Good morning, Lincoln.

Wynton Marsalis visited Lincoln on Thursday and urged support for music education amid rising instrument costs; his Lied Center performance is today — his Husker’s half-time show is Saturday.

He announced he will step down from his Lincoln Center role next year while continuing to mentor young talent.

Sixth-graders at Culler Middle School ran BizTown, a simulation run with Junior Achievement of Lincoln that let them try roles from bank teller to mayor on Thursday.

Local business volunteers supported the exercise and helped students practice real-world money management + decision making.

Google donated $51,250 to the Foundation for Lincoln Public Schools; the donation makes the company the presenting sponsor for the annual fundraising event and champion sponsor of The Career Academy for the 2026-27 school year.

Advocates met at the fourth annual Early Childhood Summit hosted by Lincoln Littles to urge increased state help for the childcare crisis affecting local families.

The discussions highlighted the need for future policy changes to support working parents.

Following last Wednesday's heavy rain, flood-control systems kept Salt Creek safe by closing sluice gates near Haymarket Park.

The Lower Platte South Natural Resources District is now working with lawmakers to secure bond authority for new flood protection measures to address increasing climate challenges.

The University of Nebraska Board of Regents will consider a new contract for NU president Dr. Jeff Gold that extends his term from 2029 to 2032 and changes merit pay and resignation buyout rules (approval by both parties is required).

New Medicaid rules (under the One Big Beautiful Bill) took effect Oct.

1 and now affect about 1,000 refugees and asylum-seekers, officials said; the changes may lead to higher hospital costs and longer wait times. Programs are available to help those impacted contact Nebraska Appleseed for assistance.

No. 1 Nebraska swept past No. 15 Indiana by scores of 25-15, 25-19, 25-19 at Wilkinson Hall Thursday night.

The Huskers, now 16-0, extended their six-game sweep win streak & will face No. 7 Wisconsin Saturday at the Devaney Center at 6 p.m.

Indiana, the reigning national champion with a dynamic offense, will visit Memorial Stadium this week in a matchup of 5+0 teams.

The Huskers seek a breakthrough win as the Hoosiers try to secure their 22nd consecutive victory.

Nebraska football's annual budget now reaches 71 million dollars after three years of growth that increased staff to 81, as the program pivots to new recruiting and strategy methods using updated conference rules.

Loyal fans consistently fill Memorial Stadium, underlining high expectations for turning spending into wins.

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