Fire shelters are a key defense for firefighters. But they don't guarantee survival

Fire shelters are a key piece of equipment for wildland firefighters, but their use doesn't ensure survival

July 2, 2026Updated: July 2, 2026

By JACK DURA

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

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

Work coming along at Beatrice Community Cancer Garden, ribbon cutting set for later this month

Work coming along at Beatrice Community Cancer Garden, ribbon cutting set for later this month

'Pretty exciting news': Fairbury officials react to Brownfields grant, discuss plans for future

'Pretty exciting news': Fairbury officials react to Brownfields grant, discuss plans for future

County awaits court over pioneer cemetery

An Otoe County lawsuit challenges the creation of a 2019 cemetery association and its authority for new burials

State

Norfolk Avenue to close for River Point District gateway sign installation

5 hrs 16 mins ago

Attorney General Hilgers files disciplinary action against Lincoln orthopedic surgeon accused of sexual harassment

5 hrs 59 mins ago

Norfolk man arrested after allegedly threatening group with knife at park

6 hrs 2 mins ago

Kids Korner recognized as Cheyenne County Chamber's Community Champion for June

6 hrs 15 mins ago

Alliance woman arrested in connection with her baby’s death

10 hrs 25 mins ago

Cause of Sidney structure fire under investigation

17 hrs 3 mins ago

Sports

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

5 hrs 46 mins ago

Wild Horse Golf Club unveils renovated clubhouse, new short course

21 hrs 19 mins ago

Longtime high school coach enters national hall of fame

July 1st 2026, 4:34 PM UTC

Kearney hosts Nebraska Lions All-Star Golf Tournament, honoring state's top senior golfers

June 30th 2026, 11:03 PM UTC

Beatrice alum, Super Bowl champ Cam Jurgens returns home to host youth football camp

June 26th 2026, 9:41 PM UTC

Husker great runs team's volleyball clinic

June 25th 2026, 5:42 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