Volunteers step up as Log Road Fire near Crawford reaches 15% containment

Firefighters are making progress on a wildfire burning northwest of Crawford, with officials reporting the Log Road Fire is now 15% contained after scorching more than 1,500 acres.

July 2, 2026Updated: July 2, 2026
By Casey Wonnenberg

Extreme heat, humidity brings added challenge to fire fighting

Extreme heat, humidity brings added challenge to fire fighting

Historical Society hosts naturalization ceremony

The U.S. Immigration Service held a naturalization ceremony just ahead of America 250 anniversary

Sen. Ricketts talks parades, Nebraska culture, and legislative goals at 2026 Beatrice Homestead Days Parade

Sen. Ricketts talks parades, Nebraska culture, and legislative goals at 2026 Beatrice Homestead Days Parade

Roehl pleads no contest to reduced child porn charges; Roland, Johnston credited for time served

Updates on cases involving Nicholas Roehl, Terry Johnston, Gary Keller, and others from Thursday's Jefferson County District Court proceedings.