Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of May.
Good morning, Grand Island.
🏘️ Community
Donors raised $1,873,810 to support 165 nonprofits (serving Hall, Hamilton, Howard, and Merrick counties) during this year’s Go Big Give.
EPIC announced its opening day and will soon unveil a new community venue.
🏛️ Government
On May 8, the names of Trooper Kyle McAcy + Officer Kolby Baber were added to the Nebraska Law Enforcement Memorial at 408 State Fair Blvd during the Police Memorial Day Service, where Gov. Jim Pillen and other officials honored their service.
🏥 Health
The CDC says six Americans on the MV Hondius will be quarantined in Nebraska + a team will meet them at Nebraska Medicine’s biocontainment unit following a hantavirus outbreak that has already led to three deaths on board.
CHI Health St. Francis invites families to join its free Summer Safety Spectacular on Thursday, May 21 from 5 to 7 p.m. in its parking lot; the event features inflatables, giveaways and safety tips (water, bike, and fire safety among others) from first responders and experts.
🏈 Sports
HAL Sports will manage the Nebraska State Fair Marathon returning on Saturday, Aug.
29 in Grand Island with distances from a Boston-qualifying marathon to a kid run. Registration is open (prices increase June 1 and sign-up is best by May 31).
🎉 Grand Island Events
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Nebraska SIEGE Pro Arena Football
7:05-11:05 p.m. — Heartland Events Center — Ticket availability limited — Catch the thrilling Nebraska Siege Pro Arena Football action right in Grand Island.
🏠 Grand Island Real Estate
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