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Grand Island
Sunday, February 15th, 2026
Good morning, Grand Island. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Bargain Barn is closing in Grand Island, surprising local shoppers + a Q&A explained the reasons behind the decision. The Grand Island Independent
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Farmers and ranchers in Adams, Greeley, Hall, Howard, Sherman and Webster counties (central Nebraska) will receive $4.1 million in cash-back dividends from Farm Credit Services of America, as announced recently. The Grand Island Independent
- ➤ Local ranchers reported rising calf losses as coyotes have increased, and one aerial hunter said he did not bring enough ammunition when called (he noted his concern over unexpected wild encounters). The Grand Island Independent
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Former GISH principal Kent Mann was selected Thursday night by the Grand Island school board to fill an open seat (adding his leadership experience to the board). The Grand Island Independent
- ➤ The Grand Island school board will interview four applicants for the vacant Ward A seat during its meeting at 5:30 p.m. Thursday at the Kneale Administration Building. The Grand Island Independent
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local officials answered community questions about a wastewater spill at the JBS plant in Grand Island and explained the planned cleanup measures to protect local waterways. The Grand Island Independent
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Feb. 14, Fonner Park's 73rd racing season kicked off on Grand Island. The live thoroughbred races will run through early May (with craft shows, family activities, and special events continuing the park's long-held spring tradition). Central Nebraska Today
- ➤ Saturday, the No. 7 Nebraska men’s basketball team beat Northwestern 68-49 at Pinnacle Bank Arena by hitting 11-for-25 from beyond the arc. Pryce Sandfort led with 29 points + the Huskers now prepare for Tuesday’s 8 p.m. game at Iowa. Central Nebraska Today
- ➤ The 19th-Annual Heartland Hoops Classic tipped off on Valentine's Day in Grand Island, featuring local teams in a festive basketball tournament that energized community fans. KSNB
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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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American Chili Cook Off
11 AM – 1 PM — Fonner Park — Tickets available at the door — Enjoy a day filled with delicious homemade chilis and support the American Red Cross.
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Ian Munsick: The Eagle Flies Free Tour
7-9 p.m. — Heartland Events Center — Tickets available via Ticketmaster — Enjoy an evening of captivating music from rising star Ian Munsick in a community-friendly setting.
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