Grand Island Local News – Sunday, March 9th, 2025

Good Day Grand Island

Sunday, March 9th, 2025

COMMUNITY NEWS

➤ Lito Quinones, a former Army special forces operator, helped a Grand Island Police officer arrest a man, highlighting strong community support and engagement. Nebraska TV

ACCIDENTS NEWS

➤ The Grand Island Fire Department responded to a devastating apartment fire near South Cedar and West Koenig streets, resulting in near total loss of the building. KSNB

EDUCATION NEWS

➤ UNL students Kenny Morales and Wilson Overfield developed FindU, a college-matching app aimed at streamlining the college selection process for high school students, winning $10,000 in a startup competition. The Grand Island Independent

SPORTS NEWS

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GRAND ISLAND EVENTS

EVENTS

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Nebraska USA State Wrestling Tournament

The Nebraska USA State Wrestling Tournament showcases amateur wrestling for participants of all ages, organized by the Nebraska USA Wrestling Federation.

Sat, 3/15/25

Saturday, March 15th, 2025
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Harlem Globetrotters 2025 World Tour

The Harlem Globetrotters will showcase their signature basketball tricks and entertaining performances at the Heartland Events Center, with post-game autograph opportunities for fans.

Wed, 3/19/25

Wednesday, March 19th, 2025
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Chocolate Mc Concert

Chocolate Mc, the king of reparteros, will be performing live for the first time in Grand Island, Nebraska, featuring special guests and a show full of surprises.

Sat, 3/29/25

Saturday, March 29th, 2025
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GRAND ISLAND REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

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GRAND ISLAND JOB BOARD

JOB BOARD

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GRAND ISLAND ANNOUNCEMENTS

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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