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Thursday, November 14th, 2024

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Good morning, Grand Island. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of November.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Grand Island Public Library implements a daily checkout limit on its Hoopla digital service due to budget constraints, while continuing to offer the service under a new three-year contract.  The Grand Island Independent
  • The article lists various community events occurring in Grand Island and surrounding areas, ranging from musical performances and charity events to educational presentations and art exhibits.  The Grand Island Independent
  • Two housing development projects in Grand Island seek city council approval to address a low vacancy rate with 22 new single-family homes and an addition of 66 units to The Talon Apartments complex.  KSNB

CRIME NEWS

  • Incidents at Grand Island Skills Academies involved a 12-year-old assaulting staff and a 14-year-old causing a false intruder alert, leading to an arrest and a citation respectively.  The Grand Island Independent
  • A Westridge Middle School student was arrested for third degree assault on an officer and resisting arrest after causing a disruption and fleeing police in Grand Island.  Central Nebraska Today
  • Nebraska's Attorney General Mike Hilgers sues social media influencer Elizabeth Friesen and others for misleading consumers through 'passive income' schemes, seeking restitution for Nebraskans' losses.  Central Nebraska Today
  • In Grand Island, Julissa Trevino accepted a plea deal for first-degree assault, with charges including attempted murder and child abuse being dropped, after a confrontation where her sister was injured.  KSNB

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Dan Quick appears to have won back the District 35 state senate seat against Ray Aquilar in Grand Island, based on unofficial election results.  Nebraska TV

EVENTS

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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.

    Sat, 11/16/24

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  • Bookbop: Music and Movement Storytime

    Experience an engaging music and movement storytime designed to promote early literacy through singing, dancing, and storytelling for children aged 0-5.

    Tue, 11/19/24

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  • Makano Live Performance in Grand Island, NE

    Experience an exciting live music performance by Makano at the 4th St. Banquet in Grand Island.

    Fri, 12/6/24

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  • Christmas Past & Present at Stuhr Museum

    Experience Christmas traditions of the 1890s and modern holiday festivities at the Stuhr Museum, featuring historic decorations, interactions with Father Christmas, and an art exhibit.

    Sat, 12/7/24

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  • Exciting Latin Dance Workshops with Christine Hollister

    Two engaging Latin dance workshops are hosted by Christine Hollister, suitable for both beginners and experienced dancers.

    Thu, 12/12/24

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  • Christmas Past & Present Celebration

    Experience the charm of Christmas traditions from the 1890s while enjoying modern holiday displays and activities at the Stuhr Museum.

    Fri, 12/13/24

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  • MWA Grand Island Christmas Chaos Wrestling Event

    MWA Christmas Chaos showcases top-tier MWA Pro Wrestling and Lucha Libre entertainment with three championship matches and a Last Man Standing match, benefitting Toys for Tots.

    Sat, 12/14/24

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