Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of August.
Good morning, Grand Island.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires darkened several Midwestern states Saturday including eastern Nebraska, and local health officials warned people with lung and heart conditions that the poor air quality may persist through Monday—experts advise those at risk to limit outdoor activities.
Today, at Fort McPherson National Cemetery in central Nebraska, multiple Medal of Honor recipients were honored in a special weekend tribute.
The City of Grand Island has taken over animal control duties for stray, lost and abandoned animals—while Central Nebraska Humane Society will continue to house and find homes for these pets.
On August 2, 1919, Nebraska legislators unanimously ratified the Nineteenth Amendment that gave women the right to vote.
The amendment met the state requirement after Congress passed it in June and became law one year later — marking a key moment in history.
Grand Island Public Schools announced Friday that the junior varsity girls basketball team is reinstated after a year of cancellations, with 35-40 players (mostly freshmen and sophomores) now competing.
The program expects to return to a varsity schedule in about a year.
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.
Brian Regan Live
7:30-9 p.m. — Nebraska State Fair — $51, $62, $78 Reserved Seating — Enjoy the laughs of one of America's top comedians, Brian Regan, at a must-see performance.
The Marshall Tucker Band Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Nebraska State Fair — $42 reserved seating — Experience legendary Southern rock tunes from The Marshall Tucker Band and Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Worley.
Sawyer Brown Free Concert
7:30-10 p.m. — Nebraska State Fair — Free with gate admission — Enjoy a night filled with legendary country hits from Sawyer Brown.
Skillet Concert
7-9 p.m. — Nebraska State Fair — $48 GA, $69 PIT, $85 VIP (SOLD OUT) — Experience hard-hitting rock with Skillet as they take the stage at the Nebraska State Fair.
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