Good morning, Grand Island.

Six local leaders gathered at the 10th annual State of the City event on Jan.

22 at Venues at 1607 S. Locust St to outline future plans for economic growth, infrastructure upgrades, and school improvements — all aimed at strengthening community collaboration.

Buc-ee’s plans to open its first Nebraska travel center in Gretna in the Good Life District at the southeast corner of Interstate 80 & Highway 31.

Mayor Evans says the project will create jobs, boost tourism, and generate tax revenue.

Grand Island's national livestock shows contribute $10 million annually — they risk ending if additional funding is not secured, according to the Fonner CEO.

Local officials hosted a roundtable (discussing the Working Family Tax Cut Act) in Grand Island to address housing affordability, while Derek Rusher is set to step down as Kearney Chamber President in mid-February.

These moves signal upcoming changes in local government and business circles.

Today, the University of Nebraska Board of Regents and Clarkson Regional Health Services formed a temporary board for Nebraska Medicine after leadership concerns led to an investigation and legal action to stop an 800 million-dollar deal, with interim board members Dr. Dele Davies, William Lydiatt, Stephanie Moline, and Jeffrey Gold.

CHI Health Partners and Aetna have reached a new agreement, effective Feb.

1, that restores in-network access for Aetna commercial + Medicare Advantage members in Grand Island and nearby areas. Meanwhile, CHI Health St. Francis is preparing to close its local skilled nursing facility.

Nebraska freshman guard Braden Frager was diagnosed with a sprained ankle after injuring his left foot three minutes into Wednesday night's game — he remains day-to-day ahead of Saturday's game at Minnesota.

Three Dog Night and Ambrosia Concert

7-9 p.m. — Heartland Events Center — Check ticket prices for a night of classic hits from two iconic bands.

Jhon Alex Castaño Concert

9 p.m. – 1 a.m. — 4th St. Banquet — Ticket pricing varies — Enjoy an evening of vibrant music with Jhon Alex Castaño and La Iguana.

Master Plan for Entrepreneurship: Dream, Plan, Do - Interactive Business Plan Workshop

1-3 p.m. — Central Community College - Grand Island — Registration required — Develop a comprehensive business plan using practical tools and templates in this interactive workshop.