Good morning, Grand Island.

Warm-hearted residents have donated over $11,000 so far for Christmas meals and still have time to contribute, helping feed local families this holiday season.

The Walkway Gallery at CHI Health Good Samaritan is presenting an exhibit of colored pencil drawings by Kearney artist Daniel Garringer until March 2026 — the work started during the Covid-19 shutdown to capture local rural scenes.

A Grand Island man won $120,000 playing Nebraska Pick 5 after buying his ticket at Pump + Pantry at 3436 S.

Locust St.

Amy Richards will serve as early childhood education coordinator at Grand Island Public Schools while Sarah Sell will join Starr Elementary as assistant principal, boosting school leadership roles in the district.

Grand Island Rural Fire Department has issued a burn ban as high winds may reach 80 mph over the next few days, prompting safety measures for outdoor fires.

Nebraska's Department of Revenue announced that the Kratom Consumer Protection Act goes into effect Jan.

1, requiring herbal supplement sellers to follow strict manufacturing and labeling standards + retailers of unregistered products will face penalties.

On Wednesday, local schools received their NSAA football district assignments for the 2026 and 2027 seasons; York (District B-2) joined other teams placed in classes B, C1, C2, and D as detailed on the NSAA website.

Jake Kracl, a former Kearney High standout, was a key punter as Iowa Western won 28-10 in the NJCAA championship this week.

The team, featuring 10 Nebraskans, clinched its fourth title at Bain-Schaeffer Buffalo Stadium in Canyon, Texas.

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.