Good morning, Grand Island.

At the Hall County Fair, a sculpture of Bluey made entirely of donated canned food drew smiles and raised awareness of hunger in Hall County—supporting Project Hunger's efforts to feed local residents after the fair.

Bob Braun said fairgoers can also drop off extra food and use the Food Bucks program at Super Saver and Hy-Vee to help families in need.

Gabriel Contreras was arrested for first-degree assault after he punched a man outside McKinney's Irish Pub last month—witness photos led police to identify him and he will appear in district court on Aug.

5 at 9 a.m.

Nebraska's Interstate 80 Bicentennial sculptures are nearing their 50th anniversary as a commission plans to nominate the remaining seven pieces to the National Register in anticipation of next year's Semiquincentennial, and the abstract art sparked a heated debate in the 1970s that still divides opinion today.

Grand Island City Council approved an extra $200,000 on Tuesday for the Heartland Events Center—this funding will help pay for needed improvements at the facility.

The Nebraska Department of Transportation announced that hay harvesting permit applications will be accepted online beginning July 30 at 12:01 a.m. CST — each permit is limited to five miles of roadside hay and requires removal of baled vegetation within 10 days or by September 15 on a first-come, first-served basis.

CHI Health St. Francis announced that its Emergency Department was awarded the Emergency Nurses Association Lantern Award — an honor recognizing exceptional leadership and patient care.

The award was given on July 23 among 96 departments worldwide and marks the only recognition of its kind in Nebraska.

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.

Ultimate Bullfighters

7-8:30 p.m. — Nebraska State Fair — $29-$72 — Experience the thrill of bullfighting with VIP options and exclusive perks at this exciting event.

Birthing Pavilion VIP Experience

8-9 a.m. — Nebraska State Fair — $15.75 — Discover the birthing process with exclusive access and interact with the animals.