The city of Grand Island, Nebraska is the county seat of Hall County. Prior to the formal establishment of the city, the area was settled as early as 1857, when thirty-five German settlers came to the region from Davenport, Iowa, using local lumber to build the houses on an island that was known by French traders as La Grande Isle, formed by the Wood River and the Platte River. In 1865, surveyors for the Union Pacific Railroad laid out a town which they named Grand Island Station, and many of the settlers living on Grande island moved to the new town, located just inland from the island. The city currently incorporates the actual island as well as the inland community. The railroad reached Grand Island in 1868, prompting further settlement of the region, and Grand Island was incorporated as a town in 1872. The actor, Henry Fonda, was born in Grand Island. Grand Island is southwest of Chapman and Central City, and north of Interstate 80. Grand Island is home to the Nebraska Law Enforcement Training Center, and is the primary city of the Grand Island Metropolitan Statistical Area.
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Provides access to city information and various services offered by each department. Includes community calendar, local news and announcements, departments directory, downloadable forms, maps and directions, public safety information, and public utilities index.
http://www.grand-island.com/
City of Grand Island Public Library
Provides access to online catalogs, reference databases and other library services. Includes library location and directions, operating hours, library layout, and a download center.
http://www.gi.lib.ne.us/
Presents a recreational park that has a casino and thoroughbred racing. Links to the park’s calendar of events, press releases and a way to book space for groups.
http://www.fonnerpark.com/
Grand Island Area Economic Development Corporation
Working to promote the economic wellbeing of the Grand Island, Nebraska area, the Grand Island Area EDC’s site highlights the community, including available commercial or industrial sites, business incentives, and workforce information.
http://www.grandisland.org/
Features an organization that provides youth programs and fitness facilities. Other sections of the site describe the YMCA’s child care service and health advice.
http://www.giymca.org/
Offers consumer and business financial services including checking accounts and loans. Includes financial education resources, an online banking tool and details on interest rates.
http://www.homefedgi.com/
The annual event take place in Grand Island, Nebraska each September, showcasing Nebraska cinema and filmmakers. A film schedule, sponsorships, online ticket sales, and information about local hotels and restaurants are presented.
http://www.prairielightsfilmfest.com/
The location, hours and admission costs, membership information, photographs, video, and an overview of the museum’s educational programs, special events, exhibits, and contacts are put forward.
http://www.stuhrmuseum.org/
Grand Island news and information authority with sports page and editorials. Includes lifestyle section, occasions/announcements, photos and videos, local yellow pages and online classifieds.
http://www.theindependent.com/
