Sunday, September 22nd, 2024

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Good morning, Grand Island. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 22nd of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A new steel globe memorial dedicated in Grand Island honors all veterans' sacrifices, with an emphasis on volunteer service members since Vietnam. Nebraska TV
- ➤ Grand Island residents express their opinions and concerns in a weekly round-up of letters published in the Grand Island Independent. The Grand Island Independent
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Grand Island has been selected for a grant by the National League of Cities to launch a Community Kitchen Pilot Project to enhance economic mobility, offering local food and beverage businesses a chance to grow. The Grand Island Independent
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Over 16,000 high school seniors, including several from Central Nebraska, are semi-finalists in the 70th National Merit Scholarship Program, competing for nearly $26 million in scholarships. The Grand Island Independent
- ➤ 119 Nebraska students have been named National Merit Scholarship semifinalists, highlighting their exceptional academic abilities and potential for future success. The Grand Island Independent
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Elkhorn South High School Storm triumphed over Grand Island High School Islanders with a score of 49 to 14. Central Nebraska Today
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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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