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Thursday, December 19th, 2024

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Good morning, Grand Island. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • ➤ The Greater Grand Island Community Foundation surprises 16 local nonprofits with over $30,000 in holiday grants to support various community needs.  Central Nebraska Today
  • ➤ Innate Concepts has initiated a luxury residential project in Grand Island's Prairie District, aiming to enhance community growth and attract professionals by offering customizable homes with lakefront views, starting spring 2025.  KSNB

CRIME NEWS

  • ➤ A Grand Island police officer has been arrested for DUI and placed on administrative leave during investigations, highlighting the seriousness with which the department addresses such allegations.  The Grand Island Independent
  • ➤ Two Grand Island residents were arrested in Lincoln County, Nebraska, for having over 140 grams of methamphetamine and fake cocaine in their vehicle during a traffic stop.  Nebraska TV
  • ➤ A man in Hastings was sentenced to 18 months of probation after brandishing a handgun during a 2023 parking lot dispute, avoiding jail with conditions including no substance use and anger management classes.  KSNB

ECONOMY NEWS

  • ➤ The City of Grand Island collected an additional $254,812 in the first month following the implementation of the Good Life District Occupation Tax, aimed at local economic development and infrastructure projects.  Central Nebraska Today

EDUCATION NEWS

  • ➤ Seedling Mile Elementary is set to close next school year due to staffing and financial inefficiencies, following a unanimous decision by the Grand Island Public Schools Board of Education.  The Grand Island Independent

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • ➤ The Central Platte NRD's annual water programs update on Feb. 11 in Grand Island will offer educational insights on water resource management and sustainability practices, with expert speakers and a catered lunch for attendees.  Central Nebraska Today

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • ➤ The Grand Island City Council reviewed the 2025 budget for the Heartland Events Center, approved a transition of ownership from Fonner Park, and supported local development and emergency service grants.  Central Nebraska Today

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