Wildfire near Ashby destroys homes; neighbor’s late-night warning helps families escape

A couple of families near Ashby are now without homes after a fast-moving wildfire tore through the area overnight last week.

April 1, 2026Updated: April 1, 2026
By Casey Wonnenberg

Regional

Fans brave cold for Huskers in Chadron

Fans brave cold for Huskers in Chadron

Andrews Fire near Valentine fully contained at 570 acres

Andrews Fire near Valentine fully contained at 570 acres

Quick response keeps wildfire near Gordon under an acre

Quick response keeps wildfire near Gordon under an acre

Crookston woman sentenced to 20–30 years in foster child’s death

Crookston woman sentenced to 20–30 years in foster child’s death