Good Day
Lincoln
Friday, February 20th, 2026
Good morning, Lincoln. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird and the company behind city-specific Monopoly boards announced Thursday that a Lincoln edition of the classic family game will be available by October — featuring local landmarks. Lincoln Journal Star
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Black Greek organizations at UNL continue civil rights work by building leadership and family support on campus. Members say their legacy offers a community where Black students find academic and personal growth. Nebraska Now
- ➤ Susanne Shore, former first lady, is running for an Omaha NU Board of Regents seat to boost academic innovation and support student success. She aims to help NU campuses learn from one another and increase internships before the general election on Nov. 3. Nebraska Examiner
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln Electric System said it will close the customer service lobby at the Walter A. Canney Service Center by July 31. Customers may continue to handle account needs through online and phone channels. Lincoln Journal Star
- ➤ Families in Lincoln have raised concerns over how the state scores its InterRAI developmental disability assessment after unexplained changes in support levels. Nebraska DHHS stressed that trained employees conduct the process — noting only 17 percent of appeal cases were adjusted. KOLN
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Area wrestlers advanced to the state semi-finals with 2-0 records from Thursday’s matches (North Platte led with four qualifiers) and local schools are represented as Friday’s action continues in Omaha with medal rounds set for Saturday. KNOP
- ➤ Nebraska football begins its spring workouts Saturday with fifteen practices including a Red-White Scrimmage scheduled for March 28 — the team has also added transfers and a new defensive coordinator this off-season. KOLN
- ➤ On Feb. 18, Nebraska Wesleyan clinched a share of the American Rivers Conference title with an 81-71 win over Buena Vista at Snyder Arena. The Prairie Wolves (18-6, 13-2 A-R-C) will face Dubuque Saturday to secure the outright crown and top conference seed. KFOR
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Lincoln Southeast Choir Fundraiser
6-9 p.m. — Zoo Bar — Tickets starting at $23.10 — Enjoy an evening of music and community support for the Lincoln Southeast Choir.
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Acoustic Friday at Saro Cider
5:30-9 p.m. — SARO Cider — Free entry — Start your weekend with live music and locally-made ciders in downtown Lincoln.
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