St. Francis Welcomes First Baby of New Year

GRAND ISLAND, NE – CHI Health St. Francis is excited to announce the arrival of its first baby of the new year, 2026.

Daphne Cross, weighing 7 pounds and 2.9 ounces, was born at 8:47 am on Jan. 5 to proud parents Jesse and Amy Cross of Grand Island, NE.

Daphne is also welcomed by her three older siblings, Adelaide, Savannah and Aria Cross.

Dr. Amanda Stuelpnagel served as the delivering physician.