Good morning, Lincoln.

Off Leash Dog Bar on M Street welcomes kids with a parent to play with its dogs on Tuesdays and Sundays—offering a safe environment for children to learn proper pet interaction.

Shay Homeyer (CEO of Habitat for Humanity of Lincoln) explained what inspires her work in an interview, and her comments (highlighting plans for future local housing projects) detail the nonprofit's community goals.

On Saturday, nine groups delivered 45 beds to more than a dozen families in Lincoln after 300 volunteers built 140 beds and St. Mark's Methodist Church raised $104,000 in one month - a key step in Sleep in Heavenly Peace's effort to help kids sleep off the floor.

The group, which has built over 370 beds, said it will deliver a total of 180 beds after today.

A month into a new statewide law, Nebraska teachers say the ban on personal cellphones in class has reduced distractions from texts and social media notifications.

Nebraska Wesleyan University announced Thursday that more than a dozen staff at its Lincoln campus were laid off due to growing financial realities.

On January 24, the American Heart Association held its Heart Ball featuring Lincoln native Nick Powers, who collapsed during a half marathon due to an undetected heart defect and was hospitalized for a week (he now urges others to check their heart health).

After a win over Maryland Saturday, Nebraska entered the AP Top 25 after a 5-1 start, marking their first ranking this season.

Lincoln High runner Sydney Wendt won the city championship on Oct.

3 with a time of 19:32—she became the first Lincoln High student to do so since 1991. She then set a new personal best of 19:11 at the Heartland Conference meet five days later and will compete at districts on Oct. 15.

The No. 1 Nebraska volleyball team swept No. 12 Purdue with wins of 25-23, 25-16, and 25-15 at Holloway Gymnasium on Sunday as Harper Murray and Andi Jackson led the team.

The Huskers (16-0 overall, 6-0 Big Ten) will face Michigan State Friday at 6 p.m. and Michigan Sunday at 1 p.m.

Social Cinema Concert

7:30-11:59 p.m. — Duffy's Tavern — $13 ADV | $15 DOS — Local heroes Social Cinema headline a hometown show supporting their friends Sego with special guest Estrogen Projection.

Hispanic Heritage Month 5K

11:30 p.m. – 3:30 a.m. — The Mill at Telegraph — Free entry — Celebrate Hispanic Heritage with a fun 5K run along the scenic trail.

Bruce Katz Performance

5-8 p.m. — Zoo Bar — Call for prices — Enjoy soulful tunes from an award-nominated pianist in a beloved local venue.

Half Rox HYROX Event at BFT Lincoln

7 a.m.–2 p.m. — BFT Lincoln — $40 per person — Experience a fast-paced HYROX-style race simulation designed for individuals or teams.

9th Annual Bark at the Moon Doggie Trick or Treating Event

12-4 p.m. — Paws 4 Fun — Free entry for people, $5 for doggie goodie bags — A howling good time awaits with costume contests, trick-or-treating, and fun activities for dogs and their humans.

Nebraska Storytelling Festival

7-9 p.m. — The Scottish Rite Ballroom — $10 cash — Experience true personal stories from across Nebraska on this year's theme, 'Lost and Found'.

Mount Marty Lancers vs Nebraska Cornhuskers Women's Basketball Exhibition

1-4 p.m. — Pinnacle Bank Arena — Ticket prices vary — Watch an exciting exhibition match featuring local college basketball teams.

NSBA State Marching Festival

8:00 AM - 10:30 PM — Seacrest Field — Admission varies — Experience the rhythm and passion of Nebraska's top marching bands as they compete for the title.

Nebraska Cornhuskers Women's Soccer vs. Michigan State Spartans

12:05-2:05 p.m. — Barbara Hibner Soccer Stadium — Tickets required — Catch the Cornhuskers in action against the Spartans in this exciting soccer showdown.

Hazzium Live Show

8-9:30 p.m. — Bourbon Theatre — Tickets starting at $10 — Enjoy an electrifying night with Hazzium and friends in a vibrant atmosphere.