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Good morning, Grand Island. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of November.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Nebraska Memorial Forest program aims to plant up to 160 trees in Grand Island to honor fallen military and first responder heroes, with each tree marked by a GPS location and QR code for identification.  Central Nebraska Today
  • The Grand Island City Council unanimously approved a one-year, $550,000 contract with the Central Nebraska Humane Society to provide animal control and shelter services.  Central Nebraska Today
  • The Grand Island City Council unanimously approved a $45.3 million redevelopment plan for the Camp Augustine area, aiming to transform it into a recreation area with numerous amenities.  Central Nebraska Today
  • The City of Grand Island will finalize ownership of the Heartland Events Center with its last bond payment on Dec. 15, transitioning management to VenuWorks Inc. and aiming to enhance its community value.  The Grand Island Independent

CRIME NEWS

  • In Grand Island, a traffic stop led to the arrest of Layne Van Winkle for possession of methamphetamine and related offenses.  Central Nebraska Today

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Dodge Elementary in Grand Island, Nebraska, receives a book-vending machine from a Read-Nebraska literacy grant to boost student reading through a unique token system.  KSNB

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Grand Island, Nebraska seeks to adjust its electric utility cost-sharing processes due to a fourfold increase in infrastructure costs, aiming to introduce contributions from developers while maintaining one of the lowest customer cost shares in the state.  Central Nebraska Today
  • Grand Island City Council unanimously approves hiring outside counsel for class action litigation regarding PFAS contamination in the city's water supply.  Central Nebraska Today

HEALTH NEWS

  • CHI Health St. Francis and CHI Health Good Samaritan in Nebraska achieved 'A' grades for patient safety, marking a significant recognition for their efforts in preventing medical errors and accidents.  KSNB

EVENTS

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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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