Good Day
Grand Island
Sunday, April 26th, 2026
Good morning, Grand Island. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 26th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Students from Gates Elementary School planted a swamp white oak tree (honoring Arbor Day) at Augustine Park, adding variety to the park's landscape. The event celebrated local green efforts and community spirit. The Grand Island Independent
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The free Global Roots Festival returned to Grand Island — featuring international food, music and traditional games — and organizer Laura Gamboa Urrego said the event highlights the city’s mix of cultures and global heritage. KSNB
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska beat Iowa 13-0 during Senior Day at Bowlin Stadium on Saturday. Athletic Director Troy Dannen announced the softball field will be renamed (Rhonda Revelle Field) to honor a longtime coach. Central Nebraska Today
- ➤ Nebraska running back Emmett Johnson was picked in the fifth round by the Kansas City Chiefs on Saturday, April 25 after rushing for 1,451 yards and scoring 12 touchdowns last season & leading the Huskers with 46 receptions to become the 371st Nebraska player drafted. KSNB
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Nebraska SIEGE Pro Arena Football
7:05-11:05 p.m. — Heartland Events Center — Ticket availability limited — Catch the thrilling Nebraska Siege Pro Arena Football action right in Grand Island.
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