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Roadwork to begin on two stretches of I-80 in central Nebraska

GRAND ISLAND, Neb. — Drivers traveling Interstate 80 in central Nebraska can expect lane closures as work begins on two stretches of the highway Monday, Nov. 16. According to the Nebraska Department of Transportation, crews will begin crack-sealing work along I-80 from Gibbon to Shelton and from Shelton to the Nebraska Highway 11 junction, weather permitting.

Nebraska · 1d

News Channel Nebraska

Historic Grand Island building gets new life as The Venue at Railside

GRAND ISLAND, Neb. — A historic building in downtown Grand Island has been given a second life after sitting vacant for decades. The former Elks building, located across from the Hall County Courthouse, has been renovated and reopened as The Venue at Railside, an event space designed for weddings and other gatherings.

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Since 1933 This Nebraska Lunch Counter Has Been Serving Coney Dogs And Malts

The original menu from 1933 still hangs on the wall of a tiny lunch counter in Nebraska. Yes, the actual menu, from the year the place first opened its doors. The same family still runs it, and they are now into a third generation. The star of the show is a coney dog topped with a meaty house sauce, mustard and onions.

Grand Island, NE · 4d

KSNB Local4

FULL VIDEO: FAA issue keeps Luke Lindenmeyer's parents from game

First Alert 6 caught up with Luke Lindenmeyer's parents, Cynthia and Vincent, as they tried to catch a flight for Saturday's Husker game at Rutgers.

nebraskasbestcountry.com

New Grand Island Fire Recruits to Complete Ceremonial Ruck to City Hall

Grand Island, Neb. — The Grand Island Fire Department's five newest Firefighter/EMT/Paramedic recruits will complete a ceremonial ruck to City Hall on Friday, November 20, marking the completion of their initial eight-week fire academy training. The recruits will depart Fire Station No. 1, located at 409 E. Fonner Park...

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Good Samaritan Named One of Nebraska’s Top 3 Hospitals for Critical Care

KEARNEY, Neb. – CHI Health Good Samaritan has been recognized as one of Nebraska’s top three hospitals for critical care according to the Healthgrades 2027 Specialty State Rankings. The prestigious distinction reflects a long-standing commitment to delivering superior patient outcomes across key specialty areas. Good Samaritan also ranked...

Kearney, NE · 2d

centralnebraskatoday.com

Jimmy Reed will be G.I.’s next mayor, per unofficial results

GRAND ISLAND – Jimmy Reed will apparently become Grand Island’s next mayor, based on provisional votes counted by the Hall County Election Office Nov. 10 and unofficial final results released Nov. 10. In the unofficial final results, pending the Nov. 16 meeting of the canvassing board, Reed received...

Grand Island, NE · 3d

KSNB Local4

Hall County commissioner spends 12 hours on courthouse roof to raise money for new flag

GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (KSNB) - Hall County Commissioner Gary Quandt spent 12 hours on the roof of the courthouse in Grand Island, from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., to help raise $16,000 for a new flag for veteran-owned MRL Crane Service. Flag hangs from crane. The company has a giant...

Grand Island, NE · 3d

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Twin Rivers in session despite credible threat

Twin Rivers Public Schools said school is in session as normal on Thursday following a credible threat. Superintendent Brandi Bartels said Wednesday night, the district was made aware of a potential threat against the school in Genoa and notified law enforcement. Nance County Sheriff Ben Bakewell said the threat was...

Genoa, NE · 2d

centralnebraskatoday.com

Kearney Public School announces students selected for music ensembles, choirs

KEARNEY — Kearney Public Schools is proud to announce the students selected for the Nebraska All-State Orff Ensemble, Sing Around Nebraska, and Middle School All-State Orchestra and Choir. These students will represent KPS while joining talented young musicians from across the state for special performance opportunities. Nebraska All-State Orff...

Kearney, NE · 1d

nebraskasbestcountry.com

I-80 Work to begin Near Shelton

--- Nov. 13, 2026 (Grand Island, Neb.) — Weather permitting, work will begin Nov. 16 on Interstate 80 (I 80) from reference post 290.96 to reference post 299.38, according to the Nebraska Department of Transportation. Northwest Asphalt & Maintenance, of Thief River Falls, MN, is the contractor for this...

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Grand Island YMCA opens 5 new spaces for members

GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (KSNB) — The YMCA in Grand Island celebrated five new and renovated spaces Thursday with a ribbon cutting hosted by the Grand Island Area Economic Development Corporation and Chamber of Commerce. “We had a special grand opening for five new areas we added,” said President and...

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Colorado blue spruce becomes new Christmas tree at Amur Plaza

GRAND ISLAND, Neb.(KSNB) — A Colorado blue spruce removed from a Grand Island resident’s yard Thursday is the new Christmas tree at Amur Plaza in downtown Grand Island. The tree was taken from Mike Larson’s yard and transported to Amur Plaza. It will serve as the centerpiece of this year’s Railside Christmas Celebration, set for Nov. 20.

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Nebraska company packs care packages for Nebraska National Guard soldiers serving overseas

GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (KSNB) - Staff and volunteers at the Bosselman Enterprises headquarters spent the day packing care packages for Nebraska National Guard soldiers serving overseas. The crews boxed donated items and messages of support. Misty Walker, director of accounting and a Navy veteran, said she knows what care packages...

Grand Island, NE · 12h

nebraskasbestcountry.com

Grand Island Area Habitat for Humanity Raises $133,091 at Mr. Habitat 2026

GRAND ISLAND, Neb. – Grand Island Area Habitat for Humanity raised $133,091 during its Mr. Habitat fundraising event held Friday, November 6, at Full Circle Venue. The event featured five local men, Brian Mustion, Bryndyn Lawrenz, Dr. Chad Hudnall, Justin Sanford, and Michael Stanton, who competed for the title of Mr. Habitat 2026 while raising funds to support Habitat's mission of building safe, affordable homes for families in the Grand Island community.

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Downtown Grand Island antique shops take part in annual Antique Christmas Walk

GRAND ISLAND, Neb.(KSNB) — Antique shops in downtown Grand Island are taking part in the annual Antique Christmas Walk, which starts at 6 p.m. Friday. Several shops will leave their doors open until about 10 p.m., according to organizers. The event is meant to get everyone into the holiday spirit.

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Harden gives presentation about new Federal Scholarship Tax Credit program

GRAND ISLAND – Grand Island Public Schools Chief Financial Officer Virgil Harden gave a presentation to the Board of Education Nov. 12 about the new Federal Scholarship Tax Credit that is offered through a Scholarship Granting Organization. It is a new K-12 education program that begins Jan. 1, 2027....

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Doniphan-Trumbull Public School $17.5 million school bond issue passes, per unofficial results

DONIPHAN – The Doniphan-Trumbull Public School $17.5 million school bond issue has apparently passed by 29 votes, Superintendent Dr. Jeremy Braden said Nov. 12. He said that 589 people (51.3 percent) voted for the bond issue, and 560 people (48.7 percent) voted against it. The unofficial final results will...

Doniphan, NE · 2d

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GICC Football Headed Back To The C2 State Championship

(Grand Island, NE) - The GICC football team is headed back to the Class C2 state championship football game after defeating Yutan on Friday night with a final score of 21-7. GICC would lead at halftime, 14-0. GICC would get a first-half touchdown run from Max Holling and a touchdown pass from Jackson Gangwish to Braylon Wolfe.