Good morning, Grand Island.

Young ranchers gathered at Fonner Park for the Junior National cattle show hosted by the American Anjou and American Chianina Associations.

The event featured cattle competitions and other activities while drawing around 3000 visitors from 31 states and Canada.

In April, Grand Island was named one of 20 finalists for the All-America City award through the National Civic League.

City officials are preparing for the national competition + they expect the honor to showcase community strength.

The Tattered Book in downtown Grand Island announced a community fundraising campaign with a goal of $50,000 to upgrade its space for reading, workshops, and events.

Owner Frederic Graves said the incremental improvements will preserve the bookstore as a local gathering place (address 110 W. Third Street).

Nearly $9,000 was raised through Heartland United Way's United After the Storm Fund to help families recovering from the May 17 tornado in rural St. Libory.

Local leaders coordinated with Grand Island Hy-Vee, which donated $1,000, to distribute funds to four affected families.

Stuhr Museum said it will host the final stop of the touring exhibit 'A Life in the Wild' featuring over 40 wildlife photos by Nebraska native Thomas D.

Mangelsen. The exhibit opens Saturday and is the last of 31 stops in the eight-year tour.

The 2026 Pony Express Re-Ride began on June 15 in St. Joseph and will end on June 25 in Sacramento, with over 750 riders retracing a 1,966-mile route that passed through central Nebraska + counties like Buffalo and Dawson.

Riders carry commemorative letters to honor the mail service of 1860.

Grand Island Public Library is hosting a special exhibit today that celebrates the 50th anniversary of the I-80 Bicentennial Sculpture Project.

The display features a 3D-printed model, historical photos + videos with interviews from those involved.

Power Camp introduces new summer learning opportunities in Grand Island as teacher Katie Wilson guides students through hands-on science experiments (including building model volcanoes).

The camp will offer a fun, interactive way for students to explore science.

A delegation from USS Nebraska visited local sites in Grand Island on Wednesday (June 17) to connect with the community.

At a June meeting, the Dawson Public Power District board reviewed its strong 2025 financial audit noting robust revenue and controlled costs.

The board approved a cost of service study to update rate recommendations and supported plans in the 2027 to 2029 strategic roadmap.

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.