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Lincoln
Sunday, December 7th, 2025
Good morning, Lincoln. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 7th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Nebraskans attended a private tree lighting ceremony at the Capitol today, with ticketed entry (the first requirement in 77 years) keeping the event orderly and low-key. Lincoln Journal Star
- ➤ A holiday market is set to return to Cornhusker Hotel after last year's collapse left nearly 100 vendors scrambling — two sisters plan the event to restore community trust. Lincoln Journal Star
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Pillen's decision to hold the Capitol Christmas tree lighting as a private event drew growing backlash on Facebook. Some locals express disappointment in a move they say alters a long-held community tradition. Lincoln Journal Star
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The University announced it is parting ways with offensive line coach Donovan Raiola effective Saturday morning after a four-year tenure, and head coach Matt Rhule thanked him for his contributions. Nebraska Now
- ➤ Amiah Hargrove scored a career-high 26 points to lead Nebraska to a 101-83 win over Penn State at Bryce Jordan Center on Saturday afternoon. The Huskers improved to 9-0 & set a school record with nine straight games scoring over 80 points. KNOP
- ➤ Nebraska fired offensive line coach Donovan Raiola on Dec. 6 - he was hired in 2021 and retained from Frost’s team until head coach Matt Rhule introduced further staff changes. KNOP
- ➤ Nebraska beat Kansas State 25-17, 25-21, 25-16 Saturday night at the Bob Devaney Center and advanced to the sweet 16 with a 32-0 record; they will play No. 16 Kansas next Friday at 8:30 p.m. Nebraska Now
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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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Open Coffee Networking
8:00 – 9:30 a.m. — Crescent Moon Coffee — Free entry — Connect over coffee with fellow entrepreneurs and startup enthusiasts.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Parents Night Out at Cooper YMCA
12 a.m. — Cooper YMCA — Registration required — Kids enjoy fun activities while parents have a night off.
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Riot Ten: House Party 360 Tour
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Royal Grove — $10 - $30 — Experience an electrifying 360° set with Riot Ten, renowned for his explosive bass music.
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Comedy Night with James Lindsey
8:00-10:30 p.m. — Bourbon Theatre — Tickets from $10 — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian James Lindsey.
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Snowflake Ball - The Raw Nerve New Year's Eve 2025
7 AM - 12:30 AM — Graduate by Hilton Lincoln — Ticketed event — Celebrate the new year with dinner, dancing, and dessert at the Snowflake Ball.
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