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Lincoln
Monday, February 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Lincoln. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of February.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln Littles, Lincoln Public Schools & Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department continue their partnership to offer free quarterly safety training for child care providers across the city, aiming to improve safety standards at local centers. Lincoln Journal Star
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Jacob Willardson, a 6'5 pitcher from Grand Forks, announced his commitment to Nebraska after visiting the Nebraska vs. Purdue game. He is working to be a key player when he begins his junior season at Red River this spring and joins Nebraska in fall 2027. Nebraska Now
- ➤ Nebraska lost by a 5 to 3 score to Kansas State on Saturday night at Globe Life Field in the Amegy Bank College Baseball Series and will face No. 16 Florida State tomorrow at 2:30 p.m. at the same venue. KNOP
- ➤ Huskers defeated Utah Valley 32-6 on Saturday night in the season finale, closing the regular season with a four-dual win streak. They will enter postseason action at the Big Ten Championships in University Park starting March 7. KNOP
- ➤ Nebraska women's basketball won 66-65 on Sunday when Britt Prince hit a three-pointer with seven seconds left at Alaska Airlines Arena; the win snapped a six-game losing streak against top-25 teams. KNOP
- ➤ Horses filled Sandhills Global Event Center’s parking lot on Sunday during the 30th annual Twisted Classic Barrel Racing event in Lincoln, where riders from across the Midwest raced in *5D* barrel racing. Organizers announced the next event is set for March 13 in town. KOLN
- ➤ Paxton senior Ella Fote was named Athlete of the Week after reaching a career milestone of 1,000 points, and the Lady Tigers (17-6) will face Silver Lake Friday night for a chance to earn a berth in the Class D2 state tournament in Lincoln. KNOP
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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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