Crews gain ground on Ashby, Minor fires as Red Flag Warning returns to western Nebraska

Containment is rising on the Ashby and Minor fires, but extreme fire danger returns Monday. Crews are making progress, but officials warn any new fires could spread fast in western Nebraska.

March 30, 2026Updated: March 31, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Crews gain ground on Ashby, Minor fires as Red Flag Warning returns to western Nebraska

New lights, electrical system in the queue for Quinn Field, home of Fairbury baseball

There will soon be brighter days ahead for a field that has been hosting baseball games in Southeast Nebraska for just about exactly a century.

High heat, humidity brings high impact to cattle, livestock

Tri County, DeWitt set to host Class C Nebraska American Legion State Tournament

Hope Crisis Center chief chats with county commissioners about funding, services

Hope Crisis Center executive director Carmen Hinman is touting her organization's successes but isn't shying away from its funding struggles in her conversations with county boards this summer.

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

Crews gain ground on Ashby, Minor fires as Red Flag Warning returns to western Nebraska

New lights, electrical system in the queue for Quinn Field, home of Fairbury baseball

High heat, humidity brings high impact to cattle, livestock

Tri County, DeWitt set to host Class C Nebraska American Legion State Tournament

Hope Crisis Center chief chats with county commissioners about funding, services

State

New lights, electrical system in the queue for Quinn Field, home of Fairbury baseball

Alliance man arrested following vehicle vs. bicycle crash

Historic Pershing Mural restoration reaches milestone in Lincoln

Local 'True Fiction' auction passes away

City, NRD pursue new study in ongoing attempt to solve Battle Creek’s flooding

Regional economy index sees significant drop

Sports

Bobcat basketball misses 2026 tournament goal

State Little League tournaments in Kearney sets participation record

Nebraska Select soccer team earns trip to national tournament

Auburn Boys Basketball Head Coach Jim Weeks named NHSACA Coach of the Year

Wild Horse Golf Club unveils renovated clubhouse, new short course

Longtime high school coach enters national hall of fame

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities