Good morning, Lincoln.

A Lincoln woman rescued an underweight baby bobcat from her porch earlier this month and sheltered it in her garage during the cold.

Nebraska Wildlife Rehab from Omaha took the animal in and started treatment — though the bobcat, too tame for re-release, faces a long recovery.

People’s City Mission, coordinated by the REALTORS Association of Lincoln, is hosting its annual sock drive to collect 20,800 pairs of socks to keep over 400 daily guests warm; donations can be dropped off at local real estate offices until the end of February.

KRVN radio station is celebrating 75 years of service today in Lincoln.

The broadcaster will feature special programming and community tributes to mark its milestone (details forthcoming).

A winning Pick 5 lottery ticket worth $280,000 was sold at Hy-Vee Fast and Fresh on 84th and Holdrege after matching all five numbers drawn on Feb.

2. Winners must claim prizes over $20,000 in person at Nebraska Lottery headquarters within 180 days.

Downtown Lincoln streets are closing today until September 2027 as part of a long-term plan, and Lincoln Transportation and Utilities advises drivers to find alternate routes and drive with caution.

Governor Jim Pillen proposed to reallocate a $15 million state arts and humanities fund to help close a $471 million budget gap, a move critics say could weaken rural cultural programs – the proposal will be reviewed at a Feb.

11 Appropriations Committee hearing.

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.

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.

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.

Acoustic Friday at Saro Cider

5:30-9 p.m. — SARO Cider — Enjoy live music — Start your weekend with local acoustic talents while sipping delicious ciders.

Lincoln Stars vs. Fargo Force

6:05-8:05 p.m. — The Ice Box — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting hockey match as the Fargo Force takes on the Lincoln Stars.

Spring Flag Football Preseason Training for Grades 1-6

6-9 p.m. — Park Centers Indoor Facility — Early registration fee applies — Get ready for the spring season with preseason training and a complimentary shirt.

Ricky Chilton with Steady Wells

9 p.m. — Duffy's Tavern — $12 ADV | $15 DOS — Country rock with a wry smile from a unique artist born in a Ford Bronco.