Western Nebraska wildfires fully contained as command set to return to local departments

All major western Nebraska wildfires are now fully contained, with command shifting back to local departments Sunday. Fire danger remains high heading into the weekend.

April 3, 2026Updated: April 3, 2026
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$31,000 in Library Improvement Grants awarded to Nebraska public libraries

The Nebraska Library Commission recently awarded Library Improvement Grants for 2026 totaling $31,000 to sixteen Nebraska public libraries.

“Plane Theft” Turns Heads at Valentine Air Show

What may have looked like a plane theft at the Cherry County Fair’s Air Show and Fly-In was actually part of the act.

Low water hinders access at northwest Nebraska lakes 

Low water levels from drought and irrigation are limiting access to lakes in northwestern Nebraska. 

Juvenile arrested after overnight burglary spree in Rushville

According to the Sheridan County Sheriff’s Office, the city swimming pool, golf course and Pump & Pantry were all broken into early Friday, with several items reported stolen.