Good morning, Grand Island.

The City of Grand Island announced that all municipal swimming facilities will open on Saturday, May 24 for the summer season.

The facilities include Island Oasis Water Park, Lincoln Pool, three neighborhood wading pools and two splash pads with set hours and admission rates — kids three and under are free.

A 20-year-old Grand Island man died in an early morning accident on Tuesday, May 13 when his Ford Escort crossed into the oncoming lane on Highway 79 near West Bluff Road north of Lincoln at 2:45 a.m.—authorities said he was not wearing a seatbelt and may have used synthetic marijuana.

Ivan Maceo-Alvarez, 61, faces a felony theft charge in Hall County Court after allegedly stealing $30,821 from Walmart between March 11 and April 25+ his bond is set at $3,000+ he is scheduled to appear in court on June 16.

Police responded on May 13 at 10:26 a.m. after Pinnacle Bank reported a counterfeit $100 bill found from a deposit at Tommy’s Express Car Wash in Grand Island— the fake bill had circulated since early 2024— and no suspects were identified.

The popular Hear Grand Island summer concert series will continue this summer on a shortened schedule (six weeks of concerts) as the Railside Business Improvement District and local groups work together to manage rising costs and rain-outs.

Rising costs and bad weather have led to changes (no dates or bands have been announced) but the festival will still feature great local music.

City council approved a new lighting project for nine blocks on Fourth Street from Eddy to Kimball Tuesday night.

The project will cost $250,000 from keno funds to improve safety and enhance the district—Councilman Chuck Haase said it is a smart use of funds.

The Grand Island City Cemetery Office is extending its hours for Memorial Day weekend to better serve visitors who honor loved ones, with Saturday May 24 and Sunday May 25 open from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Memorial Day on May 26 running from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. Cemetery staff will remove non-permanent memorial decorations starting at 7 a.m.—June 9, so visitors should collect their items before that time.

Young Professionals May Luncheon

12-1 p.m. — Olive Garden Italian Restaurant — Lunch cost not specified — Network and enjoy a delicious meal with fellow Young Professionals.