š A bittersweet day at Parks & Recreation.
Weāre saying goodbye to longtime administrative assistant Patti Buettner. Thank you, Patti, for your DECADES of dedication, kindness and hard work behind the scenes. Youāve made a lasting impact and will be truly missed. We're excited to see what your next chapter brings!
Weāre saying goodbye to longtime administrative assistant Patti Buettner. Thank you, Patti, for your DECADES of dedication, kindness and hard work behind the scenes. Youāve made a lasting impact and will be truly missed. We're excited to see what your next chapter brings!
State champs š³š
We kicked off tonightās City Council meeting by recognizing the GISH Unified Bowling team for their state championship win. Congrats to the team on an incredible season and for representing Grand Island so well!
We kicked off tonightās City Council meeting by recognizing the GISH Unified Bowling team for their state championship win. Congrats to the team on an incredible season and for representing Grand Island so well!
š Calling all food truck owners! We want you to join the conversation.
We are hosting an informational meeting to walk through proposed updates to food truck regulations, and we want to hear directly from operators.
š Monday, February 9
ā° 2:30ā4 p.m.
š Grand Island Public Library, Meeting Room BC
Weāll cover whatās being proposed, why changes are being considered and what the next steps look like. If you operate a food truck or have an interest in the process, we hope to see you there.
We are hosting an informational meeting to walk through proposed updates to food truck regulations, and we want to hear directly from operators.
š Monday, February 9
ā° 2:30ā4 p.m.
š Grand Island Public Library, Meeting Room BC
Weāll cover whatās being proposed, why changes are being considered and what the next steps look like. If you operate a food truck or have an interest in the process, we hope to see you there.
Please help us congratulate GIPDās newest officers following their swearing-in and badge pinning ceremony š®āāļø
Welcome to the team:
Johny Cruz
Kody Kerr
Eli Sattley
Blake Stewart
Your families, your department and your community are proud of you. Weāre honored to have you serving Grand Island.
Welcome to the team:
Johny Cruz
Kody Kerr
Eli Sattley
Blake Stewart
Your families, your department and your community are proud of you. Weāre honored to have you serving Grand Island.
STILL BUZZING āØš»
What an INCREDIBLE night at the Heartland Events Center. Lindsey Stirling was electric, the energy was unreal and the crowd brought it from start to finish.
Huge THANK YOU to our fans for packing the house and making it a night we wonāt forget. These photos tell the story š
What an INCREDIBLE night at the Heartland Events Center. Lindsey Stirling was electric, the energy was unreal and the crowd brought it from start to finish.
Huge THANK YOU to our fans for packing the house and making it a night we wonāt forget. These photos tell the story š
š£ SAVE THE DATE
šļø State of the City Address
š Monday, January 12, 2026
š 9:00 a.m.
š Grand Island City Council Chambers
The public is invited to attend Mayor Roger Steeleās annual State of the City Address and hear directly about the Cityās progress, priorities and vision for the year ahead.
Also speaking:
š® GIPD Chief Kevin Denney
š GIFD Chief Cory Schmidt
š¬ Q&A to follow
š„ Open to the public
š° Media welcome
Mark your calendar and join the conversation about Grand Islandās future.
šļø State of the City Address
š Monday, January 12, 2026
š 9:00 a.m.
š Grand Island City Council Chambers
The public is invited to attend Mayor Roger Steeleās annual State of the City Address and hear directly about the Cityās progress, priorities and vision for the year ahead.
Also speaking:
š® GIPD Chief Kevin Denney
š GIFD Chief Cory Schmidt
š¬ Q&A to follow
š„ Open to the public
š° Media welcome
Mark your calendar and join the conversation about Grand Islandās future.
Help name the Grand Island indoor football team!
The Arena League's site for the new team is live at https://grandislandarenafootball.com/, and they're looking for YOU to name the team. Let us know what you think!
The Arena League's site for the new team is live at https://grandislandarenafootball.com/, and they're looking for YOU to name the team. Let us know what you think!
The map is officially out for the 2025 Christmas Light Contest!
We had a total of 16 houses sign up for this year's contest and the grand prize of $500 for the winner! A Parks & Recreation team will be judging these homes through the rest of the week, and we'll reveal at Top-5 for YOU to vote on early next week!
If you're looking for a map to follow to enjoy some Christmas lights this year, share this with a friend!
We had a total of 16 houses sign up for this year's contest and the grand prize of $500 for the winner! A Parks & Recreation team will be judging these homes through the rest of the week, and we'll reveal at Top-5 for YOU to vote on early next week!
If you're looking for a map to follow to enjoy some Christmas lights this year, share this with a friend!
On Tuesday, GIPD seized more than 14 pounds of suspected methamphetamine during an afternoon traffic stop. An officer observed a vehicle speeding through a residential neighborhood and failing to use a turn signal.
58-year-old Charlie Red of Hialeah, Fla. was taken into custody for No Driverās License and Speeding. The officer then deployed his K9 partner, Mando, who was recently acquired through generous community donations supporting the GIPD K9 program. K9 Mando alerted the officer to the presence of controlled substances, prompting a search that resulted in the discovery of more than 14 pounds of suspected meth within the passenger compartment and trunk.
MORE ==> https://www.grand-island.com/o/gipd/article/2558763
58-year-old Charlie Red of Hialeah, Fla. was taken into custody for No Driverās License and Speeding. The officer then deployed his K9 partner, Mando, who was recently acquired through generous community donations supporting the GIPD K9 program. K9 Mando alerted the officer to the presence of controlled substances, prompting a search that resulted in the discovery of more than 14 pounds of suspected meth within the passenger compartment and trunk.
MORE ==> https://www.grand-island.com/o/gipd/article/2558763
šøš¤ The "Dos Amigos Tour" is coming to Grand Island š¤ šø
ZZ Top + Dwight Yoakam
Friday, March 27 at the Heartland Events Center
Two music legends. One massive night.
Get ready for:
ā¢ ZZ Topās iconic guitar riffs ā”
ā¢ Dwight Yoakamās Bakersfield sound š¤ š¶
ā¢ A hit-packed show from two powerhouse performers š„
This Dos Amigos Tour stop is one of the biggest concerts weāve brought to the HEC ā rock, country and everything in between, all on one stage.
š Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday at the HEC Box Office and Ticketmaster.com
More info: www.heartlandeventscenter.com
Grand Islandā¦ get ready to rock. šµš„
ZZ Top + Dwight Yoakam
Friday, March 27 at the Heartland Events Center
Two music legends. One massive night.
Get ready for:
ā¢ ZZ Topās iconic guitar riffs ā”
ā¢ Dwight Yoakamās Bakersfield sound š¤ š¶
ā¢ A hit-packed show from two powerhouse performers š„
This Dos Amigos Tour stop is one of the biggest concerts weāve brought to the HEC ā rock, country and everything in between, all on one stage.
š Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday at the HEC Box Office and Ticketmaster.com
More info: www.heartlandeventscenter.com
Grand Islandā¦ get ready to rock. šµš„
šIt's beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Railside!š
Thank you to the Grand Island Parks and Recreation Department and Grand Island Utilities Department for making downtown that much more festive this morning!ššš
Thank you to the Grand Island Parks and Recreation Department and Grand Island Utilities Department for making downtown that much more festive this morning!ššš
On Veterans Day, we paused to honor the men and women who have served our country with courage, dedication and sacrifice.
From those who stood watch on distant shores to those who continue to serve here at home, your commitment to protecting our freedoms will never be forgotten. Mayor Roger Steele shared a few words during a Veterans Day ceremony Monday, expressing our communityās gratitude to all who have worn the uniform of the United States Armed Forces.
šŗšø Thank you, veterans ā from the City of Grand Island, we honor you today and every day.
š„ The pros are coming to Grand Island! š„
Get ready for world-class volleyball action as LOVB Nebraska Volleyball hits the court at the Heartland Events Center on Saturday, March 7! šš„
This is your chance to see some of the worldās best athletes compete up close in one of the biggest volleyball events Central Nebraska has ever hosted. Bring your crew, and letās make some noise for LOVB Nebraska! š
šļø Tickets are on sale now at www.heartlandeventscenter.com/lovb
Get ready for world-class volleyball action as LOVB Nebraska Volleyball hits the court at the Heartland Events Center on Saturday, March 7! šš„
This is your chance to see some of the worldās best athletes compete up close in one of the biggest volleyball events Central Nebraska has ever hosted. Bring your crew, and letās make some noise for LOVB Nebraska! š
šļø Tickets are on sale now at www.heartlandeventscenter.com/lovb
As many know, SNAP benefits are set to expire this weekend for millions of Americans including right here in Grand Island. That's why we want you to know the GI community is ready to help.
Several local nonprofits are answering the call already, and right now, they are saying their shelves are stocked and they're here for families in need. Learn more: https://www.grand-island.com/article/2519033
Several local nonprofits are answering the call already, and right now, they are saying their shelves are stocked and they're here for families in need. Learn more: https://www.grand-island.com/article/2519033
Ryder Park looks a bit different these days š
The $5 million project is already well underway! Itās going to be an exciting year for baseball in Grand Island!
The $5 million project is already well underway! Itās going to be an exciting year for baseball in Grand Island!
Thank you to everyone who came out tonight for Calaveritas en la Cuatro!! It was a great night and we saw a lot of happy trick or treaters leaving with a good haul of candy!
Thank you to the Multicultural Coalition for a great partnership!
Thank you to the Multicultural Coalition for a great partnership!
Thanks to the Ten Free Trees program, an effort of the Nebraska Forest Service and the Nebraska Statewide Arboretum, the City of Grand Island received ten trees to plant in a park of its choosing.
Parks and Recreation crews could be seen planting those trees in Broadwell Park Wednesday morning. The park recently lost a lot of tree and shade cover due to needing to remove unhealthy trees.
MORE ==> https://www.grand-island.com/o/gipr/article/2486986
Parks and Recreation crews could be seen planting those trees in Broadwell Park Wednesday morning. The park recently lost a lot of tree and shade cover due to needing to remove unhealthy trees.
MORE ==> https://www.grand-island.com/o/gipr/article/2486986
If you notice a bunch of cars in the Target parking lot, itās because the store is open!
They just held a ribbon cutting a half hour ago, and they are holding an official grand opening on October 12!
Welcome to Grand Island!
They just held a ribbon cutting a half hour ago, and they are holding an official grand opening on October 12!
Welcome to Grand Island!
šš Whoās ready for the Haunted Halloween Express?!? š»āØ
Last year was full of spooks, thrills, and SPOOKTACULAR memories!
š Mark your calendars: October 17ā18
š Stolley Park Railroad
Bring the whole family for a GHOULISH good time you wonāt forget! šÆļøšš
Last year was full of spooks, thrills, and SPOOKTACULAR memories!
š Mark your calendars: October 17ā18
š Stolley Park Railroad
Bring the whole family for a GHOULISH good time you wonāt forget! šÆļøšš
It was a special morning over at the Law Enforcement Center as Mayor Steele gave remarks and helped congratulate six graduates of the Central Nebraska Drug Court.
A program offering second chances has once again reunited families, offered assistance when there was nowhere else to turn and showed the graduates a path to a better future.
Thanks for letting us take part in the powerful ceremony!
A program offering second chances has once again reunited families, offered assistance when there was nowhere else to turn and showed the graduates a path to a better future.
Thanks for letting us take part in the powerful ceremony!
