ICYMI: Last week we welcomed the arrival of our new aerial platform tower truck, which will be known as "Tower One." This new truck will help us access the many multi-story buildings throughout the city. Last Wednesday, we had some little helpers give it a good wash before holding a push-in ceremony.
It’s a day to celebrate some big promotions at GIFD. Please help us congratulate Battalion Chief Ryan Seaman, Captain Seth Ross, Captain Jason Selecman and Captain Jared Stutzman on their new ranks! We’re proud of your growth and accomplishments!
It's been an eventful five days having the American Dairy Goat Association in town for their national show. Here are just a few looks at the fun courtesy of Josh Salmon/The Independent.
Alongside the Nebraska Department of Economic Development and Hoppe Development, the Grand Island Area Economic Development Corporation & Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting to celebrate the addition of more affordable housing in northeast Grand Island this morning!
It's great to see the city continuing to grow! A lot of work and planning continues to take shape in the northern reaches of the city.
Mayor Steele was proud to welcome about 50 riders on the 2025 Journey of Hope TransAmerica ride across the country! The Arc of Central Nebraska greeted the riders as they rolled in to Boarders Inn & Suites Grand Island this morning!
2025 Journey of Hope North Route
If you suffered any flood damage we need to hear from you!
In our effort to secure emergency aid, we need to identify a minimum of 25 homes or businesses that can show at least 40% of uninsured damage to their property in order to qualify for the assistance.
For homeowners and business owners who feel they meet this criteria, you are asked to call Grand Island Chief Building Official Ed Klimek directly at (308) 385-5444, Ext. 1209.
If you suffered more minor flood damage, please fill out our self-reporting form at www.grand-island.com/flooddamage
In our effort to secure emergency aid, we need to identify a minimum of 25 homes or businesses that can show at least 40% of uninsured damage to their property in order to qualify for the assistance.
For homeowners and business owners who feel they meet this criteria, you are asked to call Grand Island Chief Building Official Ed Klimek directly at (308) 385-5444, Ext. 1209.
If you suffered more minor flood damage, please fill out our self-reporting form at www.grand-island.com/flooddamage
Spread the word! Come voice your opinion on what to do with the 4th Street Firehouse. The meeting is set for a week from today!
After 25 years at GIFD, we give one final tip of the cap to Captain Scott Piercy. Today, we held a retirement reception for him at Fire Station #4 in front of friends and family as well as fellow firefighters, captains and chiefs.
Capt. Piercy said he's excited for an upcoming trip to Alaska! Enjoy retirement and thank you for your service!
New police uniforms? 🤔
35 years at any job is no small feat, and tonight we were fortunate to be able to celebrate TWO such employees.
Join us in giving a tip of the cap to Public Safety Dispatcher Dwight “Brad” Richards and Senior Materials Handler Patrick Karr! Thank you both for your decades of service to the city!
🏊11 Days and Counting!🏊♂️
All city swim facilities will open on Saturday, May 24. To learn more about all of our parks and costs, visit https://www.grand-island.com/o/gipr/article/2212447
We're happy to announce that Grand Island Television (GITV) is expanding its reach. We have officially been added to ALLO Fiber Nebraska's channel listings. You can now find us on Channel 1 and 2 with your Allo subscription.
For our full list of providers and to learn more, visit https://www.grand-island.com/article/2200033
*FRIENDLY REMINDER!*
When watering your yards, take into account how sloped it is. If your yard slopes toward the street, you are likely watering more of the sidewalk than your yard, and in turn it's costing you more money!
Please help us be mindful of our water waster as our temps continue to rise. Thank you!
City and county officials came together today to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War and the Fall of Saigon.
A heartfelt presentation on the front steps of the Hall County Courthouse featured speeches from Grand Island Mayor Roger Steele, Hall County Hero Flight Board Member Dan Naranjo, Vietnam Veteran Jim Seim and much more.
🤯30 Years!🤯
The Grand Island City Council honored Battalion Chief Scott Kuehl for serving the city for the past three decades. Congrats on a heck of a career to this point Scott!
It’s a great day at GIFD.
Please join us in congratulating Phil Thomas, who we promoted to Fire Prevention Division Chief.
We also are welcoming Firefighter/Paramedic Dalton Chastain and Firefighter/EMTs Kyler Kaping, Corey Lewis and Carson Munster to the family. Today, we held their pinning and promotional ceremonies. Congrats gentlemen!!
We are teaming up with the Grand Island Tree Board and the Dodge School “Park Rangers” (3rd-5th Graders) to celebrate Arbor Day!
On Friday, April 25 at 11 a.m., we will be hosting a tree planting ceremony at Pier Park across from Dodge School near the playground. We will be planting a Sienna Maple tree, which was donated by Curtis and Leslie Probasco from Uprooted Nursery.
We hope to see you there!
We're thankful to be one of many agencies to take part in a special ceremony coming up on Wednesday, April 30. We will be commemorating the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War.
For more details on the special program, visit https://www.grand-island.com/article/2155017
This week we honor the unseen heroes — our 911 dispatchers. They are calm voices in chaos, guiding help when seconds count. Happy National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week!
#NPSTW #ThankYouDispatchers #911Heroes
🐣🐰 The Library will be closed on Easter Sunday. We will reopen at regular hours the following day (Monday, April 21 at 9 AM).
