Good morning, Grand Island.

A revised plan for the Aquatics Center at Veteran’s Village features a 10-lane pool, diving well, warm water therapy pool with a splash pad (for kids), and seating for 400 at around $25 million.

City Council will review the proposal as it meets the city's need for a new facility.

The Be the Light Winter Festival returned Saturday afternoon in Grand Island (featuring holiday activities and mental health awareness) for local families.

Trinity United Methodist Church has revived its annual Live Nativity and Soup Supper after a break of five years due to COVID-19 (which halted events).

The revived tradition now welcomes community members to gather in Grand Island.

A Bryant Elementary preschool teacher surprised students with an unexpected classroom activity on Monday, Dec.

8, sparking joy among the little ones. The creative effort highlights the school’s commitment to making learning fun and engaging.

The Cornhuskers are set to play in the Las Vegas Bowl against Utah on Dec.

31 at 2:30 p.m., with pregame coverage starting at 10:30 a.m. Season ticket holders have priority access beginning Monday at 9 a.m. (public sales open from 4 p.m.)

Nebraska’s football team will play Utah in the Las Vegas Bowl on Dec.

31 at Allegiant Stadium (with kickoff at 2:30 p.m. CT). Season ticket holders can purchase tickets today at 9:00 a.m. with the public sale beginning at 4:00 p.m.

Grand Island Pickleball Club president Karen Johnson says Woodsonia Real Estate’s revised Good Life District plan omits dedicated indoor pickleball courts for the planned Sports Complex (City Council will discuss the proposal Dec.

9) and players say the temporary multi-use setup limits play (current venues lack clear court markings).

Nebraska hired San Diego State defensive coordinator Rob Aurich on a three-year deal after firing John Butler.

He led a defense that ranked fifth in scoring (allowing 12.6 ppg) and previously coached at Idaho, aiming to boost the Cornhuskers’ performance.

Nebraska linebacker Dasan McCullough (after one season with the Huskers and stints at Indiana and Oklahoma) declared for the NFL Draft on Sunday afternoon and will play in the Las Vegas Bowl against Utah on Dec.

31.

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.