Good Day
Grand Island
Sunday, November 3rd, 2024
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Good morning, Grand Island. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Gunnar A. Buchhammer has joined Smith Johnson Law Firm in Grand Island as an associate attorney, focusing on transactional matters and litigation. The Grand Island Independent
- ➤ The Business Coalition for Veterans collaborates with local stores in Grand Island and Hastings to raise funds for veterans, culminating in a celebration for the 249th U.S. Marine Corps birthday. The Grand Island Independent
- ➤ In Hall County, Nebraska, 90% of businesses passed an alcohol compliance check; however, Git N Split failed by selling alcohol to a minor without checking ID. The Grand Island Independent
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 20-year-old man from Grand Island was arrested in a sting operation for attempting to entice a non-existent 13-year-old, using electronic communication. The Grand Island Independent
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Central Community College Grand Island Campus celebrated Día De Los Muertos, a holiday focusing on honoring deceased ancestors with traditional activities like face painting and Mariachi music. KSNB
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Valley Irrigation's 'Valley Center Pivot' won the 2024 'Coolest Thing Made in Nebraska' award, highlighting the state's diverse and innovative manufacturing sector. The Grand Island Independent
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Grand Island Public Schools received the 2023-24 Safety Honor Roll recognition for a collective commitment to school safety, involving staff, security, and the community. The Grand Island Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ In the upcoming Nov. 5 election, two out of five Grand Island City Council seats feature contested races, with incumbents facing challengers in Wards One and Four. The Grand Island Independent
TRAVEL NEWS
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.
~ Theodore Roosevelt
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