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Grand Island
Sunday, March 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Grand Island. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 22nd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Community members in Grand Island are set to honor Master Sgt. Noah Tietjens— a Bellevue native killed in the early days of Operation Epic Fury— with a memorial service planned to pay tribute to his service. KSNB
- ➤ In 2023, Grow Grand Island asked residents to share their 2030 wish list by answering three simple questions (a chance to voice future plans) that guide local community goals. The survey collected ideas to shape what Grand Island can become. The Grand Island Independent
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Rexalynn Nagorski, a Grand Island third grader, has her State Fair photos chosen for display at the Capitol during the statehood dinner - her family attended the event. The Grand Island Independent
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Grand Island Public Schools has named Rachel Harper as the new assistant principal at Dodge Elementary for the 2026-27 school year. The district expects her appointment to boost student support and leadership. The Grand Island Independent
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska baseball evened its series against Michigan by defeating the Wolverines 10-0 Saturday in Ann Arbor—mercy rule ended the game after seven innings. The team will meet Michigan again on Sunday with first pitch at 10 a.m. Central Nebraska Today
- ➤ Nebraska will face Vanderbilt in the NCAA Tournament Round of 32 in Oklahoma City as thousands of fans have gathered to support the team’s drive toward the Sweet Sixteen. KSNB
- ➤ Nebraska Men's Basketball advanced to the Sweet 16 for the first time in school history after winning 74-72 against Vanderbilt on Saturday evening. The team set a record with 28 wins and will travel next week to Houston to play either Florida or Iowa. Nebraska TV
- ➤ Thousands of Husker fans are in OKC today to cheer Nebraska as the team chases its first Sweet Sixteen spot in the NCAA Tournament, boosting local team spirit. KSNB
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