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Wednesday, October 16th, 2024

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Good morning, Grand Island. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The annual Halloween Express event at Stolley Park Railroad in Grand Island featured costumed riders, spooky decorations, and highlighted redevelopment fundraising efforts.  Nebraska TV

CRIME NEWS

  • A former Grand Island firefighter pleaded not guilty to charges of enticement by electronic communication and intentional child abuse, with a trial date yet to be set.  KSNB
  • In Grand Island, Dilan Guzman Fontes was arrested for assaulting a woman and attempting to evade police.  Central Nebraska Today

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The GIPS Foundation's Harvest event successfully raised over $138,000 to support Grand Island Public Schools' students and staff with resources for academic and personal growth.  Central Nebraska Today

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • The article forecasts potential fire weather conditions for the coming days.  KSNB

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Grand Island introduces a WebMap tool enabling residents to check if their homes have lead, non-lead, or unknown service lines, and informs about a 10-year lead replacement program.  Central Nebraska Today
  • The Grand Island Police Department will improve its mental health care for officers with a new federal grant.  KSNB

HEALTH NEWS

  • The Grand Island City Council has approved funding for a water department program aimed at replacing lead or galvanized iron water service lines to improve community health.  KSNB
  • Dr. Douglas Kosmicki presents a heart-health session focused on low-carb diets to reduce cardiac risk, free and open to the community in Grand Island.  Central Nebraska Today

EVENTS

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  • 2024 Greater Midwest Super Shoot at Heartland Public Shooting Park

    Experience a thrilling competition featuring American, International, Sporting, and Doubles shotgun events at the Greater Midwest Super Shoot.

    Thu, 10/17/24

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  • Cowboy Action Shooting Competition and Fun Event

    Experience an exciting day of cowboy action shooting in a friendly competition at the Heartland Public Shooting Park.

    Sat, 10/19/24

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  • Prime Time Elementary: Storytelling and Family Reading

    Experience storytelling and family engagement as children and their families gather to read and discuss award-winning children’s books in a community setting.

    Mon, 10/21/24

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  • IMomSoHard Live Show

    Experience a night of laughter and relatable motherhood moments with IMomSoHard at the Heartland Events Center.

    Sat, 10/26/24

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  • Bookbop: Music and Movement Storytime

    Experience a delightful music and movement storytime that fosters early literacy through singing, dancing, and engaging stories for children ages 0-5.

    Tue, 10/29/24

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  • Baby & Toddler Lapsit Storytime

    Experience a delightful storytime for children ages 0-2, featuring stories, songs, rhymes, and playtime activities for little ones and their caregivers.

    Fri, 11/1/24

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  • Chris Janson Live Concert

    Experience a night of high-energy entertainment with Platinum-selling artist Chris Janson, a multi-instrumentalist and award-winning singer-songwriter.

    Sat, 11/2/24

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  • Open Celtic Music Session at Grand Island Library

    Experience a lively informal gathering where musicians of all skill levels can play and enjoy Celtic music together.

    Sun, 11/3/24

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  • Bookbop Music and Movement Storytime

    Experience a lively storytime filled with singing, dancing, and stories that fosters early literacy for children aged 0-5.

    Tue, 11/5/24

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  • Nebraska Wineries Holiday Toast Festival

    Experience the second largest gathering of Nebraska wineries, featuring unlimited tastings from various participating wineries.

    Sat, 11/9/24

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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