Thursday, September 12th, 2024

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Good morning, Grand Island. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Two Nebraskans recounted their experiences of the 9/11 attacks in New York at a memorial event, highlighting the community's solidarity and the impact on first responders. KSNB
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Grand Island Police Department is probing early Tuesday gunfire in a neighborhood but found no shell casings or property damage. KSNB
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Grand Island will host 'Welcoming Week 2024' starting September 13 to celebrate cultural diversity with a series of events including concerts, discussions, and a mural painting. Central Nebraska Today
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Central Community College ranks first in energy and fifth overall internationally among associate institutions for sustainability efforts. KSNB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Grand Island DHHS building and old Hall County jail will be demolished for a Hall County Courthouse expansion, with plans to assist DHHS in funding its new location. The Grand Island Independent
- ➤ A legislative change in Nebraska ends a school tax credit, potentially causing property owners to miss a 30% rebate on 2023 taxes. The Grand Island Independent
- ➤ Nebraska voters may decide on critical issues including abortion rights, medical marijuana, and paid sick leave in the upcoming November general election, with several petitions submitted but facing legal challenges and final ballot certification pending. The Grand Island Independent
- ➤ Nebraska officials, including Governor Jim Pillen, celebrated the passage of laws to prevent land near military sites from being purchased by foreign adversaries, highlighting a case of a foreign entity near Warren Air Force Base and the importance of national security. The Grand Island Independent
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ During National Farm Safety and Health Week, Nebraska Corn advocates for safety awareness in agriculture, emphasizing the importance of preventive measures to avoid accidents in a sector where one in four Nebraska jobs are related. Central Nebraska Today
TRAVEL NEWS
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Long Range Rifle Match and Fun Shoot at Heartland Public Shooting Park
Experience a competitive long-range rifle match alongside a fun shooting event designed for rifle enthusiasts of all skill levels.
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Community Art Show Reception
Experience creativity and community engagement at the annual Community Art Show Reception, welcoming all artists to showcase their work at the Grand Island Public Library.
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ToP Facilitation Techniques Workshop
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Preschool Storytime at the Library
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Josh Hoyer & Soul Colossal Live at Stuhr Museum
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Creative Teen Program: Perler Beads Workshop
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Cooking the Books: Chef's Choice Cooking Club
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Prime Time Elementary Storytelling Event
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Bookbop: Music and Movement Storytime
Experience an engaging storytime that combines music, dancing, and storytelling to promote early literacy for children aged 0-5.
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