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Lincoln
Monday, January 5th, 2026
Good morning, Lincoln. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 5th of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Railyard Ice Rink is seeing a boost in business as warmer winter weather draws locals to its outdoor skating rink in the Haymarket, which stays open daily through Feb. 16 with tickets priced at $16 for adults + $10.75 for children. KOLN
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Tyson Foods is set to close its Lexington beef plant on or around Jan. 20 — a new UNL report estimates it will lead to over 7,000 statewide job losses and an annual drop in tax revenues. KOLN
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Notre Dame transfer quarterback Kenny Minchey has committed to Nebraska, joining the Huskers under coaches Matt Rhule and Dana Holgorsen. He has two years of eligibility remaining as the team builds its roster for the upcoming season. KNOP
- ➤ Britt Prince scored 17 points to lead the Huskers to a 78-62 win over Purdue on Sunday, with three teammates recording double figures & the team set to play Indiana on Thursday at Pinnacle Bank Arena. KNOP
- ➤ Lincoln's Huskers have added their first transfer quarterback as Notre Dame backup Kenny Minchey (a dual-threat since he has two more years of eligibility) joins to boost coach Matt Rhule's plans for the 2026 season. KOLN
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Acoustic Friday at Saro Cider
5:30-9 p.m. — SARO Cider — Free entry — Enjoy live acoustic music and great cider with friends in downtown Lincoln.
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Weekday Silent Book Club
5:30-7 p.m. — The Mill Coffee & Bistro — Free entry — Engage in a peaceful reading session with fellow book lovers in a cozy cafe setting.
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Friends of Christ Retreat
Friday 7 p.m. — Our Lady of Good Counsel Retreat House — Registration required — A weekend of spiritual renewal and reflection led by Bishop Robert Finn.
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Banda V.S. Norteñas with DJ Mickey
9:00 PM – 2:00 AM — The Royal Grove — Entry from $7 — Enjoy a night of Latin music as Banda and Norteñas battle it out on the dance floor.
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46th Annual Concrete Paving Workshop
7 AM – 12 PM — The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel — Registration fee applies — Explore innovative concrete paving practices with industry experts at Nebraska's premier workshop.
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LDCCW Winter Symposium 2026
6 p.m. — Our Lady of Good Counsel Retreat House — Registration required — Engage in thoughtful discussions and fellowship centered on faith and community service.
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