A significant decision unfolded at the Columbus City Council meeting on September 2, 2025, as council members moved to close a public hearing regarding a new liquor license application. The council unanimously approved a recommendation to the Nebraska Liquor Control Commission for Tien de Panaderia Suarez, LLC, to receive a retail class D liquor license, with Javier Suarez Maldonado designated as the manager.

The motion to close the public hearing was met with swift agreement, highlighting the council's efficiency in handling the matter. Following the vote, council members expressed satisfaction with the process, noting the smooth pronunciation of the business name as a point of pride.

This approval marks a significant step for Tien de Panaderia Suarez, LLC, as it prepares to enter the local market, potentially enhancing the community's dining and social scene. The next steps will involve the Nebraska Liquor Control Commission's review and final decision on the application.