Good Day
Grand Island
Wednesday, December 4th, 2024
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Good morning, Grand Island. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mark Oppold, initially aspiring to be a sports broadcaster, shifted to farm broadcasting and has marked over 50 years in the profession, earning a place in the National Association of Farm Broadcasting's Hall of Fame. The Grand Island Independent
- ➤ The Grand Island Yard Waste Facility will close for the season on December 9, but residents can dispose of yard waste for free at the transfer station during normal operating hours. Central Nebraska Today
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Grand Island woman has been charged with multiple felonies, including assault and child abuse, after an investigation revealed unlivable conditions in her home. Central Nebraska Today
- ➤ Ashley Roberts was arrested in Grand Island for possession of a stolen truck, which was subsequently returned to its rightful owner. Central Nebraska Today
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska agricultural producers express optimism about President-elect Trump's influence on the sector, despite concerns over his tariff policies. The Grand Island Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hall County revises skid shed anchoring requirements, allowing smaller sheds under 300 square feet to use ground anchors, while maintaining strict methods for larger structures. The Grand Island Independent
- ➤ Hall County Commissioners plan to demolish an old jail and a DHHS office building to make way for a courthouse addition, with bids for the demolition and related projects due by December 17. Central Nebraska Today
TRAVEL NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The beauty of a living thing is not the atoms that go into it, but the way those atoms are put together.
~ Carl Sagan
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