Good morning, Grand Island.

Husker Harvest Days will be held Sept.

9th through 11th at a show site on Husker Highway west of Grand Island, where visitors can register free to see drone displays, Ducks Unlimited talks at 1 p.m. Tuesday and 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, and exhibits like short corn and a green tractor. The event will also feature a Women in the Field panel and a prime rib lunch upgrade—meant to help farmers learn about new tools while a recently repaved highway improves access.

Cheerleaders greeted Howard Elementary students on Friday in Grand Island as they earned 5,009 Husky Paws for displaying good character during the first two weeks of school.

A Grand Island student's artwork is featured in the 2026 'Nebraska Don't Waste It' environmental calendar that promotes local waste reduction efforts.

Grand Island’s proposed city budget includes a recommendation to lower the mill levy so property taxes remain flat for residents.

Northwest dominated Hastings 40—0 in their home opener Friday night as the Vikings’ defense forced six turnovers with four fumbles and two interceptions.

Northwest quarterback Caejon Suttles led the offense with three touchdowns and 66 rushing yards while Hastings struggled to move the ball.

Husker Harvest Days

9 AM - 4 PM — Husker Harvest Days — Free entry — Explore Polaris Off-Road Vehicles and enjoy product demos at this major agricultural event.

Grand Island Varsity Volleyball Match

6:30-10:30 p.m. — Grand Island Senior High School — Cost info not provided — Cheer on the Grand Island varsity volleyball team as they face Lincoln Southwest in a thrilling non-conference match.

Oktoberfest Celebration

4-10 p.m. — Liederkranz — Members $5, Non-Members $10 — Enjoy live music by The Killigans, food, and family fun at this festive event.

Platte Valley Boer-Nanza Goat Sale

11 AM – 11:59 PM — Fonner Park — Free entry — Experience the excitement of the annual Boer goat sale in Grand Island.

Colten Wyatt Band: Boot Barn Grand Opening

3-7 p.m. — Old Town Boot Barn — Free entry — Enjoy live music and vibes at the Boot Barn's Grand Opening celebration in Grand Island, Nebraska.