Good morning, Lincoln.

The state legislature chartered the University of Nebraska as a land-grant institution on Feb.

15, 1869 (it opened two years later for 20 college and 110 preparatory students) and inaugurated the first graduate program west of the Mississippi in 1886.

Sen. Dan Lonowski introduced a bill in Lincoln today that shortens the waiting period for retired teachers from 180 days (with exceptions) to 120 days with no volunteer exemptions, a change designed to help retirees avoid repayment issues and backed by the Nebraska State Education Association.

Lane restrictions and parking challenges arise as a yearlong project to add three levels to the parking garage north of the County-City Building begins today in downtown Lincoln.

Lincoln city officials provided reporters+photographers with a behind-the-scenes tour of the Theresa Street Water Resource Recovery Facility on Wednesday, Feb.

11, explaining how the plant treats wastewater for the community.

Health officials in Lincoln confirmed the city's first measles case since 2019 and began tracking potential exposures to limit the spread.

The investigation is ongoing today.

At Spikez Beach Bar & Grille last Saturday afternoon, 65 teams raced to complete a 500-piece puzzle and nachos to raise funds for ALS support; the Missing Piece Mafia won in under 90 minutes + each fee helped fund free equipment loans and respite care.

Nebraska softball beat top-ranked Texas Tech 3-2 on Sunday in Clearwater, Fla.

The Huskers will travel to the Mary Nutter Collegiate Classic on Friday, Feb. 20 at 12 p.m. (CT) to face No. 16 South Carolina.

In Thursday night’s overtime win against Aurora, Crete sophomore Kassidy Egge broke the Cardinals’ single season rebounding record by surpassing 302 — her team rallied from a rough start to finish 14-10 and she will now lead them into the postseason focusing on teamwork.

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.

Time to Paddy 5k/10k & Lucky 13.1

8-11 a.m. — Holmes Lake Park — Registration fees apply — Kick off the day with a festive run to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Lincoln.

The Rocket Men

2-6 p.m. — Lied Center for Performing Arts — Ticket purchase available — Experience the top concert pick in Lincoln with Angels Theatre Company.

Harlem Globetrotters Performance

7-8 p.m. — Pinnacle Bank Arena — Tickets from $37 — Experience the entertaining antics and incredible basketball skills of the world-famous Harlem Globetrotters.