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Saturday, August 16th, 2025

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Good morning, Grand Island. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Nebraska State Fair partnered with the City of Grand Island — and the police — to improve traffic flow while offering free parking in lots along State Fair Boulevard and the Luebbe East lot off Stuhr Road near the main entrance. Guests who prefer not to drive can use free shuttle buses from local spots that depart every hour from 9 a.m., with the last leaving at 10:30 p.m. on weeknights and 11 p.m. on weekends.  Central Nebraska Today

CRIME NEWS

  • A vehicle was reported stolen from Tool Barn Rentals on S. Webb Road in Grand Island on Aug 14 — police said the business’s pickup truck, valued at $18,000, was taken and the case remains under investigation.  Central Nebraska Today

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Thirty-seven students from Grand Island Senior High were honored as AP Scholars for the 2024-25 school year at the Public Schools Board meeting—families and school officials celebrated the academic achievement. Principal Calvin Hubbard praised the students for their hard work, noting the AP program reached a five-year high in exam scores.  Nebraska TV
  • Grand Island Lutheran High School began its new school year on Thursday with a new name, new colors and the addition of seventh- and eighth-graders after merging with Trinity Lutheran School; students joined a team-building exercise to show unity. Principal Jeremiah Slough said the rebranding honors the school’s 25-year legacy while giving families and longtime students a feeling of belonging—paving the way for a fresh start in Lutheran education.  The Grand Island Independent

EVENTS

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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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  • Last Train to Juarez Live Performance

    7-11 p.m. — The Filling Station — Check website for cost — Enjoy original tunes and classic country covers at this debut show in Grand Island.

    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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  • 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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  • 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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  • Forever Young Tour

    7:30 PM – 12:30 AM — Nebraska State Fair — Tickets from $51 — A throwback concert featuring 90s and 2000s hits with Vanilla Ice and more.

    Sat, 8/30/25

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