State senator surveys historic Morrill Fire as blaze becomes fifth largest fire in U.S. history

The Morrill Fire has now burned more than 570,000 acres across western Nebraska, making it the largest wildfire in state history. State Sen. Paul Strommen toured the damage Saturday and says the scale of the fire is “extraordinarily large.”

March 16, 2026Updated: March 17, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

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Regional

Fireworks cause grass fire, according to Gordon Volunteer Fire Department

A grass fire on Saturday was caused by fireworks, according to the Gordon Volunteer Fire Department.

Gordon leather purse designer sells products all over the world

From a quiet studio in Nebraska’s Sandhills, Lacey Swayne is crafting leather handbags that are now carried by customers across the country — and around the world.

Mother of murder suspect appears in Sheridan County Court on drug charge

The mother of an Alliance woman accused of murder appeared in Sheridan County Court this week on a separate drug charge.

Murder suspect’s case moved from Sheridan to Box Butte County

The murder case against an Alliance woman accused of killing her ex-boyfriend and disposing of his body will now be prosecuted in Box Butte County.

State senator surveys historic Morrill Fire as blaze becomes fifth largest fire in U.S. history

Regional

Fireworks cause grass fire, according to Gordon Volunteer Fire Department

Gordon leather purse designer sells products all over the world

Mother of murder suspect appears in Sheridan County Court on drug charge

Murder suspect’s case moved from Sheridan to Box Butte County

State

Dempster cleanup misses out on second EPA Brownfields grant application

Thayer County man arrested after police pursuit

Omaha couple arrested in Gage County thefts

Fireworks cause grass fire, according to Gordon Volunteer Fire Department

Former Nebraska wrestler A.J. Ferrari arrested after high-speed chase

Two arrested after pursuits on Friday

Sports

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

Husker great runs team's volleyball clinic

A goal to spread soccer lands Omaha kids on the World Cup field

4-H nationals bring thousands to Grand Island

Oklahoma dominates UNC, wins first College World Series since 1994

Hundreds of hoopers compete at growing UNK basketball camp

Ag & Outdoor

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

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities