After more than 20 years of planning, Lincoln’s vision for a grand Central Library is taking shape. Construction of this 80,000-square-foot library begins in spring 2026, with doors expected to open in spring 2028. Here’s a sneak preview of what the new Central Library will offer.

At the corner of 15th and E streets stands a red-brick house with a broad, welcoming porch known as the Gathering Place, a program of Community Action Partnership of Lancaster and Saunders Counties. It’s a place where anyone facing hunger can gather for a free meal—no questions asked.

This edition’s crossword puzzle features names of people famous in Lincoln. See if you can solve the puzzle and view our answer key to confirm if you’re correct!

As temperatures drop, many Lincoln children lack warm winter clothes to choose from. Fitting Futures meets those needs and more.

Creative endeavors stimulate the brain, connect us to others, foster a sense of joy in our lives, and are also a pathway for functionality and longevity. With the patience and self-awareness that mindfulness cultivates, you can thrive outside the box of stagnant thinking.

Sharpen your cognitive skills with this edition’s challenge and check your work with our answer key.

It was the Lied Center that brought Judy Hart to Lincoln more than 30 years ago, but not for the reason you may suspect. Hart is a testimony to the benefit of plugging in and making friends.

Enjoy our winter-themed word find this holiday season and find the answer key here.

The new year is not about starting over; it’s about stepping into a new chapter that’s entirely yours to write. Let's make this one filled with purpose, laughter, connection, and maybe even a little adventure!

During the holiday season, Lincoln Transportation and Utilities Solid Waste offers some recommendations to ensure your recycling efforts make the biggest and most positive impact possible.

At Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS), our mission is simple but powerful: to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. For over 50 years, BBBS in Lincoln has matched caring adult volunteers (“Bigs”) with young people (“Littles”) to build bonds that can transform both lives for the better.

Doug Ganz’s life reflects the city’s deep sense of community and connection. A longtime banking leader and active board member for organizations like Cedars, the Lincoln Symphony, and the Community Health Endowment, Doug values family, local relationships, and giving back. He credits Lincoln’s growth and success to residents who share their time, talent, and resources to keep the city thriving.

There’s something about a glass of sparkling wine that makes any moment feel a little more special—the pop of the cork, the fizzing bubbles, the cheerful clink of glasses. But there’s more to these bubbly beauties than just celebration. Sparkling wines come in all styles and flavors, from light and fruity Proseccos to elegant Cavas and bold American versions that hold their own.

Karla Jensen, PhD, explores the benefits of practicing mindfulness in small, daily moments to enhance well-being and resilience. Drawing on research and practical examples, she shares simple ways to bring awareness to activities like sipping coffee, washing dishes, and observing nature. Mindfulness, she explains, can reduce stress, improve focus, and strengthen our connection to ourselves and others.

The fourth annual Nebraska Storytelling Festival—Thursday, October 23, at the Scottish Rite Ballroom—promises an evening of sweet, sad, funny tales from 10 distinct storytellers.

Nebraska is a premier hunting destination with abundant wildlife populations and generous season lengths. Here, hunting benefits both the hunters and the hunted due to regulated seasons designed to ensure sustainable wildlife populations. Hunting also helps those in need when hunters donate venison to the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission’s Hunters Helping the Hungry Program.

Planning for retirement is about more than saving—it’s about creating reliable income streams that last. From Social Security and pensions to 401(k)s, investments, and annuities, each source plays a unique role in achieving a tax-efficient, confident retirement. Asset Strategies can help coordinate these income streams, avoid penalties, and adapt your plan as life and market conditions change.

Carol van Rossum and her late husband, Chuck, probably never imagined they would make such a momentous difference in the lives of so many young people. Thanks to a thoughtful decision to use their named scholarship fund and participate in Lincoln Community Foundation’s new Student Success Scholarship program—that’s exactly what they are doing.

Searching for your next read? Look no further. Here are three books perfect to cozy up with during fall.

Early-season tailgates in Nebraska can shift from sun-soaked warmth to a brisk, leaf-strewn chill, but no matter the weather, flavorless fare never quite fits the bill. Dodge these five common cooking missteps and turn your parking lot spread into a season-perfect, flavor-packed feast.