Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 26th of October.
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🏛️ Government
UNL faculty, students & community members protested planned $27.5 million budget cuts at Nebraska Union Plaza Saturday morning as football fans cleared a path to Memorial Stadium.
Many demonstrators wore "One Faculty, One Nebraska" shirts to show their opposition.
🏈 Sports
Nebraska beat Northwestern 28-21 at Memorial Stadium on Saturday as Emmett Johnson scored the tie-breaking touchdown with 2:44 left.
The team overcame a 15-point deficit — with Dylan Raiola connecting four key third-down passes—to secure bowl eligibility for the second straight season.
The Nebraska School Activities Association released playoff pairings for state high school football beginning Oct.
31, with nine Lincoln metro area teams qualifying—Lincoln East, North Star, Southeast, Pius X, Standing Bear and Lincoln Lutheran—while top-seeded teams from Omaha and other districts are set to host matchups.
At Nebraska football games, fans keep a decades-old tradition of greeting visitors warmly—welder Braxton Adrian cheered Houston Christian’s players after their heavy loss and opposing coaches noted the respectful treatment.
The friendly atmosphere reflects a long-standing sportsmanship custom that makes local games unique.
The Nebraska football team arrived at Memorial Stadium on Oct.
25—just before their game against Northwestern.
🎉 Lincoln Events
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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.
Acoustic Friday at Saro Cider
5:30-9 p.m. — Saro Cider — Free entry — Enjoy live acoustic tunes while savoring Lincoln's best locally-made ciders.
Ada Lea Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — Reactor — Free entry — Experience the shapely and intuitive songs of Ada Lea in an inviting coffee shop setting.
Winter Indoor Golf Clinic for K-6th Graders
6:00-6:50 p.m. — YMCA Youth Sports Administrative Office — Registration fee required — Learn golf fundamentals from PGA professionals in a fun indoor setting.
Lincoln Stars vs. Fargo Force
7:05-8:35 p.m. — Ice Box — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting live hockey matchup with the Lincoln Stars taking on the Fargo Force.
Joslyne DeBonis Standup Comedy Night
8-9:30 p.m. — Backswing Brewing Co. — $15 tickets — Enjoy a night of laughter with local comedian Joslyne DeBonis sharing relatable stories from her life.
Open Coffee at Crescent Moon
8:00-9:30 a.m. — Crescent Moon Coffee — Free entry — Connect with the local startup community over coffee and shared stories.
Manic Focus with The Widdler
9:00 PM — The Royal Grove — GA 1: $30.00, GA 2: $35.00 — Experience a night of deep grooves and heavy bass from leading electronic artists.
Lady Faith Concert
9 PM – 2 AM — The Royal Grove — $10-$20 — Experience electrifying Hardstyle beats from America’s #1 DJ and a lineup of talented support.
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow-N-Fire
2:30-4:00 p.m. — Pinnacle Bank Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience your favorite Hot Wheels Monster Trucks come to life in an exciting show for all ages.
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