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Friday, January 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Grand Island. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of January.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska's minimum wage increased to $15 per hour after voters approved the change in November, with annual $1.50 raises and cost-of-living adjustments starting in 2027 while tipped workers remain at $2.13 per hour. Experts say small businesses may face challenges during this transition. Nebraska TV
- ➤ Nebraska’s new law raises the minimum wage to $15 an hour, affecting Grand Island businesses & local workers as companies prepare for the change later in 2026. Employers are reviewing wage policies following the state mandate. KSNB
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Consumers Supply Distributing announced a recall for Country Vet Biscuits Original Meaty Flavor and Heartland Harvest Dog Biscuits Meaty Flavor with Chicken due to potential salmonella contamination. Affected four-pound treats with Sept. 6 expiration sold locally should be returned for a refund. Nebraska TV
- ➤ Consumers Supply Distributing is recalling Country Vet Biscuits Original Meaty Flavor and Heartland Harvest Dog Biscuits Meaty Flavor with Chicken — sold in four-pound bags and set to expire Sept. 6 — due to possible salmonella contamination; affected customers in Nebraska should return the treats to their local store for a full refund. KSNB
- ➤ The local YMCA staff share practical tips to keep New Year fitness resolutions by recommending that members work out with a friend & vary routines to avoid burnout. Increased check-ins show community members are taking steps toward lasting healthy habits. KSNB
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Grand Island Senior High announced the 2026 Athletic Hall of Fame inductees who will be honored during halftime of the boys basketball game on Jan. 23. A banquet will follow on Jan. 24 at 10:00 a.m. at Balz Banquet & Reception Hall with tickets available at $25 each. KSNB
- ➤ Nebraska’s women’s basketball team lost 86-76 to Iowa on New Year’s Day (Britt Prince led with 27 points), and the Huskers will play Purdue at 2 p.m. Sunday in Lincoln. KSNB
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