Good Day
Grand Island
Thursday, March 12th, 2026
Good morning, Grand Island. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local residents are urging the United Veterans Club to display the flag full time and honor veterans every day. They expect the club to act soon as community members call for a consistent show of patriotism. KSNB
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fire destroyed a mobile home in Grand Island today and left one family facing a fresh start—neighbors have begun a fundraiser to help them rebuild. The Grand Island Independent
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Heartland Events Center will be renamed BigIron Event Center after a naming-rights deal with BigIron Auctions & Realty worth $2.1 million over 15 years. Leaders say the partnership will boost the venue’s role as a hub for concerts, rodeos and community events. Nebraska TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Grand Island Public Library and partners will host the 2026 Hall County Women’s History Walk at Hargis House (1109 W. Second St) from 2 to 3 p.m. on March 14 to honor local women who broke barriers, achieved in various fields and led community building efforts during Women’s History Month. Central Nebraska Today
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Grand Island Public Schools announced that Elizabeth (Libby) Banderas will join Westridge Middle School as assistant principal for the 2026-27 school year. She is expected to enhance school leadership and student success. The Grand Island Independent
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Dos Amigos Tour with Dwight Yoakam and ZZ Top
5:00 AM - 8:30 PM — Heartland Events Center — Tickets available — Experience legendary country and rock music with two iconic bands in one unforgettable concert event.
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