Rep. Adrian Smith highlights wildfire devastation, resilience of Nebraskans in House remarks

Rep. Adrian Smith says more than 826,000 acres have burned in Nebraska’s wildfire crisis, calling the devastation “staggering” while highlighting the resilience of Nebraskans and ongoing recovery needs.

March 18, 2026Updated: March 18, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Rep. Adrian Smith highlights wildfire devastation, resilience of Nebraskans in House remarks

Regional

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

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.

Rep. Adrian Smith highlights wildfire devastation, resilience of Nebraskans in House remarks

Regional

Volunteers step up as the Log Road Fire continues burning near Crawford

Alliance woman arrested in connection with her baby’s death

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

Bicyclist traveling across the nation rides through Nebraska

State

Chip sealing in Sidney to begin July 13

Thousands turn out for Norfolk's July 4 Odd Fellows Parade

Natural fireworks kick off holiday weekend

Tornado Warning issued for Valentine

Severe Thunderstorm Watch in effect

Nebraska City fire crews battle blaze at abandoned home

Sports

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

Kearney hosts Nebraska Lions All-Star Golf Tournament, honoring state's top senior golfers

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

Husker great runs team's volleyball clinic

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