{"id":383053,"date":"2026-08-18T00:31:09","date_gmt":"2026-08-18T00:31:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/africa\/383053\/"},"modified":"2026-08-18T00:31:09","modified_gmt":"2026-08-18T00:31:09","slug":"harvest-of-harmony-parade-announces-84th-theme-cairo-fire-chief-named-grand-marshal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/africa\/383053\/","title":{"rendered":"Harvest of Harmony Parade announces 84th theme, Cairo Fire Chief named Grand Marshal"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"text | article-text\">GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (KSNB) &#8211; The Harvest of Harmony Parade is gearing up for its 84th annual celebration in Grand Island on Saturday, October 3, 2026. This year, the legendary event will honor both a landmark national milestone and local heroism.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">The Harvest of Harmony Committee has officially announced this year\u2019s parade theme: \u201cAmerica\u2019s 250th Birthday.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">Leading the march through downtown Grand Island as Grand Marshal will be Steve Oseka, Fire Chief of the Cairo Volunteer Fire Department. Oseka was selected for his exceptional leadership and community protection efforts during the devastating wildfires that swept Nebraska. <\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">\u201cBeing selected as Grand Marshal is a tremendous honor,\u201d Chief Oseka said in a statement, emphasizing that he accepts the recognition on behalf of all the state\u2019s volunteer firefighters and EMS personnel.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">Mary Berlie, president of the Grand Island Area Economic Development Corporation and Chamber of Commerce, praised Oseka\u2019s dedication as a powerful reflection of community service.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">\u201cAs we celebrate America\u2019s 250th Birthday, we are reminded of the people who have stepped forward throughout our nation\u2019s history to protect their neighbors,\u201d Berlie said. \u201cHonoring Steve as Grand Marshal allows us to recognize his service while also shining a light on the many volunteer firefighters and EMS personnel who continue to answer the call.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Parade Details &amp; Route InformationDate:\u00a0Saturday, October 3, 2026Start Time:\u00a08:15 a.m.Route:\u00a0Steps off at 4th and Elm Street, continues through the Eddy Street underpass, and proceeds for approximately 0.6 miles down 3rd Street.How to Participate<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">Area businesses, clubs, communities, and individuals are invited to join the celebration by entering walking units, single vehicles, or decorated towed floats.<\/p>\n<p>Application Deadline:\u00a0September 4, 2026How to Apply:\u00a0Email\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ksnblocal4.com\/2026\/08\/17\/harvest-harmony-parade-announces-84th-theme-cairo-fire-chief-named-grand-marshal\/mailto:jsalinas@grandisland.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">jsalinas@grandisland.org<\/a>, or register online at the Grand Island Area Chamber of Commerce website or via the official\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/harvestofharmony\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Harvest of Harmony Facebook page<\/a>.Join the Alumni Band<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">The Harvest of Harmony Alumni Band is looking for more participants to march this year. The band is open to all interested musicians and will hold practices during the three weekends leading up to the parade.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ksnblocal4.com\/newsletter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Click here<\/a> to subscribe to our KSNB Local4 daily digest and breaking news alerts delivered straight to your email inbox.<\/p>\n<p>Copyright 2026 KSNB. All rights reserved.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"GRAND ISLAND, Neb. 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