Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of August.
Good morning, Grand Island.
Fairgoers at the Nebraska State Fair can save money on Bobbie’s Bargain Book, which is on sale for $5 until Aug.
21 via online orders or at the Building Box Office—offering more than $1,500 in coupons. The book will be sold for $8 from Aug. 22 to Sept. 1, giving visitors another chance to stretch their dollars throughout the fair.
Northwest High School in Grand Island will present The Addams Family musical from Aug.
14—17, where a teen cast brings dark humor and fresh twists to classic characters. Vocal music teacher Jeff Vyhlidal co-directs the show with his wife Kari to highlight family themes and a fun stage experience.
The U.S. Small Business Administration continues to run its in-person disaster loan outreach center in Grand Island — it will remain open through August.
The Nebraska DMV will open its new Grand Island Service Center at 3529 S.
Locust St. on Wednesday, August 20 in Hall County where customers will be served from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The old location at 121 S. Pine St. will end driver license services on August 15.
The Hall County Sheriff’s Office received a $9,900 grant from the NDOT Highway Safety Office to join the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over Campaign, which will run from Aug.
16 to Sept. 1. The deputies plan to cut impaired driving in Grand Island+ they hope the effort will lower crash numbers.
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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