Lemoyne residents recount evacuation as Morrill Fire grows to more than 453,000 acres

Residents in Lemoyne were forced to evacuate overnight as the massive Morrill Fire swept across western Nebraska.

March 13, 2026Updated: March 17, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

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Regional

Scottsbluff sweeps Bridgeport in inter-class showdown

Scottsbluff sweeps Bridgeport in inter-class showdown

WNCC Announces Changes to Lifelong Learning Department

WNCC Announces Changes to Lifelong Learning Department

Nebraska School Activities Association & Currency Announce 2026-27 Believers & Achievers

Nebraska School Activities Association & Currency Announce 2026-27 Believers & Achievers

Cheyenne County announces contract with Logan County Jail for prisoner holding

Cheyenne County announces contract with Logan County Jail for prisoner holding

State

Man charged in fatal Douglas County crash scheduled for court

Kimball Police Department moves forward on dissolving K-9 program

Sidney Fire Department purchases new gear with 50K grant

Should commercial solar and wind developments be allowed in Cherry County? Planning Commission weighs the question

Portion of Omaha Avenue closed due to road stability issue

Infant expected to survive after suffering brain bleed, broken ribs in Lincoln

Sports

Turnovers could be crucial in Huskers tilt with Hoosiers

Scottsbluff sweeps Bridgeport in inter-class showdown

Colandrea’s running ability a major spark to Husker offense

Doane rues frustrating missed chances in Homecoming defeat to Mount Marty

Diller-Odell shuts down Meridian in Homecoming blanking

Nebraska High School Sports Hall of Fame inducts latest class

Ag & Outdoor

Pillen issues executive orders pausing diesel tax, increasing grain and livestock hauling weight limits

Nebraska's congressional delegation critical of Trump plan to lower beef prices

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