Good morning, Grand Island.

A Grand Island woman, Ember Bravo, 32, appeared Tuesday in Hall County Court on a felony theft charge from nonprofit Willow Rising after police reported that two cash deposits totaling $1,881 were missing from 12 scheduled deposits—she is set to return on Aug.

14 at 3 p.m.

NU President Dr. Jeffrey Gold met with state leaders and educators in Grand Island on July 22 to discuss workforce challenges, budget cuts, and the university’s $6.4 billion economic impact — noting that one in every seven Nebraskans received a NU education.

Central Community College President Matt Gotschall said local educational partnerships can help retain local talent — paving the way for a future facility in Grand Island.

Grand Island’s new Fire Station Three is nearing the end of phase one with construction almost complete, featuring added ambulance space and private bedrooms to support growing call volume.

The $4.5 million project, approved in Feb. 2024, will move equipment and firefighters into the facility before the old station is demolished—making it fully operational by this fall.

Union Pacific Railroad is performing scheduled maintenance on rail crossings in Grand Island that began Monday with Broadwell Avenue closed overnight and continued Tuesday with closures on Blaine Street, Webb Road, and Stolley Park Road.

Today, Engleman Road and Husker Highway are closed as crews complete repairs—motorists should use alternate routes.

Local news today details that the Grand Island Police Department is set to present its annual budget request to City Council on July 29, a Kearney Cruise Nite report reviews recent crime and traffic activity, a man died in a rollover crash in Howard County, GI businesses offered free haircuts and coffee to veterans, and Gov. Pillen issued a disaster declaration for Dawson County after storms damaged property on June 29 and June 30—each story highlighting a different local concern.

Nebraska football is taking part in Big Ten Media Days in Las Vegas for the upcoming season — head coach Matt Rhule and several players spoke Tuesday during the three-day event that featured all 18 teams.

The Huskers will begin fall camp next week and open their season on August 28 against the Cincinnati Bearcats in the Kansas City Classic.

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.

Liederkranz Craft Brew & Sausage Fest

4-7 p.m. — Liederkranz — Ticket required — Indulge in craft beers and sausages while enjoying live music in a festive atmosphere.

Jarana Concert

7-9 p.m. — Stuhr Museum — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of energetic, danceable music blending South American and Mexican folk styles while relaxing outdoors.

Northwest vs. Hastings Softball Game

6:30-8:15 p.m. — Northwest High School — Free entry — Catch the exciting non-conference matchup between the Northwest varsity softball team and Hastings.

One Day Carnival Wristband at Nebraska State Fair

12:10 p.m. — Nebraska State Fair — $31 — Enjoy unlimited rides for one day at the carnival during the Nebraska State Fair.