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Grand Island
Friday, October 18th, 2024
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Good morning, Grand Island. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Grand Island Fire Department completed a school tour for Fire Prevention Month, visiting 16 schools to educate students on fire prevention and showcase firefighting equipment. Central Nebraska Today
- ➤ Domestic Violence Awareness Month, observed every October, focuses on supporting survivors, sharing resources, and promoting awareness for healthier relationships. Nebraska TV
- ➤ The Aurora Police Department is requesting assistance to locate four missing teenagers, last seen Wednesday, possibly traveling in a gold 2004 Pontiac Grand Am. The Grand Island Independent
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Central Nebraska experienced several fires, including a grass fire near Grand Island and a corn field fire in Clay Center, with no injuries reported. KSNB
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Central Nebraska faces a Red Flag Warning due to 'high-end to locally extreme' fire weather conditions, with strong winds and low humidity increasing risk of rapid fire spread. Central Nebraska Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Grand Island became the third Nebraska city to strengthen emergency preparedness and support for veterans through a new partnership with the Nebraska National Guard. The Grand Island Independent
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The 2024 NSAA State Softball tournament progresses with key games and results from Day 2, highlighting the competitive teams advancing. KSNB
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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.
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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.
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IMomSoHard Live Show
Experience a night of laughter and relatable motherhood moments with IMomSoHard at the Heartland Events Center.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Nebraska Wineries Holiday Toast Festival
Experience the second largest gathering of Nebraska wineries, featuring unlimited tastings from various participating wineries.
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Business Networking with Coffee – Grand Island
Experience a networking opportunity over coffee, where you can connect with others and gain business advice in a community-focused atmosphere.
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