal keeper Emily Winkler dives after a shot attempt by Lincoln Southeast during the first half of the girls A-3 district championship match at Seacrest Field on May 4, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Waverly's Tyler Brewer (center) celebrates with his team after scoring in the final minutes of the second half, evening the score 1-1 against Crete during the District B-5 boys championship at Waverly High School on May 7, 2022, in Waverly, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Former president Donald Trump watches as clips of President Joe Biden play, Trump would later call him 'weak', during a Trump rally for Charles Herbster at the I-80 Speedway on May 1, 2022, in Greenwood, Nebraska.

A dying ray of light catches Nebraska starting pitcher Dawson McCarville as he pitches against Omaha during the first inning at Haymarket on April 27, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Lincoln High's Adonis Hutchinson lands in the sand pit after being called for a foul while competing in the boys long jump the at Beechner Athletic Complex on April 21, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Nebraska baserunner Cam Chick is tagged out by BYU second basemen Ozzie Pratt while attempting to steal second base during the third inning at Haymarket Park on April 16, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska

Hastings SC's Erin Sheehy(bottom left) is dog pilled by her team at the center of the court after they defeated Bridgeport during the Class C-2 girls championship at Pinnacle Bank Arena on March 12, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Nebraska second basemen Cam Ybarra (left) tries but fails to make the tag on Rutgers baserunner Taylor Fawcett during an attempt to steal second base during the second inning at Bowlin Stadium on April 2, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Millard North's David Harmon celebrates after cutting the net done, as his teammates and fans celebrate alongside him, during the Class CA boys championship at Pinnacle Bank Arena on March 12, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Fremont's Macy Bryant (center) celebrates with her teammate during the Class A girls championship at Pinnacle Bank Arena on March 11, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska As her teammates gather around her, Macy Bryant only has one thing on her mind. "This is the best day ever!" she shouts to a flurry of cheers.

The ten super state players from all across Nebraska enjoy some ice cream at eCreamery for the Super-State hoops package, on March 22, 2022, in Omaha, Nebraska.

Omaha Skutt's Benjamin Teal (center) goes up for a shot against Platteview's Anthony Lewis (right) in the fourth quarter during a Class B boys semifinal game at Pinnacle Bank Arena on March 9, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Lincoln Southwest celebrates on the court after defeating No.1 ranked Millard South during a Class A girls semifinal game at Pinnacle Bank Arena on March 9, 2022, in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Demangio Rivers (right) dances before receiving his high school diploma during a graduation ceremony for Northeast High School at the Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, N.C., on Saturday, June 5, 2021.

Bishop Bryan J.Pierce the Senior Pastor at Mount Zion Baptist Church poses for a photo at his churches location in Southeast Greensboro, N.C., on Monday, December 20, 2021. Mount Zion’s members paid off the church’s mortgage years early, and are now sowing that money back into the community. The Sunday before Christmas the church gave away $300,000 away – to widows, paying someone’s student loans off, giving $25,000 to the children’s home society for foster kids at Christmas, etc.

Riley Welborne, a five-year-old fairy, searches for hidden fairy treasure in North Buffalo Creek during the Summer Solstice Festival at the Greensboro Arboretum in Greensboro, N.C., on Saturday, June 19, 2021.

Ragsdale's Erin Mackie fouls Southeast's Kailey Gates while battling for the ball during the third quarter on the second day of the HAECOisHiring.com Invitational at the Greensboro Coliseum - Special Events Center in Greensboro, N.C., on Tuesday, December 28, 2021.

Visitors make their way down a peppermint path projected on the ground on the opening night of Winter Wonderlights at the Greensboro Science Center in Greensboro, N.C., on Saturday, November 6, 2021.

Dressed as a banana and strawberry, Grayson Kanoy (left) and Anna Conahan dance for tips while on break from Tropical Cafe at the intersection of New Garden Road and Battleground in Greensboro, N.C., on Friday, July 16, 2021. The pair said they were bored and just wanted to do something a little fun. "I'm not sure anyone will actually tip us," Conahan said. Shortly thereafter, someone handed them a $3 tip from their car window.

Rain drops fall from the brim of a hat worn by a Member of the American Family Riders as a sudden downpour descends on the crowd during a wreath laying ceremony held by Wreathes Across America at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Greensboro, N.C., on Saturday, December 18, 2021. Of the 1,125 Veterans graves at Forest Lawn Cemetarty, 3,466 wreaths were donated to the cause. The result was 210.6% over the goal.

A Peck Elementary School student hugs Thomas Faucette, a crossing guard for Peck Elementary School, during a birthday celebration in honor of his 100th birthday at Peck Elementary School in Greensboro, N.C., on Wednesday, September 29, 2021.

In an act of remembrance attendees of the Overdose awareness ceremony place makeshift tombstones of those lost to overdose in the grassy area out in front of the College Park Baptist Church in Greensboro, N.C., on Monday, August 30, 2021.

Dr. Patrick Wright uses his stethoscope to listen to David Richardson's heart during a weekly checkup during walk-in clinic at the Greensboro Urban Ministry in Greensboro, N.C., on Wednesday, August 4, 2021.

Jaxson Osborne (first left) and Erin Osborne look for Erin's grandmothers name during the annual Memorial Day ceremony at The Carolina Field of Honor in Kernersville, N.C., on Monday, May 31, 2021. Throngs of visitors joined the Memorial Day service held at The North Carolina Field of Honor. With this being the first major holiday held without restriction on gatherings since the pandemic began, gatherings across North Carolina returned to a state of normalcy. Guest speaker, retired Navy Master Chief Petty Officer and Navy SEAL, Steve Nash, shared his story during the ceremony.

A&T's Jamison Warren (left) sits besides his teammate Kashon Baker as he becomes emotional after A&T lost to Gardner-Webb at BB&T Stadium in Greensboro, N.C., on Saturday, November 20, 2021.

Armina Lemo presses her face against the window at the Local Roots Coffee Shop in Kernersville, N.C., on Thursday, September 16, 2021.

A protester marches through the streets of High Point during the No Justice No Peace March on High Point in High Point , N.C., on Saturday, June 26, 2021. The march, which started at the High Point City Hall, was attended by hundreds of protesters. Beside protesters was nationally known Attorney Ben Crump and the Rev. Greg Drumwright of Greensboro lead the march.

Veterans walk down a path of friends and family members welcoming them home during the return of the Triad Honor Flight at the Piedmont Triad International Airport in Greensboro, N.C., on Thursday, November 11, 2021.

Michaela Isaacson assembles a bicycle donated to Toys for Tots inside of a warehouse lended by Totally Floored which is used for toy storage, in Greensboro, N.C., on Thursday, December 2, 2021.

Dudley's Austin Lloyd is part of the News & Record's first-team All Area team in Greensboro, N.C., on Monday, December 13, 2021.

Sara Cox dances through a rainbow refracted by water sprayed by the Greensboro Fire department during the Fun Fourth in Downtown Greensboro, N.C., on Saturday, July 3, 2021.

The Fun Fourth festival is took place along Elm Street, from February One Place down to E. Gate City Boulevard. After being canceled in 2020, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, event organizers Downtown Greensboro Inc have planned a streamlined event, modified for safety.

Madeline Parker tries not to move after a Monarch Butterfly lands on her flower crown during a trip inside of the flight house at All-A-Flutter Farms in High Point, N.C., on Saturday, August 7, 2021.

A rainbow appears over Kidd Brewer Stadium as Appalachian State takes on Elon University during the third quarter in Boone, N.C., on Saturday, September 18, 2021.

Chrystian Cross casts his rod while fishing with his grandfather, Dan Cross, before sunset at Lake Higgins in Greensboro, N.C., on Wednesday, August 25, 2021.

Three-year-old Quentin Deardden passes through a swath of light as he tours the inside of the Capitol rotunda with his family at the Nebraska State Capitol on Wednesday, March 10, 2021. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Weeping Water's Jamison Twomey (2) collapses on the floor after a resulting dogpile after winng the Class D1 state championship match against Pleasanton on Saturday, March 06, 2021, at Pinnacle Bank Arena. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Millard North's Saint Thomas (1) dances down the sideline after hitting yet another three-point shot in the third quarter during a class A semifinal, Friday, March 12, 2021, at Pinnacle Bank Arena. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Hastings St. Cecilia's Katharine Hamburger (center) comforts teammates Erin Sheehy (left) and Bailey Kissinger as they wait for the runner-up trophy after losing the Class C1 state championship by a single point on Saturday, March 06, 2021, at Pinnacle Bank Arena. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Norris' Maddy Collier (left) collides with York's Destiny Shepherd, sending her tumbling to the floor while diving after a loose ball in the third quarter during a class B semifinal match on Friday, March 05, 2021, at Pinnacle Bank Arena. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Benches are swallowed by the waters of Holmes Lake as the rain continued to fall, Sunday, March 14, 2021. Spring showers began sweeping through Lincoln late Saturday evening, carrying over into a melancholy Sunday. Rain and strong winds kept many indoors on Sunday. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Elkhorn North dogpiles on to Britt Prince (top center) after she led her team to their first-ever state championship in school history during the Class B state championship match on Saturday, March 06, 2021, at Pinnacle Bank Arena. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Auburn's Cameron Binder collapses in tears after defeating Adams Central to secure the C-1 state championship, Saturday, March 13, 2021, at Pinnacle Bank Arena. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Cody Sykes crowd surfs the Malcom student section during a timeout in the fourth quarter during the C1-1 district championship on Friday, February 26, 2021, at Malcolm High School. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Crete celebrates after defeating Waverly 40-31, to win the B-3 district final to secure their spot in the state championship tournament on Saturday, February 20, 2021, at Crete High School. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Scottsbluff’s Paul Garcia celebrates after defeating Gering’s Paul Ruff in the Class B 126 pound state championship match on February 20, 2021, in Omaha, Nebraska. At the sound of the whistle, Garcia let loose a yell. He had just entered the hallowed halls as one of the few 4-time state champions of all time. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Brothers of the Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity use a pickup truck to pull their friends on mattresses through UNL’s campus during a winter storm in downtown Lincoln on Monday, January 25, 2021. The National Weather Service called it "historic" and "the big one." The Weather Channel sent reporters to Lincoln and Omaha. In the end, the winter storm that hit Lincoln and most of eastern Nebraska on Monday lived up to its billing. By 7 p.m. snowfall had already covered the tops of footlong rulers in some locations, with the Lincoln Airport recording 13 inches, an all-time January single-day record. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Bellvue West's Adam Johnson (center left) takes down Lincoln Southeast's Cooper Johnson at Lincoln North Star High School on Saturday, January 09, 2021. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Temi Onayemi waves an American flag with an"X" painted on it in protest during a protest against police violence on Sunday, May 31, 2020, in the Lincoln Mall. The Protest was one of the most attended protests in Nebraska history with thousands in attendance. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Luke Walker holds on to his father John Walker during a children's service at Christ Lincoln's Yankee Hill Campus on Thursday, December 24, 2020. In a year marked by COVID, churches once again had to make changes to their services. Some held limited seating and streamed online, while others held outdoor services. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Leah Mach serves the ball over the net during the first day of Fall practice for Lincoln Pius X volleyball on Monday, August 10, 2020. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Hold Fast Kat (left), ridden by Tara Hynes, battles for position against Final Affair, ridden by Jake Olesiak, on the final day of live horse racing at the Lincoln Race Course on Monday, November 02, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, JOURNAL STAR.

Beatrice's Jarrett Koch reacts as he is twisted into an uncomfortable position by Malcolm's Gavin Zoucha during the Raymond Central Invitational on Saturday, January 30, 2021, at Raymond Central High School. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Reverend Thomas Dummermuth started a project in quarantine to put together a handwritten bible where people around Nebraska would write chapters of the bible by hand. Originally, he was inspired by a church in his home county of Switzerland who originally had this idea. After asking the church for permission, he decided to start his own project in Lincoln. Since then, the world has gone through unprecedented change and work on the bible is still being completed. "It is beautiful work that people send in, some of it is just amazing," Thomas said. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

A driver makes their way east as the sun, obscured by smoke from wildfires in the west, sets behind them Monday, September 21, 2020, in Denton, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Lee Aaron Berks holds a candle in memoriam of those lost during a candlelight vigil remembering those lost on Friday, June 05, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Wahoo players warm up as the sun sets behind them before they face off against Ashland-Greenwood at Wahoo High School on Friday, October 9, 2020, in Wahoo, Nebraska. JOURNAL STAR, Kenneth Ferriera

Lea Ehly (left) swings high after getting a push from her sister Alexis Ehly while they take a break from raking leaves with their family outside their Lincoln home on Sunday, November 08, 2020, in Lincoln , Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

A man places his hand on the LPD cruiser honoring Officer Herrera and takes a moment to himself before he` enters PBA during a funeral ceremony for fallen LPD officer Mario Herrera on Saturday, September 12, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Bill Hawkins begins loading bags of clothing for transport the Pine Ridge Reservation on Sunday, December 13, 2020. The annual winter clothing drive for the Pine Ridge Reservation had its most successful year yet. A record number of donations poured in from all over Nebraska. With so many donations, clothing drive organizer Bill Hawkins posted on Facebook to ask for a bigger truck. Stand in for Nebraska, a local nonprofit group, answered the call and paid for the gas as well. By the end of the morning the 26-foot moving truck was packed tight with donations heading northwest. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Best friends Luke Willams (left) and Grady Turner enjoy cotton candy while watching a race at Eagle Raceway on Saturday, June 06, 2020, in Eagle, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

A Red Fox makes its way between headstones at Wyuka Cemetery on Sunday, September 27, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. Sunday greeted Lincoln residents with cloudy skies and a high of around 78 degrees and a low of 62 degrees. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Diller-Odell rushes the floor to celebrate their win over during the Class D-2 CWC state championship match on Saturday, November 07, 2020, at Pinnacle Bank Arena. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Sta

After losing his shoe, Omaha Westside's Koby Bretz dives into the endzone to score a touchdown against Lincoln East during the Class A quarterfinals match on Friday, November 06, 2020, at Omaha Westside High School in Omaha, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Logun Meyer (left) and Jenson Koll race around the corner of the Star City BMX track during the 13 intermediate race at the BMX Cornhusker Nationals event on Sunday, August 23, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

A biker streaks past a plume of colorful leaves at Holmes Lake on Thursday, October 8, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Mickenna Korbel is buried up to her neck in corn kernels by her mother Mindy Korbel, and Kyler Korbel at the Roca Berry Farm on Monday, September 28, 2020, in Roca, Nebraska. Roca Berry Farm opened for the Fall 2020 season on September 19, 2020. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Wyatt Pearlman, from Roeland Park, Kansas, sprints past Pinnacle Bank Arena to the finish line in the Railyard finishing 27th during the Good Life Halfsy on Sunday, November 01, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. Kenneth Ferriera, JOURNAL STAR.

Beatrice outside hitter Avery Gaertig dives in time to make a save during the B-5 district final at Ashland-Greenwood High School on Saturday, October 31, 2020, in Ashland, Nebraska. Kenneth Ferriera, JOURNAL STAR.

Father Jamie Hottovy (center) leads his congregation in praying for the safety of Mario Herrera during a rosary service at St. Teresa Catholic Church on Thursday, August 27, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. LPD officer Herrera was shot in the line of duty while delivering warrants. Community members gathered in support to pray for Herrera as he goes through surgery. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

A pedestrian crosses over a footbridge during their walk through Holmes Lake Park on Monday, January 04, 2021. A warm and sunny day brought out all kinds of creatures out of their dens. After last weeks heavy snow, High temperatures in the upper 40s were a welcome relief. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Omaha Skutt pitcher Ruby Meylan (18) celebrates striking out the final Lincoln East batter in the first overtime inning during the Southeast Invitational at the Doris Bair Sports Complex on Saturday, September 26, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Jerry McDonald uses a leaf blower to clear derbies from his rental property on Sunday, November 15, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Waverly waits for the game to start in the locker room at Waverly High School during the matchup between No.1 Omaha Skutt and No.2 Waverly on Friday, 9 04, 2020, in Waverly, Nebraska.

Elsa Gauksson, Kendra Gauksson, and Kathy Ponte (from left) tie blue ribbons around trees in the Eastridge neighborhood where Mario Herrera lives to show their support for the LPD officer and his family on Monday, August 31, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Ron Dowding, past president and current vice president of the Lancaster Event Center board, poses for a portrait at the Lancaster Events Center on Friday, August 07, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Seward outfielders mingle during a timeout during their match against Norris at Plum Creek Park on Thursday, 9 03, 2020, in Seward, Nebraska.

Lincoln North Star's Lorenzo Villegas (73) records a Snapchat video of himself and teammates celebrating after their win over their longtime rival Lincoln High at Seacrest Field on Friday, August 28, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Caleb Petersen (right) uses buckets to drum alongside other protesters during a protest outside of County-City Building while the city council meets inside on Monday, August 03, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Charleston Okosun creates a swath of bubbles using a bubble wand he was given during the Juneteenth celebration at the Indian Center on Friday, June 19, 2020. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

A Ukrainian Skycutter, a breed of pigeons, takes flight from the back of a pickup truck owned by trainer Hasan Kahali at Oak Lake Park on Friday, July 31, 2020. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star. Khalil started training pigeons when he was a refugee in Syria and continued the art when he came to the United States. He trains them out of the back of his truck so he can take them wherever he wants and also teach them to return to the truck. His ultimate goal is to teach the pigeons to fly and perform. "A lot of people see pigeons as rats, but they are beautiful," Kahlil said.

Buyers crowd around a trailer of antique parts during a Tractor auction in Cresco, Nebraska, on Saturday, July 18, 2020. Dennis Johnson decided to sell some of the rarest U.S. steam engines. His world-renowned collection of steam engines and tractors included some of the rarest in the U.S. bringing buyers from across the Midwest. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Homeowners peek out from their front door at a Toyota Tundra that careened into the side of their home after a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of 56th and R St. on Friday, July 10, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. One person was taken to the hospital in an unknown condition, damage to the home was minimal. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Finley, 3-year-old a boarder collie (center) , plunges after a toy thrown by his owner Courtney Wissig (right) during the dock diving event at Paws 4 Fun on Sunday, June 28, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraka. The facility recently became an accredited North American Diving Dogs meaning official competitions can take place there. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Lincoln Christian's Jackson Emanuel (53) rests on the sideline between plays at Lincoln Christian High School on Friday, September 18, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Demetrius Alexander (left) throws up his fist as Taylor Morris leans on him as the crowd sings Amazing Grace during a candlelight vigil remembering those lost on Friday, June 05, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star.

Ken Dewey one of the all-time popular professors at UNL for his love of weather poses for a portrait on Friday, May 22, 2020, at Holmes Lake Park. The rainbow seen is achieved using a triangular prism. Ken spends most of his retirement still studying weather and updating his website and local weather providers on what is happening with the weather. KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

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