Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 13th of February.
Good morning, Grand Island.
🏘️ Community
The City of Grand Island plans to clear snow downtown, imposing a parking ban on specific streets from midnight to noon on February 13 to streamline the operation.
🚧 Accidents
A mechanical malfunction in the bone dryer at JBS Swift's Grand Island facility caused a fire, with no reported injuries.
🚨 Crime
In Grand Island, a man was arrested for assaulting his 17-year-old stepdaughter with a frying pan during a verbal disturbance.
🌲 Environment
Grand Island schools closed due to a combination of snow and extreme wind chills, with city crews actively plowing streets and maintaining snow emergency measures.
🏛️ Government
Grand Island's City Council approved a $500,000 LB840 grant to the YWCA for expanding its child development center, aiming to double classroom space and significantly increase staff and child capacity by 2026.
The Grand Island City Council reviewed the Good Life District Master Plan, featuring a sports complex, aquatic center, retail spaces, and housing to support city growth and recreation.
🎉 Grand Island Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Weekend of Wheels Auto Show
The Weekend of Wheels is an auto show at the Pinnacle Bank Expo Center featuring adult admission for $12 and free entry for children under 12.
Nebraska USA State Wrestling Tournament
The Nebraska USA State Wrestling Tournament showcases amateur wrestling for participants of all ages, organized by the Nebraska USA Wrestling Federation.
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