One dead in massive Morrill Fire that's burned more than 453,000 acres across western Nebraska

Authorities confirm one person has died as a result of the massive Morrill Fire in western Nebraska. The wildfire has burned 330,000 acres and remains 0% contained Friday morning.

March 13, 2026Updated: March 13, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Regional

Andrews Fire near Valentine fully contained at 570 acres

Quick response keeps wildfire near Gordon under an acre

Crookston woman sentenced to 20–30 years in foster child’s death

No injuries in northwest Nebraska rollover accident

State

Compliance checks held in Dawes and Sheridan counties

Fire crews continue battling Pressey Fire in Custer County

Nebraska Regents approve cuts to several UNK degree programs

One dead in massive Morrill Fire that's burned more than 453,000 acres across western Nebraska

Regional

Andrews Fire near Valentine fully contained at 570 acres

Quick response keeps wildfire near Gordon under an acre

Crookston woman sentenced to 20–30 years in foster child’s death

No injuries in northwest Nebraska rollover accident

State

Compliance checks held in Dawes and Sheridan counties

Fire crews continue battling Pressey Fire in Custer County

Nebraska Regents approve cuts to several UNK degree programs

Nitrate contaminates the drinking water of millions of Americans, study finds

Volunteers step up again to feed firefighters battling Pressey Fire

Nebraska National Guardsmen respond to traffic accident

Sports

Board of Regents approve Big Red Rebuild, Dannen and others provide further detail

Haarberg Reflects on Time as a Husker, Hungry for NFL Opportunity

APRIL 24 (6:45 PM CT) - Columbus Fury vs Omaha Supernovas (NCN TV)

Mayor recognizes wrestling champion

Doane wrestler Cristelle Rodriguez captures NAIA and U.S. championships

WNCC softball team splits contests with Lamar on Sunday

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Spring shotgun turkey season opens

Outdoor notes: Bighorn sheep regular lottery applications begin April 20

Outdoor notes: NGPC offering pastures, hay tracts to those affected by wildfires

Outdoor notes: Work to begin soon on Smith Lake WMA Aquatic Habitat Project

Outdoor notes: Game and Parks urges caution when recreating outdoors due to wildfires

Outdoor notes: Temporary closure of Clear Creek WMA for safety