Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of December.
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🏘️ Community
Grand Island Public Library hosts free winter break programs for families beginning Dec.
13 with events like Breakfast with Santa at 9:30 a.m., teen clubs, gingerbread building, board games and a Kids’ Construction Challenge; some sessions require registration (call 308-385-5333) and the library closes Dec. 24, 25 and Jan. 1.
The YWCA has launched its Building Better Futures campaign to transform the former Starr Elementary School into a facility serving 300 children to ease the local child care shortage (donations will be matched by the John and Deanna Scoot Foundation until July 2027).
Heartland United Way hosted its 28th annual toy distribution event at Fonner Park Pinnacle Bank Expo Center with Toys for Tots and the Marine Corps Reserve, bringing holiday joy to over 2,100 children from four counties.
Families applied through Dec. 10 + volunteers sorted and distributed toys.
St. Pauls Lutheran Church will host its 28th annual Community Christmas Day dinner on Dec.
25 from noon to 2 p.m. in the church fellowship hall (1515 S. Harrison).
Greater Grand Island Community Foundation announced Fall 2025 grant awards to support projects across Hall County.
The largest grant of $55,000 will fund Cairo’s new splash pad at Rasmussen Park, with construction set to begin early 2026 and an expected opening by July.
🎭 Culture
Residents in the Tri-Cities and North Platte can enjoy fun Christmas events this weekend as local groups host festive activities for families and community members+ details vary by event.
📰 Real Estate
The Hall County Planning Commission approved a $2M plan to transform the former chamber building downtown into housing and commercial space.
Developers will buy the property for $365K & add 10 apartments with work set to finish next December.
🎉 Grand Island Events
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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.
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