Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 10th of August.
Good morning, Grand Island.
🌲 Environment
A severe storm hit eastern Nebraska Saturday morning and toppled trees and power lines in Lincoln with wind gusts of 80-90 mph while a fallen tree struck a pickup truck at Two Rivers State Park, killing one woman.
Emergency crews restored power for tens- of-thousands of customers and officials monitored weather reports for any additional risks.
🏛️ Government
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins visited Nebraska on August 9 and met with Senator Deb Fischer, congressmen Don Bacon, Mike Flood and Adrian Smith as well as agricultural leaders at the UNL Eastern Nebraska Research and Extension Center.
She toured feedlot technology, participated in a closed roundtable and discussed the struggles of wheat, soybean and corn producers—hinting at a possible farm bill coming in the fall.
🏈 Sports
Blye Hill and Gage Stenger both injured their knees during fall camp and will miss the 2025 season, Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule said Saturday.
He said the players will receive support during recovery—he expects them to return once healed.
🎉 Grand Island Events
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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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