Good morning, Grand Island.

Fifteen semis loaded with over 500 bales of hay left Oakland Monday morning (7 a.m.) to help ranchers in wildfire-hit western Nebraska.

They plan to drop off the hay in Gothenburg after passing through Fremont, Grand Island, and Interstate 80.

Grand Island Parks and Recreation has released the 2026 Summer Activity Guide that details summer camps, the return of the Stolley Park Railroad, a park concert series, and Grand Island Games set for late July (paper copies are available at the office from March 30).

Vintageleaf Boutique hosted its first annual Spring Vendor market in Grand Island on Mar.

23, where local small businesses gathered. A 35-year-old man was hospitalized after being hit by a train, and several grassfires were reported along I-80.

Nebraska’s Severe Weather Awareness Week is held from March 23 to 27, and the National Weather Service advises residents to stay alert for severe storms, tornadoes, and lightning (key risks include flash flooding, too).

Grand Island locals are encouraged to monitor forecasts and plan safe shelter if conditions worsen.

The Cottonwood Fire was 96 percent contained by Sunday as crews worked on the northwestern side near Jeffrey Reservoir.

Firefighters and National Guard helicopters continue to monitor flare-ups as warmer, drier weather challenges ongoing efforts.

Grand Island Rural is responding to grassfires along I-80 by coordinating with local fire officials to protect traffic routes and nearby fields (support is ongoing amid dry conditions).

Nebraska pitcher Jordy Frahm was named Big Ten Pitcher of the Week on Monday after throwing 10 shutout innings that earned her a win and tied a record for saves this season — the third Cornhuskers pitcher to earn the honor, with the Huskers hosting UCLA Friday at Bowlin Stadium.

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.