Good morning, Grand Island.

St. Pauls Lutheran Church will host its 28th annual Community Christmas Dinner from noon to 2 p.m. on Dec.

25 at 1515 S. Harrison — around 1,000 guests will enjoy a traditional meal of turkey, ham, and pumpkin pie while volunteers are needed on Dec. 22, 23, and 25 with sign-up ending on Dec. 18.

Willow Rising announced a new interim executive director on Wednesday afternoon to guide the organization.

Details about the leadership change remain limited as community members await further updates.

YWCA Grand Island has accelerated its 'Building Brighter Futures' campaign by renovating two modular buildings at 315 Wyandotte to house the Almost Home after-school program + meet state licensing standards, paving the way for Phase 2 to add 150 licensed childcare spots.

A special Letters to Santa mailbox—available until Dec.

15—is set up inside CHI Health St. Francis’ main lobby for children to send holiday wishes. The mailbox offers a festive seasonal opportunity at the hospital.

Grand Island’s ‘Share The Warmth’ program is offering essential resources to help families stay warm this winter as part of an ongoing effort that began on Dec.

1. Local community centers will provide more details about the program.

The Nebraska Chamber of Commerce and Industry announced a partnership with CareerPathway.com to boost local career opportunities and strengthen the workforce pipeline.

The collaboration offers premium onboarding and a biannual data package that connects nearly 400 businesses with students.

Prairie Pride Brewing Co. will close its doors at the end of this year, affecting local beer lovers (details on the transition have not been provided).

Nebraska Extension will host its 2026 Calving College series with three webinars on Jan.

19, Jan. 26 & Feb. 2 from 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. CT and hands-on workshops at four locations from Feb. 9 to 12 in Nebraska and South Dakota. Registration costs $80 and must be completed by Jan. 12.

Nebraska football’s Kenneth Williams and Jacory Barney, Jr. were honored as all-conference performers by the Big Ten’s media and coaches on Wednesday.

The honors recognized Williams as a top return specialist and Barney for his performance on special teams.

Dashing for Donuts

8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Grand Island YMCA — Registration fee required — Participate in a delightful 1-mile dash and enjoy some sweet treats in Grand Island.

2025 NICCA Annual Meeting

12:30-6:30 p.m. — Bosselman Conference Center — Pre-registration required — Engage in insightful agricultural discussions and networking opportunities.

Los Pescadores Del Rio Conchos Concert

8 p.m. — Diamond Reception Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling regional music with the electrifying Los Pescadores Del Rio Conchos.

Cruz Control Christmas with UPSET & DJ Bliss

7-11 p.m. — Liederkranz — Free entry — Celebrate the holidays at an Ugly Sweater Party with live music from Cruz Control.

Spud-tacular: Unearth the Potential of Potatoes

10 a.m. — Raising Nebraska — Check event page for pricing — Discover the world of potatoes through engaging activities and yummy treats.