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URGENT CALL: Blood donors needed now

May 28, 2026 / Josh Murray

OMAHA, NE, May 28, 2026 — The American Red Cross has an urgent need for donors and is counting on people to act now and book a time to give l...
Photo Courtesy GI Tourism: Nancy Fisher takes a look at Moose on the Loose, created by former Hastings veterinarian David Biehl.

Back by Popular Demand, Walking Tours Return to Railside

May 28, 2026 / GI Tourism

Grand Island, Neb. — Grand Island Tourism is once again inviting residents and visitors to explore the stories, architecture and public art o...

Gov. Pillen Appoints OPD Executive Deputy Chief Gray to Lead Nebraska Crime Commission

May 28, 2026 / Laura Strimple

LINCOLN, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pillen announced his appointment of Scott Gray as executive director of the Nebraska Commission on Law Enfo...

Nebraskans Encouraged to Stay Vigilant When Hiring Contractors

May 28, 2026 / Grace Johnson Public Information Officer

Lincoln, NE– The Nebraska Department of Labor (NDOL) is urging Nebraskans to use extra caution when hiring contractors for home or business r...
Grand Island Public Library Launching 2026 Summer Reading Challenge

Grand Island Public Library Launching 2026 Summer Reading Challenge

May 28, 2026 / Spencer Schubert Communications Manager City of GI

Grand Island, Neb. — Readers of all ages are invited to take part in the Grand Island Public Library’s 2026 Summer Reading Challenge be...

GICC Hopes for Quieter SummerAudio Icon, this article contains audio

May 28, 2026 / KRGI News

Grand Island Central Catholic Superintendent Jordan Engle is looking forward to a construction free summer. 
Oscar Garcia - GIPS Nutrition Services Director

Free Summer Meals Returns to GIPS Starting, Monday UPDATEAudio Icon, this article contains audio

May 28, 2026 / Mitchell Roush Director of Communications & Marketing Grand Island Public Schools

Listen to an interview with Oscar Garcia. Audio1 GRAND ISLAND (Neb.) — Grand Island Public Schools (GIPS) is pleased to announce the return...

HUW Has Several Events ComingAudio Icon, this article contains audio

May 28, 2026 / KRGI News

Sara Kirkley of the Heartland United Way gave an update of the many happenings for the organization. 

GI YMCA Featured on Community ConnectionAudio Icon, this article contains audio

May 28, 2026 / KRGI News

Chad Knight,the new director of the Grand Island YMCA, is pushing the new aquatics center.

Troopers Find 525 LBs of Cocaine in I-80 Traffic Stop

May 28, 2026 / Cody Thomas – Public Relations Director

May 27, 2026 (Milford, Neb.)  — Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol have arrested one person after finding over 500 pounds of cocain...
NDOT Announces Winners of 2026 Annual Snowplow Roadeo

NDOT Announces Winners of 2026 Annual Snowplow Roadeo

May 28, 2026 / Samantha Bernt

May 27, 2026 (Kearney, Neb.) — Wednesday, Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) snowplow operators from across the state gathered...
State Street Closure Scheduled for June 1 as Part of Claude Road/Diers Avenue Improvement Project

State Street Closure Scheduled for June 1 as Part of Claude Road/Diers Avenue Improvement Project

May 27, 2026 / Spencer Schubert Communications Manager City of GI

Grand Island, Neb. — The City of Grand Island Public Works Department is announcing that a closure of State Street from U.S. Highway 281 to L...

Omaha Man Arrested after U-Haul Pursuit on I-80 near Kearney

May 27, 2026 / Cody Thomas – Public Relations Director

May 27, 2026 (Kearney, Neb.)  — A multi-agency effort led to the arrest of an Omaha man after a pursuit with a U-Haul truck on Interstat...

CNCAA Hosts Lunch & Learn on ThursdayAudio Icon, this article contains audio

May 27, 2026 / KRGI News

Connie Holmes of the Central Nebraska Council on Alcoholism and Addictions discussed a Thursday 'lunch and learn' and several activities during the...

CDHD Features Sun SafetyAudio Icon, this article contains audio

May 27, 2026 / KRGI News

Ashley Hake of the Central District Health Department discussed summer sun safety. 

CCC & Bellevue Continues Strong RelationshipAudio Icon, this article contains audio

May 27, 2026 / KRGI News

Curt Vodehnal discussed the working relationship between Central Community College and Bellevue University. 
GI City Council Wraps up Hour Long Meeting

GI City Council Wraps up Hour Long Meeting

May 27, 2026 / Spencer Schubert Communications Manager City of GI

Ward 3's Ryan O'Neill appeared on the Councilmember Conversation. He talked about some needed upgrades for the Grand Island Police Department, the ...
Photo courtesy Republican River Valley Homecare Catherine Bowers (left) and Linda Fitzsimmons attended the National Homecare Cooperative Conference with assistance from the Nebraska Cooperative Development Center. The two are worker-owners of Republican River Valley Homecare.

Arapahoe homecare cooperative now accepting clients

May 27, 2026 / Kristina Jackson, University Communication and Marketing

Lincoln, Nebraska, May 27, 2026 — Recognizing a shortage in senior health care options in their community, residents of Arapahoe, Nebraska, w...

GIPD Reports Reduction in Crime Through First Four Months of 2026 UPDATEAudio Icon, this article contains audio

May 27, 2026 / Spencer Schubert Communications Manager City of GI

Listen to an interview with Chief Kevin Denney from Tuesday (5/26) Audio1 See an interview with Chief Kevin Denney Grand Island, Neb. &mdas...

GGICF Focuses on Long Term PlanningAudio Icon, this article contains audio

May 27, 2026 / KRGI News

Greater Grand Island Community Foundation Development officer Joeli Walrath discussed building a legacy plan. 
CNHS Features Edwin

CNHS Features EdwinAudio Icon, this article contains audio

May 27, 2026 / KRGI News

Miquelle Havens of the Central Nebraska Humane Society brought a pitbull named Edwin for adoption. 
Scam Warning: Fraudulent Planning Commission E-Mails Circulating

Scam Warning: Fraudulent Planning Commission E-Mails Circulating

May 27, 2026 / Spencer Schubert Communications Manager City of GI

Grand Island, Neb. — The City of Grand Island and Hall County Regional Planning Commission are warning residents, business owners and develop...
Grand Island Public Library Seeking New Board Members

Grand Island Public Library Seeking New Board Members

May 27, 2026 / Spencer Schubert Communications Manager City of GI

Grand Island, Neb. — Are you interested in supporting the Grand Island Public Library? If so, you have a unique opportunity to impact the fu...
Hastings Public Library Roars into the 2026 Summer Reading Program with Block Party Kick-Off

Hastings Public Library Roars into the 2026 Summer Reading Program with Block Party Kick-Off

May 26, 2026 / Tony Herrman Public Information Manager City of Hastings

Hastings Public Library kicks off the 2026 Summer Reading Program with a Block Party. The theme of the 2026 Summer Reading Program is "Unearth...
To recognize the importance of planning for future education opportunities, Gov. Jim Pillen has proclaimed May 29 as National 529 Day in Nebraska. Attending the proclamation signing ceremony were (from left) Donna Crownover, College Savings Plan Relationship Manager-VP, Union Bank and Trust Company; Rachel Biar, Deputy Treasurer of Savings Programs; State Treasurer Joey Spellerberg; and Governor Pillen.

Governor Pillen Proclaims May 29 National 529 Day

May 26, 2026 / Jamie Carl

(LINCOLN, Neb.) — Gov. Jim Pillen has proclaimed May 29, 2026, as National 529 Day in Nebraska. This proclamation recognizes the importance o...