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Grand Island
Thursday, May 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Grand Island. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Grand Island Parks and Rec has announced a free Summer Concert Series that will run from June 5 through July 17 at Grace Abbott Park and Buechler Park. Residents will enjoy live music on Thursday evenings from 8 to 9 p.m. and are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets as they listen to acts including TeZZ, Mohanna with Red Shoes, Jesse Karr Band, Karen Lee, Blue Plate Special and Swing 21. Central Nebraska Today
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Grand Island Public Library will launch its 2025 Summer Reading Program at 11:30 a.m. on May 31 for children and families. The free event at the library will offer food by Wave Pizza + fun activities + visits from local groups including the police, Multicultural Coalition, Early Development Network and Nebraska State Fair representatives. Central Nebraska Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State lawmakers in Nebraska are considering merging a proposal to slow minimum wage increases with a bill that would weaken paid sick leave protections after Sen. Jane Raybould filed her measure as an amendment to Sen. Beau Ballard’s LB415. The proposal would replace planned hikes from $13.50 to $15 next year with a 1.75% annual increase and change youth and training wages if lawmakers act soon. KSNB
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ CHI Health St. Francis has been named one of only 30 hospitals worldwide with Magnet with Distinction recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center—this honor highlights its commitment to nursing excellence and high-quality patient care. Central Nebraska Today
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Big Ten released its 2025 volleyball schedule, with Nebraska set to start the AVCA Showcase on Aug. 22 and 23 at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln. The Huskers will open conference play at home on Sept. 24 and host defending national champion Penn State on Nov. 28 — Black Friday — when football also has a game. Central Nebraska Today
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Young Professionals May Luncheon
12-1 p.m. — Olive Garden Italian Restaurant — Lunch cost not specified — Network and enjoy a delicious meal with fellow Young Professionals.
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Hermanos Escobedo in Grand Island
9 PM – 1 AM — 4th St. Banquet — $50 general admission — Enjoy a lively night featuring Hermanos Escobedo and other amazing bands.
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Free Concert: Andy William and the Nebraska All-Stars
7-9 p.m. — Stuhr Museum — Free entry — Enjoy a captivating mix of Latin rhythms and jazz in a beautiful outdoor setting.
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Mid-Year TCG Tournament
Tournament Name — All Day — Game On — Entry Fee Required — Compete in the exciting Mid-Year Event Week 4 for TCG: Standard enthusiasts.
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