Good morning, Grand Island.

On Saturday — June 14 — protesters in Central Nebraska gathered in Hastings, Grand Island, and Kearney to join national No Kings demonstrations against rising authoritarianism.

A rally at Capital and Broadwell in Grand Island supported veterans with signs reading 'Vets Deserve Better' and 'Honor Our Vets'—one sign controversially stated that German soldiers were 'just following orders.'

Summit Real Estate hosted its second annual golf scramble on Friday at Indianhead Golf Club to raise thousands for Willow Rising, a nonprofit offering 24-hour emergency services to survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault impacted by a recent fire+ the funds will help the nonprofit recover and continue its services.

Central Community College announced the names of full-time students who made the spring honor lists today from its Columbus, Grand Island, Hastings, and other campuses.

Students earned a perfect 4.0 for the President’s Honor List & a GPA between 3.5 and 3.99 for the Dean’s Honor List.

The board discussed whether to include a referral to law enforcement in the district’s enrollment policy for parents who cannot provide a birth certificate or alternative proof—leading to a tabled vote on Policy 8511 as members debated the statute’s requirements and potential impact on families. Some board members stressed that the referral is mandated by state law to protect children, while others expressed concern over intimidating parents.

Hundreds of Nebraskans joined Saturday’s nationwide 'No Kings Day' protests to speak out against rising authoritarianism in the federal government—about 100 people gathered outside the Hall County Courthouse in Grand Island as part of the local demonstration.

At the Nebraska Truck Driving Championships held at Fonner Park on June 6-7, drivers competed in tests including pre-trip inspections, written exams, and driving simulations to show their skill and safety.

Mark Cole of Old Dominion Freight Line earned Grand Champion honors—Joe McDonnell of XPO and Garrett Campbell of FedEx earned Rookie of the Year Awards.

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.

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.

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.

Nebraska Area 33 Al-Anon Reunion

All day — Quality Inn and Conference Center I-80 Grand Island — $20 fee for Al-Anon members, free for others — A weekend full of inspiration, workshops, and fellowship awaits.

Angie Kriz and the PolkaToons Concert

7-9 p.m. — Stuhr Museum — Free entry — Dance the night away to lively Czech polkas and waltzes performed by Angie Kriz and the PolkaToons.