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Thursday, October 24th, 2024
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Good morning, Grand Island. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Grand Island's Hometown Heroes program is set to expand its veterans banner project, adding banners to 77 more poles to honor veterans, with unanimous City Council approval. Central Nebraska Today
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Angel Gatto from Grand Island was sentenced to five years probation for stealing firearms and other related crimes. KSNB
- ➤ Two Grand Island men were separately arrested for trespassing on railroad property and in a city park, with one also charged with possession of a controlled substance. The Grand Island Independent
- ➤ Juan Martinez Arroyo was sentenced to 11 years in prison for possessing over 50 grams of methamphetamine found in his car by Nebraska police on I-80. KSNB
- ➤ A judge in Grand Island has mandated a second mental evaluation for James Thompson Jr., accused of a fatal stabbing at an I-80 rest stop, following his plea of not guilty by reason of insanity. KSNB
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Kinkaider Brewery is closing its Grand Island, Nebraska location due to challenges, staying open through Halloween. Nebraska TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Grand Island City Council unanimously voted to apply for a grant to extend sanitary sewer lines to Hornady Manufacturing's second site, enhancing the company's expansion capabilities. Central Nebraska Today
SPORTS NEWS
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IMomSoHard Live Show
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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
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Bookbop Music and Movement Storytime
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Nebraska Wineries Holiday Toast Festival
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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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Mark Masters and Short Jake Comedy Show at Arts & Drafts
Experience a night of laughter with Colorado's 2nd cleanest comedian, Mark Masters, and headliner Short Jake at the vibrant Arts & Drafts venue in Grand Island.
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El Chacal Live at Heartland Events Center
Experience a live performance by El Chacal at the Heartland Events Center during the Nebraska State Fair.
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