Meet the aircraft, crews on standby in Ainsworth following Sandhills fires

After a series of wildfires across the Sandhills, aerial firefighting resources are now positioned in Ainsworth, allowing crews to respond quickly if new fires break out.

April 15, 2026Updated: April 15, 2026
By Casey Wonnenberg

Jefferson County board insists PWF Road project still in the pipeline

The Jefferson County commissioners and highway department reiterated that the PWF Road reconstruction project remains on the books for this year, combatting online rumors to the contrary.

PlantNebraska returns to Fairbury Cemetery to help replace some trees destroyed by storms

A statewide organization is stepping up to help the Fairbury cemetery offset damage by planting a handful of new trees.

Hope Crisis Center receives $25,000 donation from First Interstate Bank

Hope Crisis Center receives $25,000 donation from First Interstate Bank

NWS confirms 8 tornadoes from June 11 severe weather outbreak

NWS confirms 8 tornadoes from June 11 severe weather outbreak