Good Day
Lincoln
Monday, January 19th, 2026
Good morning, Lincoln. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 19th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ High winds and winter weather have damaged several Little Free Pantries in Lincoln — local volunteers quickly rallied to repair the doors and foundations so neighbors can continue to access food. Nebraska Now
- ➤ The 40th annual Husker Toy & Buckle show took place on Sunday at the Sandhill Global Event Center with about 200 vendors displaying toy tractors, cars, and semi-trucks that reflect Nebraska’s farming history and mark four decades of connecting local agricultural heritage with collectors. KOLN
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln teens will lead the 31st annual MLK Day event starting at 10 a.m. Monday at the Nebraska Union (highlighting a personal take on the civil rights legacy). Lincoln Journal Star
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ State Sen. Dave Murman has proposed a bill requiring Nebraska K-12 schools to teach about communism’s risks and to include a civics test like the U.S. citizenship exam before eighth grade and graduation next school year. Teachers oppose the bill, saying they prefer local boards to set standards. Nebraska Examiner
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln Transportation and Utilities announced that a section of 8th Street between O and P streets will close from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday for private crane work (detours follow via P Street to Ninth Street to N Street). KOLN
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After the Huskers pushed their record to 18-0 with Saturday's win over Northwestern, Nebraska basketball fans expressed excitement about the historic season start. Supporters across Lincoln remain hopeful as the team looks forward to upcoming games (highlighting growing local enthusiasm). Lincoln Journal Star
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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2nd Annual Sweetheart Dance
8-11:30 p.m. — Apothecary Lofts & Ridnour Room — Tickets required — Celebrate community spirit with a joyful evening of dancing, desserts, and a silent auction for NAMI Nebraska.
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HYROX Strength Challenge: Nebraska's First Strength-Only Competition
7:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. — BFT Lincoln — $40 per person — Experience Nebraska's inaugural strength-only HYROX event with no running, just pure strength challenges.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The grass is greener where you water it.
~ Neil Barringham
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