Good morning. Today is Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2012.
A typical winter day. Mostly sunny and a high of 25.
News of note:
• Legislation by Nebraska Rep. Lee Terry to force approval of the controversial Keystone XL pipeline advanced Tuesday.
• A dispute over the color of Burke High's charity uniforms tainted the team's girls basketball game Monday night against Columbus.
• A development group with plans for retail, office and apartment space has stepped forward to buy downtown's Lerner Building at 16th and Harney Streets - right as the City of Omaha is trying to revitalize 16th Street.
• Prosecco, a sparkling Italian wine, is gaining popularity with Omahans who want a glass of bubbly that is affordable enough to sip year-round.
Among the day's happenings:
• Log onto Omaha.com/bigred at 10 a.m. to chat with Sam McKewon about NU's latest recruiting class and more.
• NU men vs. Michigan, 7:30 p.m., Devaney Center in Lincoln. Follow Omaha.com for coverage.
• State lawmaker introduce their alternatives to Gov. Dave Heineman's tax-cut plan. Check out blog for more.
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