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Saturday, May 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Grand Island. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two Grand Island men are in federal custody after a grand jury indicted them on federal drug trafficking charges. KSNB
- ➤ Police are investigating a burglary at Chief Industries in Grand Island that may have been an inside job & are gathering evidence to determine the cause of the theft. The Grand Island Independent
- ➤ A Grand Island man, Jonathan Cruz-Lopez—34, was charged with two counts of third-degree sexual assault of a child after officers responded on May 22 on Lincoln Ave and he faces a preliminary hearing on June 12 at 9:30 a.m. Central Nebraska Today
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fifty students at Grand Island Senior High earned honors recognition by achieving a cumulative GPA of 3.75 or higher, with some recognized as summa cum laude and others as magna cum laude. The Grand Island Independent
- ➤ Jocelyn Richling, the student speaker at the GISH graduation, recalled feeling overwhelmed on her first day at high school and unsure if she belonged. Her remarks stressed that the school helped her grow and overcome challenges—serving as a training ground for life. The Grand Island Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At the May 20 meeting, Hall County Commissioners reported that federal cutbacks affected local organizations—Central District Health Department cut travel and did not replace two positions, Transportation might face a 30% budget reduction, and CASA funding experienced significant cuts. Commissioners said these measures are already impacting community services. Central Nebraska Today
- ➤ At its May 22 meeting in Grand Island, the Central Platte Natural Resources District Board approved cease and desist orders for 30 producers who did not submit the required crop reports or water and soil sample results under the nitrogen management program. The board also voted on projects including a role as fiscal agent for the Central City Riverfront Development Project and contracts for a new office and education center—set for completion in February. Central Nebraska Today
- ➤ Nebraska lawmakers claimed Gov. Pillen missed the deadline on several line-item veto actions on the state’s upcoming budget. Gov. Pillen’s office said he acted on May 21 at the proper times – signing and delivering six bills as required – and that the legislature’s return of the mainline budget has created an impasse. Central Nebraska Today
- ➤ Nebraska Game and Parks Commission Conservation Officers began special patrols on Friday to reduce alcohol-related boating and vehicle accidents at state recreation areas this summer+the patrols will continue through the weekend to help keep visitors safe. KSNB
- ➤ Through August, Nebraska Game and Parks Commission conservation officers will conduct high-visibility patrols in state parks and wildlife management areas to reduce alcohol-related boat and vehicle accidents. The patrols will run on weekends from May 23 to Aug. 31, and officers will enforce limits on alcohol consumption on roads, designated swimming areas + parking lots. Central Nebraska Today
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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.
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Hermanos Escobedo in Grand Island
9 PM – 1 AM — 4th St. Banquet — $50 general admission — Enjoy a lively night featuring Hermanos Escobedo and other amazing bands.
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Free Concert: Andy William and the Nebraska All-Stars
7-9 p.m. — Stuhr Museum — Free entry — Enjoy a captivating mix of Latin rhythms and jazz in a beautiful outdoor setting.
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