Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of July.
Good morning, Grand Island.
Smiley Sweet Cakes of Franklin won the inaugural Tournament of Treats by a thin margin over The Pastry Case Mobile Bakery after 16 local sweet shops took part in the contest.
Owner Fah Bislow thanked voters for their support & said the win highlights how the community comes together in Franklin.
Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers filed a lawsuit against General Motors and OnStar—alleging they broke consumer protection laws by using telematics systems to track and sell driving data, which raised insurance rates for many Nebraskans.
The Nebraska Court of Appeals upheld a Hall County District Court ruling that Grand Island was not liable for a December sewer backup at Eakes Office Solutions caused during routine jetting maintenance—an insurance adjuster found no prior issues with the sewer line.
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.
Trailer Races
6-9 p.m. — Hall County Fair — Admission: ONE CANNED GOOD — Experience the thrill of destruction as trailers race in a night of fun and live music.
2025 Nebraska Small Business Conference
1-7 p.m. — College Park, Grand Island — Free admission — Discover tools and strategies to grow your small business and network with other entrepreneurs.
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