Outdoor notes: Surveillance detects 197 positive CWD cases

The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission is opening parts of Box Butte Wildlife Management Area to firewood collection for those who obtain permission.

January 12, 2026Updated: January 17, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Outdoor notes: Surveillance detects 197 positive CWD cases

'I love Marsh': New Huskers defensive coordinator Rob Aurich reunites with Andrew Marshall

Ol' Red's Last Call for Summer concert returns to Jefferson County for year two with two major acts

After a successful debut last August, the Last Call for Summer concert returns to the Jefferson County Speedway this Saturday, featuring a true country headliner twinbill.

Aurich impact already being felt by Husker defense

John Wagner recognized as August 2026 Jefferson County Veteran of the Month

John Wagner is the Jefferson County Veteran of the Month for August 2026.

State

Panhandle mosquitoes test positive for West Nile virus

8 hrs 12 mins ago

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for Cherry, Garden, Sheridan counties

8 hrs 34 mins ago

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Logan, Phillips counties in Colorado

8 hrs 43 mins ago

Thunderstorm Watch issued for Northeast Colorado

8 hrs 47 mins ago

Rabies warning after bat tests positive in Cherry County

9 hrs 40 mins ago

National Border Patrol Council endorses Pete Ricketts in Nebraska Senate race

10 hrs 20 mins ago

Sports

'I love Marsh': New Huskers defensive coordinator Rob Aurich reunites with Andrew Marshall

13 hrs 29 mins ago

Huskers open the season No. 1 in AVCA Preseason Poll

August 10th 2026, 6:26 PM UTC

'High Expectations': Coach Bent excited for return to Beatrice

August 7th 2026, 11:04 PM UTC

Orangemen Baseball names former Husker Andy Bent new head coach

August 7th 2026, 12:44 PM UTC

Pender routs Malcolm for first Legion title

August 7th 2026, 2:15 AM UTC

Kearney High School showcases new addition, the PAW

August 5th 2026, 3:55 PM UTC

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

June 20th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

June 13th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

June 6th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

May 30th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April

May 29th 2026, 5:17 PM UTC

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities

May 28th 2026, 7:44 PM UTC