Good Day
Grand Island
Tuesday, January 28th, 2025
Good morning, Grand Island. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Grand Island Chamber of Commerce's Young Professionals group will host the 9th annual State of the City Address on February 7, 2025, providing a platform for local leaders to discuss community issues and initiatives. Central Nebraska Today
- ➤ The Heartland Events Center is hosting a second job fair on January 29-30 to fill remaining part-time positions for the 2025 season, with no experience necessary for many roles. Central Nebraska Today
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A search warrant execution in Grand Island resulted in the arrest of four individuals for various offenses, including possession of a controlled substance and accessory to felony. Central Nebraska Today
- ➤ A Grand Island dispute over $40 related to a dog sale escalated when a suspect fired a shotgun and damaged a window; no one was injured. The Grand Island Independent
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Grand Island Public Schools commits to supporting students amidst immigration concerns, reflecting on the impact of a 2006 raid and ongoing national policies. Nebraska TV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy awarded $9,798,781 in grants to 136 projects across the state for waste reduction, recycling, and cleanups of various waste materials. Central Nebraska Today
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Two students in Grand Island's Northwest Public Schools have contracted whooping cough, prompting health officials to advise close monitoring and preventative antibiotics for high-risk individuals. KSNB
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B.J. Jamison Live at Grand Island Casino
B.J. Jamison will perform live at the Grand Island Casino Resort, featuring an evening of music and entertainment.
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Heartland Hoops Classic - Grand Island
The Heartland Hoops Classic is a competitive one-day high school basketball event featuring unique inter-class match-ups at the Heartland Events Center.
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Nebraska State Cheer & Dance Championships 2025
The Nebraska State Cheer & Dance Championships will feature athletes from around the state showcasing their skills at the Heartland Events Center in Grand Island.
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Nebraska State Cheer & Dance Championship in Grand Island
The Nebraska State Cheer & Dance event will feature competitive cheerleading and dance performances at the Heartland Events Center in Grand Island, NE.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
You cannot find yourself by going into the past. You can find yourself by coming into the present.
~ Eckhart Tolle
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