Good Day
Grand Island
Thursday, December 12th, 2024
Good morning, Grand Island. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Grand Island Public Library offers a variety of free, seasonal activities for children and teens during the winter break, including a visit from Santa, crafting, and games. Central Nebraska Today
- ➤ The Grand Island Police Department launches a 'Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over' campaign, funded by a grant, to increase patrols and reduce impaired driving incidents during the holiday season. KSNB
- ➤ The Central Nebraska Humane Society is at full capacity following a surge in animals from a recent law enforcement operation. KSNB
- ➤ In Nebraska, a legal challenge against a medical marijuana ballot measure arises, police encourage sober driving, a scam victim loses $20,000, and icy conditions prompt weather warnings. KSNB
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ James Wert, an Aurora man, pleaded no contest to charges of child enticement and attempted use of an electronic device to commit sexual assault after being caught in an undercover sting operation. Nebraska TV
- ➤ Two 18-year-old men were arrested for burglarizing a Grand Island vape shop, with additional involvement from three juveniles, leading to a mix of arrests and juvenile detention. The Grand Island Independent
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Stuhr Museum in Grand Island, Nebraska, celebrates the 36th year of its 'Fantasy of Trees' event, featuring 60 creatively decorated trees by local organizations, with visitor voting for favorites to win prizes. KSNB
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Grand Island school board deliberates on the operational efficiency of Seedling Mile Elementary amidst declining enrollment and transportation concerns. Nebraska TV
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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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~ Jim Rohn
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