Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 11th of January.
Good morning, Lincoln.
Capital Humane Society has launched Lincoln's first 24/7 microchip station (offering round-the-clock pet identification) to help owners quickly reunite lost animals with their families.
Lincoln's Solar Semaphore sculpture, a downtown landmark (since the 1970s), will be relocated as the former Centrum mall is transformed into the new main library.
City officials say the change will preserve its legacy and refresh the urban environment.
Travelers can book one-way flights from Lincoln and Omaha to Denver for as low as $29 starting in January, with additional options available in February and beyond.
Local residents will benefit from these budget-friendly fares.
Lincoln Transportation and Utilities announced that StarTran will launch a phone service for paratransit scheduling and cancellations in mid to late January in Lincoln.
The new service will let riders check ride status and connect with dispatchers while reducing wait times to seconds.
On Jan. 9, Nebraska wrestling beat Purdue 36-3 at the Devaney Center with three major decisions and two pins that boosted their record.
The team will face Minnesota on Jan. 16 at 8 p.m. (CT) on BTN.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Open Coffee Gathering at Crescent Moon
8-9:30 a.m. — Crescent Moon Coffee — Free entry — Network with local entrepreneurs over coffee and share stories, insights, and connections.
The Hafnicks Live Performance
9 PM — Zoo Bar — $10.00 — Experience the dynamic Blues/Rock cover band, The Hafnicks, bringing infectious energy to Lincoln's live music scene.
Nebraska Cornhuskers Wrestling vs. Northwestern Wildcats
1-3 p.m. — Bob Devaney Sports Center — Ticket info available — Experience the thrill of collegiate wrestling as the Cornhuskers take on the Wildcats.
Sell/Buy Cattle Marketing School
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Country Inn & Suites by Radisson — $89 room rate — Learn the ins and outs of cattle marketing strategies during this comprehensive school.
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