Officials address flare-ups, ash reports within Morrill Fire perimeter amid Red Flag conditions

Crews are responding to flare-ups inside the Morrill Fire perimeter, but officials say much of what people are seeing is ash, not new fire growth. Authorities ask the public to only call 911 for immediate threats.

March 17, 2026Updated: March 17, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Officials address flare-ups, ash reports within Morrill Fire perimeter amid Red Flag conditions

Regional

Improperly discarded e-scooter sparks fire at SWANN facility in Chadron

A fire at a Solid Waste Agency of Northwest Nebraska (SWANN) facility in Chadron on Friday was caused by an improperly disposed electric scooter, according to the agency.

Southeast Nebraska first responders again assist Western Nebraska tackle wildfires

First responders from across Southeast Nebraska have responded to four serious wildfires in other parts of the state so far this year, the latest of which broke out near Crawford earlier this month

James Lucero sworn in as Kimball Chief of Police

Storm damages communications tower in Cherry County

A powerful storm late last month damaged a communications tower in Cherry County.

Officials address flare-ups, ash reports within Morrill Fire perimeter amid Red Flag conditions

Regional

Improperly discarded e-scooter sparks fire at SWANN facility in Chadron

Southeast Nebraska first responders again assist Western Nebraska tackle wildfires

James Lucero sworn in as Kimball Chief of Police

Storm damages communications tower in Cherry County

State

Criminal charges filed prior to NC police standoff

Old Settlers Picnic, Western's annual summer tradition, lives on thanks to community dedication

Old Timers Regatta keeps sailing tradition alive at Lewis and Clark Lake

Home break-in turns to NC manhunt

Three-act stage keeps downtown Sidney entertained

Scottsbluff authorities investigating stabbing incident

Sports

Bobcat basketball misses 2026 tournament goal

State Little League tournaments in Kearney sets participation record

Nebraska Select soccer team earns trip to national tournament

Auburn Boys Basketball Head Coach Jim Weeks named NHSACA Coach of the Year

Wild Horse Golf Club unveils renovated clubhouse, new short course

Longtime high school coach enters national hall of fame

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