Lightning suspected cause of two new fires in Nebraska sandhills

Two Sandhills wildfires have grown to more than 49,000 acres with no containment. Officials say dry lightning likely sparked the Ashby and Minor fires.

March 26, 2026Updated: March 26, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

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Regional

WNCC to pay off all existing debt in proposed 2026-2027 budget

Mike Namuth celebrates one last time with the Cheyenne County Community Center

After 28 years of programs, projects and growth at the Cheyenne County Community Center, Mike Namuth says the people he worked alongside will be what he remembers most.

Potter-Dix dominates Leyton

Nebraska woman embarks on 450-mile walking journey

State

Norfolk Oktoberfest returns Sept. 18-19 for 14th year

Norfolk Area Childcare Collaborative nears opening date after raising $1.3 million

Norfolk man arrested on strangulation, domestic assault charges

Lightning suspected cause of two new fires in Nebraska sandhills

Regional

WNCC to pay off all existing debt in proposed 2026-2027 budget

Mike Namuth celebrates one last time with the Cheyenne County Community Center

Potter-Dix dominates Leyton

Nebraska woman embarks on 450-mile walking journey

State

Norfolk Oktoberfest returns Sept. 18-19 for 14th year

Norfolk Area Childcare Collaborative nears opening date after raising $1.3 million

Norfolk man arrested on strangulation, domestic assault charges

The Foundry brings Trailblazers workforce event to Kearney

Nebraska State Patrol captain graduates from FBI National Academy

Several Nebraska health departments warn about rabid bats amid CDC alert

Sports

Holgorsen challenging Nyziah Hunter in practice

Big Red Roll: Reviewing the Bowling Green Rout & Previewing Week 3 Nebraska Football NOW

Shorthanded at middle blocker, top-ranked Huskers sweep Jays in I-80 rivalry

CBS College Basketball Analyst Jon Rothsten delivers on happy hour promise

Lady Raiders Sweep Home Triangular

Bluejays Bury Bravettes in a Sweep

Ag & Outdoor

Nebraska's congressional delegation critical of Trump plan to lower beef prices

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