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šŸŽ„It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Railside!šŸŽ„

Thank you to the Grand Island Parks and Recreation Department and Grand Island Utilities Department for making downtown that much more festive this morning!šŸŒŸšŸŽšŸŽ…
9 months ago, Railside
Railside Christmas Tree
Railside Christmas Tree
Railside Christmas Tree
Railside Christmas Tree
Railside Christmas Tree
Railside Christmas Tree
Railside Christmas Tree
Railside Christmas Tree
Railside Christmas Tree
Railside Christmas Tree

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 community’s gratitude to all who have worn the uniform of the United States Armed Forces.

šŸ‡ŗšŸ‡ø Thank you, veterans — from the City of Grand Island, we honor you today and every day.

10 months ago, City of Grand Island
Veterans Day Service
Veterans Day Service
Veterans Day Service
Veterans Day Service
Veterans Day Service
Veterans Day Service
Veterans Day Service
šŸ”„ The pros are coming to Grand Island! šŸ”„

Get ready for world-class volleyball action as LOVB Nebraska Volleyball hits the court at the Heartland Events Center on Saturday, March 7! šŸšŸ’„

This is your chance to see some of the world’s best athletes compete up close in one of the biggest volleyball events Central Nebraska has ever hosted. Bring your crew, and let’s make some noise for LOVB Nebraska! šŸ™Œ

šŸŽŸļø Tickets are on sale now at www.heartlandeventscenter.com/lovb
10 months ago, BigIron Events Center
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
10 months ago, City of Grand Island
SNAP Assistance
Ryder Park looks a bit different these days šŸ‘€

The $5 million project is already well underway! It’s going to be an exciting year for baseball in Grand Island!
10 months ago, City of Grand Island
Ryder Park Renovations
Ryder Park Renovations
Ryder Park Renovations
Ryder Park Renovations
Ryder Park Renovations
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!
10 months ago, 4th Street BID
Calaveritas en la Cuatro
Calaveritas en la Cuatro
Calaveritas en la Cuatro
Calaveritas en la Cuatro
Calaveritas en la Cuatro
Calaveritas en la Cuatro
Calaveritas en la Cuatro
Calaveritas en la Cuatro
Calaveritas en la Cuatro
Calaveritas en la Cuatro
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
10 months ago, Grand Island Parks and Recreation
Planting Trees in Broadwell Park
Planting Trees in Broadwell Park
Planting Trees in Broadwell Park
Planting Trees in Broadwell Park
If you notice a bunch of cars in the Target parking lot, it’s 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!
10 months ago, City of Grand Island
Target Ribbon Cutting
Target Ribbon Cutting
Target Ribbon Cutting
Target Ribbon Cutting
Target Ribbon Cutting
Target Ribbon Cutting
Target Ribbon Cutting
Target Ribbon Cutting
Target Ribbon Cutting
Target Ribbon Cutting
šŸŽƒšŸš‚ Who’s ready for the Haunted Halloween Express?!? šŸ‘»āœØ

Last year was full of spooks, thrills, and SPOOKTACULAR memories!
šŸ“… Mark your calendars: October 17–18
šŸ“ Stolley Park Railroad

Bring the whole family for a GHOULISH good time you won’t forget! šŸ•ÆļøšŸŽƒšŸ’€
10 months ago, Grand Island Parks and Recreation
Halloween Express
Halloween Express
Halloween Express
Halloween Express
Halloween Express
Halloween Express
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!
11 months ago, City of Grand Island
Drug Court Graduation
Drug Court Graduation
Drug Court Graduation
Drug Court Graduation
Drug Court Graduation
Drug Court Graduation
Drug Court Graduation
Drug Court Graduation
Drug Court Graduation
Drug Court Graduation
We think the Grand Island Utilities Department is a pretty big deal. Apparently mother nature agreed with us this morning. 🌈🌈
11 months ago, City of Grand Island
Rainbow over PGS
Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate the official ribbon cutting of our new Pier Park Skatepark!!

We can’t be more pleased with how it turned out and how much it’s already being used!
11 months ago, Grand Island Parks and Recreation
Pier Park Skatepark
Pier Park Skatepark
Pier Park Skatepark
Pier Park Skatepark
Pier Park Skatepark
Pier Park Skatepark
Pier Park Skatepark
Pier Park Skatepark
šŸ‘€ Have you seen the new-look Pier Park Skatepark lately? It’s really starting to take shape!

Andrew Collins from KSNB Local4 caught up with Grand Island Parks and Recreation Department Director Todd McCoy about the renovations and timeline.
about 1 year ago, City of Grand Island
Pier Park Skatepark
Pier Park Skatepark
Pier Park Skatepark
Pier Park Skatepark
Pier Park Skatepark
Mayor Steele was happy to join several state dignitaries including our Lt. Governor to celebrate the dedication of the newest state historical marker. The marker acknowledges the work of Nebraska’s first Lt. Governor O.A. Abbott, who called Grand Island home.
about 1 year ago, City of Grand Island
O.A Abbott Marker Dedication
O.A Abbott Marker Dedication
O.A Abbott Marker Dedication
O.A Abbott Marker Dedication
O.A Abbott Marker Dedication
O.A Abbott Marker Dedication
O.A Abbott Marker Dedication
O.A Abbott Marker Dedication
The Nebraska State Fair is less than a month away! On July 31, we had several city leaders make it out for the fair’s After Hours event to promote the big month ahead!
about 1 year ago, City of Grand Island
Nebraska State Fair After Hours Event
Nebraska State Fair After Hours Event
Nebraska State Fair After Hours Event
Nebraska State Fair After Hours Event
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.
about 1 year ago, Grand Island Fire Department
GIFD Unveils Tower One
GIFD Unveils Tower One
GIFD Unveils Tower One
GIFD Unveils Tower One
GIFD Unveils Tower One
GIFD Unveils Tower One
GIFD Unveils Tower One
GIFD Unveils Tower One
GIFD Unveils Tower One
GIFD Unveils Tower One
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!
about 1 year ago, Grand Island Fire Department
GIFD Promotional Ceremony
GIFD Promotional Ceremony
GIFD Promotional Ceremony
GIFD Promotional Ceremony
GIFD Promotional Ceremony
GIFD Promotional Ceremony
GIFD Promotional Ceremony
GIFD Promotional Ceremony
GIFD Promotional Ceremony
GIFD Promotional Ceremony
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.
about 1 year ago, City of Grand Island
American Dairy Goat Association Show
American Dairy Goat Association Show
American Dairy Goat Association Show
American Dairy Goat Association Show
American Dairy Goat Association Show
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.
about 1 year ago, City of Grand Island
Hoppe Development Ribbon Cutting
Hoppe Development Ribbon Cutting
Hoppe Development Ribbon Cutting
Hoppe Development Ribbon Cutting
Hoppe Development Ribbon Cutting
Hoppe Development Ribbon Cutting
Hoppe Development Ribbon Cutting
Hoppe Development Ribbon Cutting
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
about 1 year ago, City of Grand Island
Journey of Hope Riders
Journey of Hope Riders
Journey of Hope Riders
Journey of Hope Riders
Journey of Hope Riders
Journey of Hope Riders
Journey of Hope Riders
Journey of Hope Riders
Journey of Hope Riders
Journey of Hope Riders