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Vincent Frank Barresi
GRAND ISLAND — Vincent Frank Barresi, 75 of Kearney, died July 4, 2024, at the Country House in Grand Island, after a struggle with renal failure. Memorial services are 10:30 a.m., Thursday, July 25, at the O’Brien Straatmann Redinger Funeral Home in Kearney. Inurnment will be held at a later date.
Good Life For Grand Island campaign kicks off
GRAND ISLAND — A press conference is planned by the Good Life For Grand Island political committee on Thursday, July 11, at 10 a.m., at the Veteran’s Sports Complex to kick off a campaign to encourage voters to vote “FOR” passage of a proposed economic development program related to the city’s newly approved Good Life District.
State Patrol begins 70th Basic Recruit Camp
The next class of recruits has started their journey to becoming a Nebraska State Trooper. The recruits of the 70th Basic Recruit Class of the Nebraska State Patrol began training today at the Nebraska State Patrol Training Academy in Grand Island. “Today is a milestone day for the Nebraska State...
Donald R. Felber
Former Clay Center, Nebraska, resident Donald Ralph Felber, 67, passed away Saturday, July 6, 2024, at Good Samaritan Society-Grand Island Village in Grand Island, NE. Funeral services are 11 a.m. Friday, July 12, at McLaughlin Funeral Chapel in Clay Center with Pastor Jeff Jensen officiating.
What's Going On: Local calendar of events
Spaceflight Explorers with Edgerton Explorit Center, a summer reading program Mega Monday event for all ages, 10:30 a.m., Grand Island Public Library, 1124 W. Second St.; 308-385-5333. Tuesday, July 9. “Bison of the Crane Trust: Past, Present and Future,” presented by Josh Wiese, Crane Trust range managers, 7 p.m., Crane...
Good Life For Grand Island political committee to launch campaign Thursday
The Good Life For Grand Island political committee will launch its campaign on Thursday, July 11. The committee said in a release the campaign will encourage voters to vote “for” passage of a proposed economic development program related to the city’s newly approved Good Life District. The...
Robin L. Hendricksen
Listen now and subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | RSS Feed | SoundStack | All Of Our Podcasts. Robin L. Hendricksen, age 71 of Grand Island, died Tuesday, July 9, 2024 in York. Services are pending with Metz Mortuary in York.
Hornady executive pleads not guilty to speeding, DUI charges
Hornady Vice President Jason Hornady has pleaded not guilty to charges stemming from a recent arrest for reckless and drunk driving. In court documents filed Monday, Hornady pleaded not guilty to driving under the influence-first offense, willful reckless driving-second offense, speeding and racing on the highway. Hornady also requested a jury trial in the filing. The charges stem from Hornady's arrest on June 21.
FBI Data Reveals the 3 Most Dangerous Cities in Nebraska
Nebraska, known for its vast cornfields, friendly people, and strong agricultural economy, is not immune to the challenges of crime and safety. According to recent FBI data, three cities in the Cornhusker State stand out as the most dangerous, with high rates of violent and property crimes. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the FBI’s findings and explore the factors contributing to these cities’ crime rates.
Woman hospitalized in Salina after 2-vehicle crash
OTTAWA COUNTY—One person was injured in an accident just before 4p.m. Sunday in Ottawa County. The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2017 Chevy Suburban driven by Dana Dramse, 47, Grand Island, Nebraska was northbound on U.S. 81 ten miles south of Minneapolis. The Suburban was following a 2023 Toyota Camry driven by Bridget Jeannette Omotosho, 57, Fort Worth Texas.
Grand Island City Council to Meet Tuesday
This is an open meeting of the Grand Island City Council. The City of Grand Island abides by the Open Meetings Act in conducting business. A copy of the Open Meetings Act is displayed in the back of this room as required by state law. The City Council may vote to go into Closed Session on any agenda item as allowed by state law.
GI Police Report
All crimes reported in this news media report are felonies for the past 24 hours. For more information on reports, please contact Capt. Dean Elliott. Brief Narrative: Officers observed a brown 2012 Kia Soul make an improper turn on W 2nd St. and N Walnut St. The vehicle would make a left hand turn and turn into the middle lane instead of the closest left lane. Officers conducted a traffic stop at W 2nd St. and N Clark St. The driver was verbally identified as Jorge Aguirre. Jorge advised that he does not have a driver's license on his person. A records check showed Jorge has an ignition interlock permit. Jorge advised he does not have the ignition interlock in the brown 2012 Kia Soul. Officers also did not locate any ignition interlock inside the vehicle. Jorge performed standardized field sobriety test and showed minimal impairment. Jorge provided a failing preliminary breath test. Jorge was placed under arrest. Jorge consented to a chemical test of his breath. Jorge provided a breath sample above .02 BAC. Jorge Aguirre was arrested for Drive Without Ignition Interlock w/ .02+ , No License on Person & Improper Turn.
Camp Augustine Pre-Final Master Plan Open House Planned
Grand Island, Neb. — The City of Grand Island is once again inviting interested residents to attend a third public meeting regarding the Camp Augustine master plan, which will be held on Thursday, July 11 from 4-6 p.m. in the City Council Cambers at Grand Island City Hall. The...
Donald Ralph Felber
GRAND ISLAND — Former Clay Center resident, Donald Ralph Felber, 67, died July 6, 2024, at Good Samaritan Society, Grand Island Village, Grand Island. Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m., July 12, at McLaughlin Funeral Chapel, Clay Center, with Pastor Jeff Jensen officiating. In honoring his wishes, cremation...
Donald Felber
Former Clay Center resident Donald Ralph Felber, 67, passed away Saturday, July 6, 2024, at Good Samaritan Society- Grand Island Village in Grand Island. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m., Friday, July 12, 2024, at Mc Laughlin Funeral Chapel in Clay Center, with Pastor Jeff Jensen officiating. In honoring his wishes, cremation will take place following the service. Visitation with the family present will be Thursday, July 11, 2024, from 6-8 p.m., at McLaughlin Funeral Chapel in Clay Center. Memorial contributions may be directed to the family to be designated later.
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