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Lincoln
Tuesday, November 25th, 2025
Good morning, Lincoln. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 25th of November.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska Athletics announced Monday that country singer Zach Bryan will perform at Memorial Stadium next year on April 25 with openers Kings of Leon and J.R. Carroll. Ticket presale will begin on Dec. 3 at noon with public sales starting on Dec. 5. KNOP
- ➤ On Monday, Zach Bryan announced his biggest international tour yet — With Heaven On Tour — which begins on March 7 in St. Louis and includes a Lincoln show at Memorial Stadium on April 25 with Kings of Leon headlining and J.R. Carroll supporting. The tour will also visit major cities in Europe and other U.S. markets after his record-setting fall concerts. Nebraska Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ College of Journalism and Mass Communication Dean Shari Veil announced she will step down on Dec. 23 — she will become provost at North Dakota State University. She joined UNL in July 2020 from the University of Kentucky and said her decision to leave is deeply emotional for her and the community. KOLN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Legislation introduced by Rep. Mike Flood will name a Lincoln post office after WWII Navy hero Dixie Kiefer—nicknamed 'Mr. Indestructible'—to honor his service. Lincoln Journal Star
- ➤ Lincoln Fire and Rescue urged residents to be extra cautious as Thanksgiving Day brings a 388% higher chance of home cooking fires due to extra kitchen activity. They advised checking working smoke detectors—keeping a lid near the stove for grease fires and avoiding water on flames—and calling 911 immediately if a fire starts. KOLN
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services is honoring caregivers this month for helping loved ones live independently — the state offers a tax credit for care costs and provides respite services and local support programs for caregivers. Fox Nebraska
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln grain silos from the 1950s are being demolished near the corner of 33rd Street & Cornhusker Highway to clear the way for new business development. CL Construction has worked for a year on reducing the dangerous structures and will finish lowering them by May before removing the foundations. KOLN
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Virginia Adriano of Husker volleyball was named Big Ten Freshman of the Week after averaging 3 kills per set, 1.5 blocks and four aces in Nebraska sweeps over Iowa and No. 17 Indiana — she will face Penn State on Friday at 5:30 p.m. at the Bob Devaney Center. Nebraska Now
- ➤ Taylor Landfair and Allie Sczech were picked in the fourth round of the Major League Volleyball Draft on Monday. Landfair was the 28th pick for Indy Ignite while Sczech was chosen 29th by Omaha Supernovas—each player brings strong past performances from Nebraska's lineup. Nebraska Now
- ➤ Nebraska's Braden Frager was named Big Ten Freshman of the Week after he averaged 18 points and seven rebounds in the Hall of Fame Classic—earning MVP honors and helping the Huskers start 6-0. He will return to the court today against Winthrop at Pinnacle Bank Arena at 7:30 p.m. Nebraska Now
- ➤ Waverly won the Class B state championship with a 42-27 victory over Gretna East on Monday, completing an undefeated season. The win is the team's first state title since 1980 (a historic achievement for the school). KOLN
- ➤ The Nebraska women’s basketball team won 80-57 Monday against Purdue Fort Wayne at Raider Arena in the Emerald Coast Classic. The Huskers, who shot 57 percent compared with the Mastodons’ 39 percent, will play the championship game today at 7:30 p.m. on FloSports. Nebraska Now
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Lincoln Stars vs. Tri-City Storm
7:05-8:35 p.m. — Ice Box — Ticket prices vary — Catch the Lincoln Stars take on the Tri-City Storm in an exciting live hockey match.
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Live Music at Saro Cider
5:30-7:30 p.m. — SARO Cider — Free entry — Enjoy a chic atmosphere with casual music and craft drinks.
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Lincoln Stars vs. Omaha Lancers
6:05-7:35 p.m. — The Ice Box — Ticket prices vary — Watch a thrilling USHL matchup as the Lincoln Stars take on the Omaha Lancers.
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Backhand Blue, Jiblets, Chasing Supernovas
6-8:30 p.m. — Bourbon Theatre — Tickets from $13.86 — Enjoy a night of live music featuring Backhand Blue, Jiblets, and Chasing Supernovas.
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Open Coffee Networking
8-9:30 a.m. — Crescent Moon Coffee — Free entry — Connect over coffee and share insights with fellow entrepreneurs in Lincoln's startup community.
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Acoustic Friday at Saro Cider
5:30-9 p.m. — SARO Cider — Free entry — Enjoy live acoustic music from local artists while sipping on delicious locally-made ciders.
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ATLiens Concert
8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — The Royal Grove — General Admission: $25, VIP Admission: $50 — Experience a mind-bending night of bass and atmospheric sound with the mysterious duo ATLiens.
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Santa Fun Run and Walk
10 AM – 4 PM — Fleet Feet — Registration details vary — Celebrate the season by dressing up like Santa and enjoying a fun, casual run or walk.
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Python for Scientists Training/Class
All day — National Safety Council - Nebraska Chapter — $2250 — Enhance your Python skills tailored for scientific applications with expert-led instruction.
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Connecting USDA Programs to Urban & Small-Scale Farmers
4:30-7 p.m. — Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County — Free entry — Learn about USDA and NRCS programs and resources for farmers and gardeners.
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~ Salvador Dali
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