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Lincoln
Tuesday, December 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Lincoln. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 23rd of December.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A Nebraskan lost over $10,000 in a scam when wiring a down payment for construction equipment. On Oct. 11, the BBB’s Josh Planos explained how wiring funds can be risky — urging locals to verify details before sending money. KNOP
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Arodí Díaz (44) moved from México last year and is building her future through English classes at Lincoln Literacy while gaining confidence to pursue a Ph.D. at UNL. Her progress helps show how new community members find better opportunities in our city. Nebraska News Service
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Pillen (after a 25% cut) announced plans to fully fund a $15 million startup program and shift support from general funds to cash funds; he said the program returns nearly $6 for every $1 spent (promising strong returns) and will be reviewed when the legislature reconvenes on Jan. 7. Nebraska Examiner
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln mommy blogger Emily Korte offers affordable winter break ideas as Lincoln Public Schools closed from Dec. 20 to Jan. 4, recommending indoor spots like the library (free) and children’s museum as well as outdoor fun at Pioneer’s Park amid warmer weather forecast. Nebraska Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Nebraska women’s basketball team moved to No. 20 in the latest AP Top 25 poll released Monday after an 87-56 win over Cal Baptist at Pinnacle Bank Arena; the Huskers, 12-0 on the season, will play USC on Dec. 29 at 2 p.m. KNOP
- ➤ On Dec. 22, 2022, Malachai Coleman signed with the Huskers on the first day of the early signing period, marking a key moment in college sports history. KNOP
- ➤ Nebraska volleyball ended its season ranked No. 3 with 1,385 points in the final AVCA poll released Monday after a regional loss to Texas A&M (the Aggies took the top spot). Nebraska Now
- ➤ Nebraska women's basketball moved up to No. 20 in the AP poll after beating Cal Baptist 87-56 on Sunday — the Huskers remain 12-0 and will host No. 17 USC at home on Dec. 29. They have scored 80-plus points in every win so far. Nebraska Now
- ➤ The Nebraska men’s basketball team moved up to No. 13 in the AP Top 25 poll after defeating North Dakota 78-55 at Pinnacle Bank Arena on Sunday, improving to a 12-0 record. They will host New Hampshire at 8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 30. KNOP
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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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Acoustic Friday at Saro Cider
5:30-9 p.m. — SARO Cider — Free entry — Enjoy live acoustic music and great cider with friends in downtown Lincoln.
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Weekday Silent Book Club
5:30-7 p.m. — The Mill Coffee & Bistro — Free entry — Engage in a peaceful reading session with fellow book lovers in a cozy cafe setting.
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Friends of Christ Retreat
Friday 7 p.m. — Our Lady of Good Counsel Retreat House — Registration required — A weekend of spiritual renewal and reflection led by Bishop Robert Finn.
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Banda V.S. Norteñas with DJ Mickey
9:00 PM – 2:00 AM — The Royal Grove — Entry from $7 — Enjoy a night of Latin music as Banda and Norteñas battle it out on the dance floor.
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