Good morning, Lincoln.

Lincoln’s Carpet Land Rugs, the Lincoln East High School team that won the American Legion World Series last week, may see a large celebration at the Christmas parade as former MLB umpire Jeff Henrichs calls on local officials to honor their national title.

Nebraska community members introduced Child Care Can on Monday—a multi-year campaign aimed at increasing affordable, quality child care to support families and boost the local workforce.

The initiative plans tax credits and dedicated state funding to help providers and attract families.

As students return to Irving Middle School, construction barriers on closed sidewalks require new safe routes.

Lincoln Transportation (through its Safe Routes to School Initiative) says improvements will reduce future disruptions and save taxpayer dollars.

Gov. Jim Pillen joined officials in Washington, D.C. today to support USDA's Harvest of Hallways program that will provide healthier meal options for Nebraska students.

The program includes up to $70 million for school cafeteria upgrades and $25 million in Farm to School Grants.

Lincoln Health Department and libraries share a 6 Pillars for Emotional Wellbeing video series — available online and via library displays — to help families build healthy habits for sleep, exercise, and nutrition during National Wellness Month.

The program originated in 2022 from the Community Health Improvement Plan.

Lincoln’s third annual overdose awareness event takes place Thursday at CenterPointe WellBeing Garden and offers Narcan training along with a candlelight vigil.