Good Day
Grand Island
Tuesday, May 12th, 2026
Good morning, Grand Island. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Grand Island is set to reopen several splash pads, wading pools and swimming facilities for the summer season. The splash pads will open Saturday, May 23, while Island Oasis Water Park and Lincoln Pool will open May 30 with varying hours and admission details. Nebraska TV
- ➤ Good Samaritan will host a puzzle tournament with Hastings Parks and Rec to offer local residents a fun community challenge. The event is scheduled for later this month at the Hastings facility. KSNB
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ 620 graduates marched across the stage at Grand Island Senior High’s commencement at the Heartland Events Center on Saturday, receiving their diplomas in a ceremony that encouraged them to ask (Why not?) about their future. The Grand Island Independent
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Game and Parks will inspect boats statewide this summer to slow the spread of zebra mussels, an invasive species that can harm local water ecosystems and recreation. Boaters must clean, drain, and dry their equipment before moving to another water body. Central Nebraska Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rolando Nicolas celebrated three years as the permanent deacon at St. Francis of Assisi on May 2 with a service featuring Mayan prayer and traditional attire. Since mid-April, he has worn an ankle monitor and checked in with federal officials, yet he remains a vital bridge for local Guatemalan congregants. KSNB
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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.
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