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Gov. Pillen, NDVA Continue Celebrating 80 Years of Victory Through WWII Recognition Program
Apr 24, 2025 / Laura Strimple
A deadline is fast approaching for World War II veterans who wish to receive their medal and certificate at a special ceremony in the State C...
Election Complaint Filed Over Missing Records in Medical Marijuana Ballot Challenge
Apr 24, 2025 / Kenny Colston
Lincoln – Earlier today, Common Cause Nebraska Executive Director Gavin Geis filed a complaint with the Nebraska Accountability and Disclosur...
Driver Arrested for 4th DUI After Omaha Pursuit
Apr 24, 2025 / NSP
April 24, 2025 (Omaha, Neb.) — Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol arrested one person following a brief pursuit in Omaha late Wedn...-2025-04-24-14-02-18.jpg?width=550&height=289)
Dr. George Graef Honored with the 2025 Larry Tonniges Research Achievement Award
Apr 24, 2025 / Tom Hoxmeier
LINCOLN, Neb. (April 23, 2025) – For more than three decades, Dr. George Graef has been a driving force in soybean research, dedicating his c...
Hastings Police Report
Apr 24, 2025 / HPD
April 24th 2025Reported Offenses: On April 23, 2025, a 30-year-old Hastings resident reported a hit and run in the 400 block of South Elm Avenue. ...-2025-04-24-10-20-12.jpg?width=550&height=289)
Vietnam Veterans Ceremony Coming Next Week
Apr 24, 2025 / KRGI News
Pam Lancaster and Brad Mellema gave the latest on the Vietnam Veterans event on Wednesday.-2025-04-16-09-12-12.jpg?width=550&height=289)
Seedling Mile Elementary Legacy Open House Saturday
Apr 24, 2025 / Mitchell Roush Director of Communications & Marketing Grand Island Public Schools
Listen to an interview with Matt Fisher and Kelly Wemhoff below. GRAND ISLAND (Neb.) — Grand Island Public Schools (GIPS) invites the commun...
NW Featured on Community Connection
Apr 24, 2025 / KRGI News
Northwest Superintendent Dr. Jeff Edwards joined Brian Gallagher.-2025-04-24-09-43-47.jpg?width=550&height=289)
GIFD Suspending All Burn Permits Due to Statewide Ban
Apr 24, 2025 / Spencer Schubert Communications Manager City of GI
Grand Island, Neb. — Effective immediately, all burn permits issued by the Grand Island Fire Department are suspended due to an executive ord...
GI Police Report
Apr 24, 2025 / GIPD
News media report for: 04/24/25All crimes reported in this news media report are felonies for the past 24 hours. For more information on repor...-2025-04-24-07-19-24.jpg?width=550&height=289)
‘It means everything to me’: Neal Schnoor returns home as top candidate for UNK chancellor
Apr 24, 2025 / By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications
LINCOLN – As he prepared for Wednesday’s press conference, Neal Schnoor needed to add one more item to his attire. With a little assis...-2025-04-24-07-15-13.jpg?width=550&height=289)
Governor Pillen Declares Emergency, Mobilizes Nebraska National Guard and Issues Statewide Burn Ban Following Fire in Brown County
Apr 24, 2025 / Laura Strimple
LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen has authorized the Nebraska National Guard to mobilize 29 soldiers and airmen to assist local volunteer fir...
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Set for Saturday
Apr 23, 2025 / Emily Murray Public Information Officer
OMAHA, Neb. – The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), in coordination with more than 4,400 law enforcement partners, will host the 28th Na...Hastings Police Report
Apr 23, 2025 / HPD
April 23rd 2025Reported Offenses: On April 22, 2025, a 62-year-old Hastings resident reported a theft in the 700 block of East 2nd Street. On Apr...
One Killed in Fatal Motorcycle Crash
Apr 23, 2025 / Spencer Schubert Communications Manager City of GI
Grand Island, Neb. — A northbound Kawasaki EX300 motorcycle lost control west of the intersection of S. North Road and Stolley Park Road, lea...
LB89 Advances After Four Hours of Debate
Apr 23, 2025 / KRGI News
After passionate debate on both sides of the issue, LB89 advanced at the Nebraska Legislature. The statement of intent of the bill reads: LB 89 e...-2025-04-23-13-00-48.jpg?width=550&height=289)
GISH Students Earn Recognition at State SkillsUSA Competition
Apr 23, 2025 / Mitchell Roush Director of Communications & Marketing Grand Island Public Schools
GRAND ISLAND (Neb.) — In fielding a large team of student competitors, Grand Island Senior High’s (GISH) commitment to Career & Tec...
CDHD Focuses on Bike Safety
Apr 23, 2025 / KRGI News
Ashley Hake of the Central District Health Department discussed bike safety with Brian Gallagher.
CNCAA plans Saturday Event at Bader Park
Apr 23, 2025 / KRGI News
Celeste Heavilan-Penner joined Brian Gallagher with the latest on a special Saturday.
YWCA Grand Island’s new child development center to be named in honor of Marval Hornady
Apr 23, 2025 / YWCA Press Release
GRAND ISLAND, NE – YWCA Grand Island is thrilled to announce a significant contribution of $1 million from Hornady Manufacturing toward...
Investigation Begins in Death at Buffalo County Jail
Apr 23, 2025 / Capt. Bob Anderson
The Buffalo County Sheriff’s Office has requested the assistance of the South Central Area Law Enforcement Services (SCALES) to investigate t... (1)-2025-04-23-09-59-13.jpg?width=550&height=289)
4-H Volunteers Receive State-Level Awards
Apr 23, 2025 / UNL
Lincoln, Neb., April 23 — Eighteen adult volunteers, eight 4-H members, and four families of volunteers are being recognized with 2025 Nebras...-2025-04-23-09-53-25.jpg?width=550&height=289)
GI City Council Wrap from 4-22
Apr 23, 2025 / Spencer Schubert Communications Manager City of GI
The Grand Island City Council met on Tuesday. Ward 1 Councilmember Doug Brown gives his reaction below. You can see the complete meeting by clickin...
GI Police Report
Apr 23, 2025 / GIPD
News media report for: 04/23/25All crimes reported in this news media report are felonies for the past 24 hours. For more information on reports, p...
GIFD Recognizes Thomas, Kuehl & New Members
Apr 23, 2025 / KRGI News
(Grand Island, NE) - It was a busy Tuesday for the Grand Island Fire Department when it came to recognizing a long-term member of the department, a...