Good morning, Grand Island.

On June 3, 1980, seven tornadoes struck Grand Island, causing five deaths, 200 injuries and extensive damage to homes and businesses — local responders and media aided residents while community leaders organized recovery efforts that rebuilt 360 of 400 destroyed homes.

Railside is launching its first-ever Railside Passport to highlight 31 (downtown) businesses offering exclusive deals from Monday, June 8 to Saturday, Oct.

31; 5,000 passports are available at 45 Grand Island locations and filled passports can win gift baskets at Railside Christmas on Friday, Nov. 20.

The Grand Island Little Theatre will perform 'The Marvelous Wonderettes' from Wednesday, June 10 to Sunday, June 14 at its downtown venue.

The musical show offers a lively experience for local theatergoers.

Grand Island Little Theatre will stage 'The Marvelous Wonderettes' from June 10-14.

The event offers a local cultural experience with musical numbers and lively performances available for ticket purchase.

Longtime UNK educator Scott Unruh will be honored tomorrow for his lifetime work at the Nebraska State Athletic Trainers’ Association Pillar of Athletic Training Award ceremony in Columbus.

He has led UNK's athletic training program through accreditation and expanded mentoring statewide & in rural communities.

Today, Woodsonia and the city council held a four-hour meeting (in Grand Island) to review development timeline and financing details for a local project.

Officials expressed optimism that the plans will boost community growth.

The American Red Cross and first responders are hosting the Battle of the Badges Blood Drive to ease summer blood shortages; donors may give blood today (June 4, noon–6 p.m. at Hastings City Auditorium) or on June 22 (noon–6 p.m. at York Fire Station) and receive rewards.

A USDA sample from south Texas is being tested for the New World screwworm fly; local veterinarian Dr. Jared Walahoski from Overton Veterinary Services said its minor effects require only proper treatment (wounds must heal before harvest) and people need not worry.

Former Alabama coach Nick Saban testified in support of a bipartisan bill to regulate college sports and was grilled by Sen. Deb Fischer on Wednesday as she questioned his record against the Cornhuskers — Fischer later shared a video of their exchange.

Nebraska SIEGE Pro Arena Football

7-11 p.m. — Heartland Events Center — Prices vary — Experience the excitement of arena football with Nebraska SIEGE in Grand Island.

Nebraska SIEGE Pro Arena Football

7-11 p.m. — Heartland Events Center — Tickets start at $48 — Experience thrilling arena football action at this local favorite event.