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Grand Island Public Library revised its circulation policy on Aug.

18 with changes effective Aug. 28 that shorten loans to four days. The new rule allows one museum pass per family per loan period & requires an adult to place a hold and supervise children.

The EDC president said the LB840 program has created 1,204 jobs since 2019.

The city allocates $950,000 annually to the program, with over $400,000 covering administrative costs.

The Academies of Grand Island Senior High named its 2026 Partners of the Year today, and school officials say the move reflects strong community ties & a focus on future growth.

The GIPS Foundation will host its 5th annual Harvest fundraiser at Riverside Golf Club on Thursday, Sept.

24, starting with a cocktail hour at 5:30 p.m. The event will raise funds for scholarships and education programs through live and silent auctions.

The Academies of Grand Island Senior High honored two businesses as 2026 Partners of the Year in a ceremony at the honorees’ workplaces: LiveWell Physical Therapy, led by Dr. Matt Hilligas, earned the Community Partner title + Summit Real Estate, owned by Eric and Jennie Wright, received Business Partner award.

Fonner Park campus is receiving major infrastructure upgrades from a $20 million ARPA grant, including stormwater abatement, grading, drainage, new pathways, lighting and landscaping; the Nebraska State Fair and the 1868 Foundation manage the work set to finish in December, with a new parking lot partly funded by Grand Island Casino Resort.

Humane Society board president Greg Geis said on Aug.

19 that the organization resolved its insurance change after signing a contract with the city to house stray pets. He noted that the society prioritizes pet care, countering Council member Haase’s criticism of the arrangement.

Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream is recalling select Outshine Fruit Bars batches (6-count and 24-count packs) after consumers found pieces of glass in them; customers should discard or return the affected items for a full refund.

CHI Health and experts urge local families to understand perinatal mood disorders beyond the baby blues — from challenges before birth to issues in the weeks after delivery.

The state’s new postpartum alert initiative provides new mothers with teal wristbands to help first responders identify urgent recovery needs.

Grand Island Central Catholic football will start its 2026 season at home against Hershey on Friday, Aug.

28. The team, coming off an 11-2 season that ended in a state championship loss, will focus more on its strong ground game with players like Jackson Gangiwish (QB).