Good Day
Grand Island
Wednesday, January 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Grand Island. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Grand Island Utilities Department received a $1,000 grant from Walmart's Spark Good Program to fund new AED units. Central Nebraska Today
- ➤ The Heartland Events Center in Grand Island is hosting a two-day job fair on January 7-8 under new management to fill various part-time positions for its 2025 event calendar. Central Nebraska Today
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Four vehicles were recently stolen in Grand Island while left unattended to warm up, with all vehicles now recovered but raising concerns over opportunistic thefts. The Grand Island Independent
- ➤ The Grand Island Police Department found one business, Smoker's Island, in violation during tobacco compliance checks for underage sales. Central Nebraska Today
- ➤ Two vehicles were reported stolen and later recovered in Grand Island, with one case still open. Central Nebraska Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hall County Commissioners honored Jerry Piccolo for his 35-year tenure as Public Defender and approved new departmental roles and a funding agreement for DHHS office space. Central Nebraska Today
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Grand Island Senior High announces the induction of its 2025 Athletic Hall of Fame class, celebrating distinguished athletes, a coach, and a contributor. Central Nebraska Today
TRAVEL NEWS
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