Husker notes: Nebraska stuns Maine with five-run ninth

Rhett Stokes delivered the walk-off two-RBI single to cap off a five-run rally in the bottom of the ninth to help Nebraska complete the sweep of Maine with an 8-7 win on Saturday afternoon, as the Huskers overcame a seven-run sixth inning by the Black Bears.

March 15, 2026Updated: March 15, 2026
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Volunteers step up as the Log Road Fire continues burning near Crawford

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.

Alliance woman arrested in connection with her baby’s death

An Alliance woman has been arrested following the death of a 9-month-old baby, according to the Box Butte County Sheriff’s Office.

More than 20 buildings threatened as firefighters continue to make progress at fire near Crawford

More than 20 buildings threatened as firefighters continue to make progress at fire near Crawford

Bicyclist traveling across the nation rides through Nebraska

For most people, biking across Nebraska would be a challenge. For Jim DeCecco, it’s just one stretch of a much longer journey.