1. Nebraska becomes a state: The most significant event that occurred on November 25 in Nebraska's history is the statehood day. On November 25, 1867, the U.S. government officially recognized Nebraska as the 37th state in the Union. This event is celebrated every year as Nebraska Statehood Day.

2. Nebraska football: The Nebraska Cornhuskers have a long and storied football history, and November 25 has been a notable day for the program. In 1948, the Cornhuskers defeated the Oklahoma Sooners 20-0 in Norman, Oklahoma, handing the Sooners their first home shutout loss in 20 years. In 1989, Nebraska defeated the Colorado Buffaloes 7-0 to win the Big Eight championship for the sixth straight year.

3. Buffalo Bill Cody: William "Buffalo Bill" Cody was a legendary figure in Nebraska's history, and November 25 marks the anniversary of his death in 1917. Cody was a famous showman and buffalo hunter who helped popularize the American West through his Wild West shows.

4. John Neihardt: John Gneisenau Neihardt was a Nebraska poet and writer who gained national acclaim for his writings about the American West. On November 25, 1973, Neihardt passed away in Columbia, Missouri, where he had spent his last years as a writer-in-residence at the University of Missouri.

5. Henry Doorly Zoo: The Henry Doorly Zoo in Omaha is one of Nebraska's most popular tourist attractions, and on November 25, 1967, the zoo celebrated its 40th anniversary. The zoo is known for its diverse collection of animals and its world-class exhibits, including the Desert Dome and the Lied Jungle.