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Hello Grand Island! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning.
In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Sandhill crane migration, Globetrotters 100-year tour, and Heather Henson’s wild puppetry workshop + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Grand Island protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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📰 In the news
Scholarship marks 42nd year: Three high school seniors, including one from Grand Island, were awarded UNK’s top Honors Program full-ride scholarship, which covers major costs, with recipients set to start classes this fall — get all the details.
Leadership shift in emergency care: Lance Selph was appointed Assistant Chief of EMS at Hastings Fire and Rescue, bringing nearly three decades of experience to strengthen EMS and support professional development for local responders — learn about his priorities.
Spectacular migration is underway: Sandhill cranes are back along the Platte, with 115,000 here and hundreds of thousands more expected as Crane Trust and Rowe Sanctuary host programs and blind tours now through April — get details on tours and talks.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
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💎 Local business spotlight
Pie plans, sorted: Back Alley Bakery keeps Hastings calm in dessert emergencies. They bake scratch-made pies by special order, and you can linger over artisanal breads, breakfast, or lunch while deciding who deserves the last slice. Comfort baking meets everyday fuel at this neighborhood hub.
Fresh stems, zero fuss: Roses For You!in Grand Island quietly nails it, from everyday pick-me-ups to milestone bouquets and event rentals when you’re going big. If your kitchen table’s begging for a little color, these fresh stems deliver the mood boost you’ll notice each time you walk by.
Energy well spent: Whether your kiddo wants to try cartwheels or you just need a winter energy outlet, Twisters Gymnastics keeps things moving with recreational classes in a roomy 20,000-square-foot setup, plus party extras like a zip line and slack line, steering Grand Island energy somewhere fun and productive.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →
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📆 Fun for the whole fam
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🦘 Toddler Art Class: Kang-a-Roo @ Children’s Museum of Central Nebraska (Hastings) | Wednesday (3/11) at 10:00 AM – Need to channel your tiny tornado into something besides pantry reorganization? Kangaroo-themed art play for ages 1 to 3, with a story, craft, and games. Space is limited, so pre-register for one, two, or all three; $10 members, $15 non-members, $5 per extra kid.
🧱 Spring Break: Legos @ Hastings Public Library | Thursday (3/12) at 2:00 PM – Trade the couch for the library’s Spring Break hangouts, with Thursday’s all-ages LEGO free-for-all that lets you build big, brag bigger, and step on zero bricks at home. Hit the earlier events to vote on Friday’s movie, and rack up easy hero points.
🏁 1RC Oval Racing @ HobbyTown | Thursday (3/12) at 6:00 PM – Nothing beats tiny cars with big egos circling HobbyTown’s oval, all speed, skill, and gloriously close finishes. Roll in Thursday or Saturday, run your 1/18 1RC, and race the locals for five bucks a car, ten if you need the transponder. All skill levels welcome.
🛍 March This N That Craft & Vendor Show @ Adams County Fairgrounds (Hastings) | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Head to the East End at Adams County Fairgrounds for a this and that market packed with local crafters and home based businesses, the useful kind, not dust collectors. Shop, feel virtuous with Split the Pot for the Shriners, then hit Sizzle Stackerz.
🧸 Pooh Corner Craft and Vendor Show @ Pooh Corner Day Care & Preschool (Hastings) | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Feel like browsing handmade goodies without wrestling mall parking? Pooh Corner’s craft and vendor roundup brings local makers, easygoing games, and comfort-food bites, all in one neighborly sprawl. Bring your inner kid, your reusable tote, and that cash you keep for “just looking.”
🏁 Tamiya Mini 4×4 Racing @ HobbyTown | Saturday (3/14) at 3:00 PM – Saturday afternoons call for tiny chaos at HobbyTown on Wilmar Ave, where Tamiya Mini 4x4s rip through jumps, curves, and straightaways with no remotes, just nerve. Bring your build, a buck per car, and your best tuning, because the track changes every time.
🕯 Remembering the Way @ Hastings Public Library | Monday (3/16) at 4:00 PM – Jim Henson’s kid is in town teaching us to move like whales, cranes, sturgeon, and bison, all while reconnecting with our own creeks and the big blue beyond. Think puppets, masks, song circles, and wonder, no glitter required. Bring the kids, or borrow one.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Grand Island report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 49°F – Low: 28°F – Precip: 11%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 49. North northwest wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 28. West wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 71°F – Low: 34°F – Precip: 0%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 71. Southwest wind 15 to 25 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 34. West northwest wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.
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