The Morrill Fire is now 98% contained after burning more than 642,000 acres. Crews report minimal fire activity and continue patrolling for hotspots as cooler weather helps conditions.
By News Channel Nebraska
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.
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
A powerful storm late last month damaged a communications tower in Cherry County.