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Gov. Pillen Vetoes LB 1256, Citing Annual Cost to Nebraska Property Taxpayers
Apr 16, 2026 / Laura Strimple
LINCOLN, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pillen issued his veto of LB 1256. In his veto letter to the Legislature, Gov. Pillen expressed his o...
Nebraska State Treasurer Touches on a Variety of Subjects
Apr 16, 2026 / KRGI News
Joey Spellerberg has been the Nebraska State Treasurer about six months. He was appointed by Governor Pillen in early November 2026. He and ...
Red Flag Warning Today, Freeze Watch Saturday:
Apr 16, 2026 / NWS
Above-normal temperatures in the low to mid-80s are forecast for today. Combined with dewpoints in the 20s-30s, afternoon relative humidity values ...
Phase 2 of Hastings Southeast project water main relocation Under Way
Apr 16, 2026 / Tony Herrman Public Information Manager
Phase 2 of the Hastings Utility Department’s water main relocation along U.S. Highway 6 began on Tuesday, April 14. The City of Hastings is ...
CDHD Offers Link to Credible Mind Resources
Apr 15, 2026 / KRGI News
Liza Thalken of the Central District Health Department focused on the Credible Mind website.
Toasted Ponies The Next GIMS Show
Apr 15, 2026 / KRGI News
LJ McCormick gave a preview of Tuesday's Grand Island Music Series Show.
$12,000 Aviation Scholarship Opportunity Available to Local Students by Hastings EAA Chapter 544
Apr 15, 2026 / Press Release
HASTINGS, NEBRASKA — April 1, 2026 — HASTINGS EAA CHAPTER 544 OF HASTINGS, NE has a unique full-scholarship opportunity for flight...
Nebraska Joins FTC and Coalition of States to Restore Competition in the Digital Advertising Ecosystem
Apr 15, 2026 / Heather Buell
Today, the Nebraska Attorney General’s Office, the Federal Trade Commission, and a coalition of states filed a lawsuit to stop collusion betw...
Beef Quality Assurance helps producers achieve long-term success
Apr 15, 2026 / UNL
Lincoln, Neb., April 15, 2026 —For Nebraska producer Troy Anderson, his family is deeply rooted in doing things the right way. That began wit...
Outdoor Warning Siren Testing Today; Public Reporting Encouraged
Apr 15, 2026 / Spencer Schubert Communications Manager City of GI
Grand Island, Neb. — As severe weather season approaches, Hall County and the City of Grand Island Emergency Management are reminding residen...
PSC Issues Reminder About Choice Gas Deadline
Apr 15, 2026 / Jason McFarley – Public Information & Education Officer
LINCOLN – The Nebraska Public Service Commission (PSC) is reminding eligible Black Hills Energy customers that they have one week remain...
Grand Island Parks & Recreation Now Hiring Lifeguards
Apr 15, 2026 / Spencer Schubert Communications Manager City of GI
Grand Island, Neb. — The Grand Island Parks & Recreation Department is now accepting applications for lifeguards for the upcoming summer ...
Grand Island Police Department Highlights Results from Distracted Driving Enforcement Campaign
Apr 15, 2026 / Spencer Schubert Communications Manager City of GI
Grand Island, Neb. — The Grand Island Police Department’s participation in the statewide “Put the Phone Away or Pay” enforc...
Grand Island Fire Department Announces Spring Restrictive/Open Burn Period
Apr 15, 2026 / Spencer Schubert Communications Manager City of GI
Grand Island, Neb. — The Grand Island Fire Department has announced guidelines for the 2026 spring open burn period, which is set to run from...
GI Council Wraps up Tuesday Meeting
Apr 15, 2026 / Spencer Schubert Communications Manager City of GI
The Grand Island City Council focused on the future of livestock shows and financial support of the Heartland Events Center at Tuesday's Grand Isla...
Gov. Pillen Highlights Department of Revenue Tax Return Improvements
Apr 14, 2026 / Laura Strimple
LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen is highlighting system changes made by the Nebraska Department of Revenue (NDOR) to speed up refund timefra...
May, June dates set for annual tractor/equipment safety training for young and beginning farmers
Apr 14, 2026 / Kelsey Kirk
UNMC’s Central States Center for Agricultural Safety and Health, in collaboration with Nebraska Extension, will oversee the courses. The Cen...
22 GISH Students Earn 13 Medals at State SkillsUSA; Principal Holley Receives Outstanding Leadership Honor
Apr 14, 2026 / Mitchell Roush Director of Communications & Marketing Grand Island Public Schools
GRAND ISLAND (Neb.) — Career Technical Education (CTE) and Grand Island Senior High (GISH), the two are synonymous. That connection was...
Learning Without Limits: UNK expands online options for undergraduate students
Apr 14, 2026 / Tyler Ellyson UNK Communications
KEARNEY – After spending her freshman year on campus at the University of Nebraska at Kearney, Karlie Wies made a decision that would reshape...
Gov. Pillen Announces Retirement of Crime Commission Executive Director Tuma
Apr 14, 2026 / Laura Strimple
LINCOLN, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pilen announced the retirement of Executive Director Bryan Tuma of the Nebraska Commission on Law Enforceme...
Commission Approves Black Hills Refund Plan
Apr 14, 2026 / Jason McFarley
LINCOLN – The Nebraska Public Service Commission (PSC) today approved a refund plan from Black Hills Energy that will return approximate...
Nebraska State Fair welcomes Home Free for free concert at TD Landing
Apr 14, 2026 / Jack Sheard
All-vocal country group Home Free will bring their signature harmonies and high-energy performance to the Nebraska State Fair, headlining a free co...
Several Street Projects Continue in Grand Island
Apr 14, 2026 / KRGI News
The City of Grand Island featured Division of Public Works, Senior Project Engineer Tim Golka. Several major street projects are ongoing.
GGICF Features New Mission
Apr 14, 2026 / KRGI News
Erin Marsh discussed a new giving circle, Women Who Care-Hall County.
For The Love of Children event this Thursday
Apr 14, 2026 / KRGI News
Donna Helzer and Erin Johnson previewed the For the Love of Children Event this week sponsored in part of Big Brothers and Big Sisters, and CASA.&n...