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Grand Island updates parking for fireworks display
Grand Island, Neb. — If you and your family plan to watch the fireworks in Grand Island this week, the Grand Island Community Fireworks Display committee has updated information to help you prepare. Fonner Park will have their parking lot available, plus an addition of parking in the field...
Hornady Manufacturing recognized for 75th anniversary
GRAND ISLAND – The Hall County Board of Commissioners recognized Hornady Manufacturing for its 75th anniversary at the Tuesday, July 2, meeting. “We’re very honored to receive this recognition,” said Steve Hornady of Hornady Manufacturing. “This is our home and always will be.”. Commissioner Gary Quandt...
Sutton continues tornado recovery efforts one year later
SUTTON, Neb. (KSNB) - Nearly a year ago on July 29, the community of Sutton faced a challenge after an EF-1 tornado caused millions of dollars worth of damage in their downtown district. “Honestly, I was pretty numb that morning.” said Tory Duncan, the managing editor for the Clay County...
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The village of Phillips has big plans to kick off Independence Day early with its fifth annual July 3rd celebration Wednesday night. The event will feature fireworks, food and games for all ages to enjoy at Phillips Memorial Hall. Penny Evans, event coordinator and the Phillips Community Foundation manager says Phillips is ready for the annual celebration. “We’re right on schedule and we’re hoping lots of families come to enjoy our event,” Evans stated.
Hall County picks Chief Construction to manage $40 million courthouse project
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. — A big project has a builder as Hall County chooses Chief Construction to build its $40 million courthouse addition, going through an alternative way to choose a contractor. As buildings go up across Grand Island, Chief Construction continues to make its mark on many of...
Big Change to Husker Harvest Days in September
(Grand Island) -- Husker Harvest Days is set for September 10-12 in Grand Island, Nebraska. Show Manager Matt Jungmann says people can attend the event for free simply by going to their website. “There is one step you have to go through. Go to the website and get registered so...
Central Nebraska logs 2+ inches of rain Monday, adds onto already wet year
KEARNEY, Neb. — A wet year for Central Nebraska continued with record-setting rainfall on Monday. The Central Nebraska Regional Airport in Grand Island registered 2.07 inches of rain, which set a new record for July 1. But that wasn’t even the most rain recorded in the region. The Kearney Regional Airport reported 2.5 inches, which is more rain than the city received in the entire month of June. Stromsburg and Johnson Lake each logged nearly four inches of rain.
Nebraska Casinos eying growth as sports betting brings in more than $2.6 million
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - A year has passed since the first legal sports bet in Nebraska, and casinos in the state have brought in more than $2.6 million. The first bets were placed last June at the WarHorse Casino in Lincoln, and officials say the industry has expanded as more and more people take interest.
New artwork on display at Grand Island Public Library
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (KSNB) - The Grand Island Public Library is inviting visitors to check out artwork done by a local art club. Artists in the Grand Island Art Club are showcasing their works the Art Alcove section of the library. People can check out their creations from now until...
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