Good Day
Grand Island
Saturday, September 21st, 2024
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Good morning, Grand Island. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Grand Island Public Library and Parks & Recreation Department are hosting a free public Star Party at Camp Augustine, featuring telescope viewing with sessions for families and adults, requiring registration starting September 21. Central Nebraska Today
- ➤ The groundbreaking ceremony for the Grand Island Liberty Campus marks the start of converting the former Nebraska Veterans Home into affordable housing for seniors and veterans. Central Nebraska Today
- ➤ A new memorial dedicated to post-Vietnam War veterans will be unveiled in Hall County, recognizing all service members as part of a vision by seven veterans. Nebraska TV
- ➤ The Week Without Violence, focusing on 'Financial Trauma' is set for October 21-25, featuring a group painting fundraiser in Grand Island by YWCA, Willow Rising, and Hope Harbor to combat violence against women. Central Nebraska Today
- ➤ Grand Island's public library hosted a naturalization ceremony for over 20 new Americans, emphasizing the role of immigration in building a diverse and prosperous community. The Grand Island Independent
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Grand Island is set to get a new Target store, a $17.5 million project covering 150,000 square feet, replacing the former Dillard's in Conestoga Marketplace. KSNB
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Grand Island Public Schools' 2024-25 budget increases by 3.61% with a focus on investments in staff and student resources, maintaining ideal reserve levels, and planning for a bond referendum within 48 months. Central Nebraska Today
TRAVEL NEWS
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Prime Time Elementary Storytelling Event
Experience a storytelling event where children and their families engage in reading and discussing award-winning children's books, promoting critical thinking and connections to real-life situations.
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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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Preschool Storytime at the Library
Experience engaging stories and activities designed for preschool-aged children at the local library.
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RFP for Rail Transportation Project (2025-2029)
Learn about the upcoming Rail Transportation RFP process in Grand Island and access necessary bid documents.
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Baby & Toddler Lapsit Storytime
Experience a delightful storytime filled with stories, songs, rhymes, and playtime for infants and toddlers accompanied by their caregivers.
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Beading Workshop for Adults
Experience a creative afternoon with an assortment of beads and wire, as participants craft their own projects at the Grand Island Public Library.
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Narcotics Anonymous Meetings
Attend weekly Narcotics Anonymous meetings for support and guidance in overcoming drug addiction.
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New Painting: Van Goghing to the Patch
Experience an artistic evening at Arts & Drafts featuring new paintings inspired by Van Gogh.
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Preschool Storytime at the Library
Experience an engaging storytime session designed for preschool children, fostering a love for reading and imagination.
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Baby & Toddler Storytime
Experience interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and playtime designed for infants and toddlers alongside their caregivers.
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