Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 4th of August.
Good morning, Grand Island.
Local grocery stores in small Nebraska towns have lost customers as Dollar General has expanded into these areas—Oakland's Nelson’s Food Pride has seen its business drop due to slim profit margins and higher costs.
State Sen. Teresa Ibach plans to introduce a grant program next session to help small grocers survive while researchers say more creative business models are needed.
A 22-year-old man was stabbed in southeast Grand Island on Sunday at 3:42 a.m. near South Eddy Street & Windolph Avenue and is in serious condition at a local hospital as police continue investigating the nonrandom attack.
The Nebraska Medical Cannabis Commission is racing to set licensing rules for the growth and distribution of medical cannabis before the October 1 deadline.
It will meet today at 1 p.m. to review rule updates and host a public comment session — details remain unclear.
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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