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Thursday, August 14th, 2025

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Good morning, Grand Island. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Nebraska State Fair will offer free world-class performances from August 22 to September 1 at Fonner Park—visitors can see a rescue dog stunt show, trained sea lions promoting ocean conservation, and a walking tree along with other acts in Grand Island.  Nebraska TV

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Students began school at Wasmer Elementary in Grand Island on August 13—officials offered back-to-school tips to help parents during the transition to the new academic year.  KSNB

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.

    Sat, 8/16/25

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  • 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.

    Sun, 8/17/25

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  • 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.

    Thu, 8/21/25

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  • 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.

    Fri, 8/22/25

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  • 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.

    Sat, 8/23/25

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  • 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.

    Sun, 8/24/25

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  • 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.

    Tue, 8/26/25

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  • 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.

    Wed, 8/27/25

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  • 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.

    Thu, 8/28/25

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  • 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.

    Fri, 8/29/25

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

The cure for pain is in the pain.

~ Rumi

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