Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of December.
Good morning, Lincoln.
🏘️ Community
Six months after its funding was cut by 50%, a Lincoln nonprofit continues providing services to foster care children across Nebraska.
The organization plans to keep its programs running to help many kids despite the budget challenges.
Rescue 22 Foundation provided service dog Ollie to veteran Kelsee Lainhart (injured in Afghanistan) to help her regain independence, but funding cuts mean the waitlist for service dogs is expected to grow.
On Sunday, community members gathered at Antelope Park to honor Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, uniting family, friends (and neighbors) as they remembered the historic event.
🎭 Culture
Lincoln residents observed a moment of silence at Auld Pavilion yesterday to honor veterans of the Pearl Harbor attack 84 years ago; City Councilman Justin Carlson and guest speaker Sandi Einsphar shared stories (including that of Red Cloud native Donald Stratton) during the ceremony.
🏈 Sports
Nebraska hired SDSU defensive coordinator Rob Aurich on a three-year deal after firing John Butler last week.
His work at San Diego—where he led a defense with strong sack numbers and low points—will be key as the coaching staff adjusts.
Nebraska hired defensive coordinator Rob Aurich from San Diego State on Sunday night in a three-year deal following John Butler’s dismissal + Aurich helped SDSU rank No. 5 in scoring defense.
Nebraska volleyball swept Kansas State 25-17, 25-21, 25-16 to advance to the Sweet 16, with key plays from Andi Jackson and Harper Murray (10 kills each).
The Huskers will face No. 16 Kansas in a regional semifinal next Friday at 8:30 p.m. (CT) in Lincoln.
Nebraska will make its 55th bowl appearance against Utah in the Las Vegas Bowl on Dec.
31 at 2:30 p.m. at Allegiant Stadium (the Huskers hold a 7-5 record) and the game will air on ESPN.
🎉 Lincoln Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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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