Good morning, Lincoln.

Kristi Cadenbach drives her Mama Van across Lincoln during the government shutdown to collect donations for families and military groups—she began her All About Mama project after a 2024 tornado and is now partnering with local businesses like Sower Books.

Muchachos in downtown Lincoln is now serving as a food pantry to help neighbors affected by the SNAP pause—owner Nick Maestas said people can walk in to grab free groceries and a no-cost Snapadilla.

The restaurant will keep the pantry open until the community no longer needs this support.

At Home announced it restructured after bankruptcy and kept its Nebraska stores open—local customers can still shop at the retailer.

Lincoln’s Nebraska Innovation Studio is accepting applications from creative individuals for a fellowship that offers five fellows $2,500 in material credits and $1,500 for lab help — the program also pairs fellows with mentors and expects more applicants than last year’s 40.

Eligible candidates must be 18 or older.

Lincoln Public Schools opened two new preschool classrooms this fall (including one at Arnold) to help meet demand, but hundreds of children still wait for a spot among the 81 preschools available.

Lincoln will host the 2025 NSAA State Volleyball Championships next week with teams set to start on November 5 and champions to be crowned on November 8 — main matches will be at John Cook Arena while quarterfinals and third-place games are held at Pinnacle Bank Arena, the Bob Devaney Sports Center, and Lincoln East High School.

Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule said Dylan Raiola, the sophomore quarterback, suffered a lower-leg injury during the USC game — he will miss the rest of the season.

On Sunday, Nebraska's top volleyball team swept Oregon with set scores of 25-21, 25-20, and 25-12 in front of 8,495 fans at John Cook Arena—keeping their record perfect at 22-0.

The Huskers will host Illinois on Thursday at 7 p.m.

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.

Shop the Blocks 2025

4:30-9 p.m. — The Rococo Theatre — Silver tickets $5, Gold tickets $10 — Enjoy a festive shopping spree with discounts, giveaways, and an exciting after party!

Parents Night Out

12 AM — Cooper YMCA — Cost varies — A fun evening for kids with activities while parents enjoy a night out.