Good morning, Lincoln.

The Corky Canvas announced Tuesday that its Lincoln location will close at the end of the year, with the last public art class scheduled on Dec.

31 at 5 p.m. The business has served local artists for over a decade while its Omaha site continues offering classes.

The Nebraska Chamber of Commerce and Industry announced a strategic partnership with CareerPathway.com to connect students and businesses with real-time career opportunities and strengthen workforce development.

The deal includes premium onboarding and a biannual data package (a Nebraska-built solution) to boost member engagement statewide.

Nebraska Extension will offer its 2026 Calving College series, holding three online webinars on Jan.

19, Jan. 26, and Feb. 2 (7:30 to 8:45 p.m. CT) plus hands-on workshops in Nebraska and South Dakota from Feb. 9 to 12 for farmers and vets. Registration costs $80 by Jan. 12.

Due to recent layoffs, the American Job Center is inviting Lincoln employers with job openings to join its worker relocation program designed to help 40 displaced workers with truck rentals, hotel stays, and packing supplies after job offers in Lancaster and Saunders counties.

Long-time season ticket holder Jody Cameron said she feels bittersweet after the reseating system kept her out of playoff games despite renewing tickets.

The process – rewarding higher donations – will finish by June-July and may limit fan access though she holds final four tickets if Nebraska qualifies.

Nebraska offensive lineman Rocco Spindler will miss the bowl game due to season-ending finger surgery, head coach Matt Rhule said.

The senior, who started every game at right guard this season, will focus on recovery for a potential NFL combine.

On Wednesday, ten future Nebraska football players signed to begin the early signing period running Dec.

3–5; linebacker Jase Reynolds was the only in-state recruit among the 2026 class.

On Wednesday, ESPN reported that Terence 'Bud' Crawford (an Omaha native) was stripped of his World Boxing Council super-middleweight title for failing to pay sanctioning fees, and the WBC will now schedule a fight between Hamzah Sheeraz and Christian Mbilli for the vacant belt.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Open Coffee Networking

8:00 – 9:30 a.m. — Crescent Moon Coffee — Free entry — Connect over coffee with fellow entrepreneurs and startup enthusiasts.

LA REUNION and LA FURIA Concert

8 p.m. — Diamond Palace Banquet Hall — Buy tickets now — Experience the vibrant rhythms of La Reunion Norteña and La Furia Del Bravo in an unforgettable musical journey.

Lincoln Midwest Ballet's The Nutcracker

2-3:30 p.m. — Lied Center for Performing Arts — Cost info not provided — Experience the magical ballet performance of The Nutcracker by the Lincoln Midwest Ballet.

Open Coffee at Crescent Moon

8-9:30 a.m. — Crescent Moon Coffee — Free entry — Connect with Lincoln's startup community over coffee and casual conversations.

Parents Night Out at Cooper YMCA

12 a.m. — Cooper YMCA — Registration required — Kids enjoy fun activities while parents have a night off.