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Sunday, October 26th, 2025
Good morning, Grand Island. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 26th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Grand Island will host a family-friendly Halloween event on Fourth Street Tuesday night (Oct 28) that will feature activities for children. The Grand Island Independent
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Sierra Thyfault has dreamed of owning a hair salon since she was 5—she is now reshaping her business in Grand Island to help others become their own boss. Her new plan will give local entrepreneurs the chance to gain independence. The Grand Island Independent
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Maricela Paramo Reyes and her fiancé, Greg Zoul, host a Halloween display at their house in —Stolley Park— that shows creative and spooky decorations. Neighbors say the display — a fun, festive event — draws local visitors during the holiday. The Grand Island Independent
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska seniors can get help with Medicare open enrollment as experts say that next year's changes in drug coverage and Medicare Advantage plans, though small, could affect benefits. Local agencies are providing support so beneficiaries can understand and choose the best options. The Grand Island Independent
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Huskers clinched bowl eligibility with a 28-21 win over Northwestern as Javin Wright intercepted a pass and Emmett Johnson scored the game-winning touchdown with 2:49 left. The team improved to a 6-2 record and will face USC on national TV at 6:30 p.m. on NBC. Central Nebraska Today
- ➤ Grand Island Central Catholic clinched its first playoff berth since 2020 after a win with a score of 49 to 15 over St. Paul at Memorial Stadium on Friday night and finished the season with eight wins and one loss. The Crusaders' strong defense and key plays boosted their performance+they now prepare for state playoff games. Central Nebraska Today
- ➤ The Nebraska football team arrived at Memorial Stadium on October 25 — preparing for their game against Northwestern. KSNB
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