Good Day
Grand Island
Wednesday, January 28th, 2026
Good morning, Grand Island. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Heartland United Way raised $10,500 to assist 14 local organizations during a recent government shutdown, with funds supporting food pantries, shelters and backpack programs across Hall, Hamilton, Howard and Merrick counties. It also matched donations up to $10,000 to boost local food supplies. Nebraska TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska lawmakers are debating bills that include holding back struggling third graders and reinstating suspensions for kindergarten through second grade students. The Education Committee hearing is underway at the Capitol and supporters say the measures will provide extra time to learn, while critics warn of funding and fairness challenges. KSNB
- ➤ St. Agnes Catholic School marked its 70th anniversary during Catholic Schools Week by hosting its first-ever career fair where returned alumni inspired current students to explore career options. The Grand Island Independent
- ➤ Grand Island Public Schools Foundation added Marci Tompkins (a 1995 graduate with experience in marketing and education) to its Board of Directors to guide its mission and support new programs. Nebraska TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The shorthanded Huskers lost to Michigan 75—72 Tuesday in Ann Arbor, snapping their 24-game win streak while key players sat out. Nebraska will face Illinois Sunday at Pinnacle Bank Arena. Central Nebraska Today
- ➤ The Big Ten announced Nebraska’s 2026 football schedule on Tuesday. The Cornhuskers will open conference play on Sept. 26 at Michigan State, play nonconference games at home on Sept. 5, 12 and 19, host key Big Ten matchups through Nov. 21, and close on Nov. 27 at Iowa. Central Nebraska Today
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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.
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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.
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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.
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