Ashby Fire reaches 97% containment; cooler weather aids wildfire efforts

Ashby Fire now 97% contained as cooler, wetter weather moves in. Crews continue to monitor hotspots while fire danger remains in dry vegetation across Nebraska.

April 1, 2026Updated: April 1, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

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Regional

Pilger community raises thousands for local pool at 24th Annual Sweet Corn Feed

Mimosa Fest returns to Downtown Norfolk this Saturday

Norfolk City officials address resident complaints over unfinished road work

Macy man sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for 2020 sexual assault

State

Northeast Nebraska's Growing Together helps unite new teachers

Osborn talks statewide tour, policy priorities at Fairbury town hall

Alliance mother accused of helping daughter conceal murder sentenced on separate charge in Sheridan County

Ashby Fire reaches 97% containment; cooler weather aids wildfire efforts

Regional

Pilger community raises thousands for local pool at 24th Annual Sweet Corn Feed

Mimosa Fest returns to Downtown Norfolk this Saturday

Norfolk City officials address resident complaints over unfinished road work

Macy man sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for 2020 sexual assault

State

Northeast Nebraska's Growing Together helps unite new teachers

Osborn talks statewide tour, policy priorities at Fairbury town hall

Alliance mother accused of helping daughter conceal murder sentenced on separate charge in Sheridan County

New kind of flu shot is on the way as the FDA approves Moderna’s mRNA-based vaccine

Cattle sale raises money for Valentine’s planned event center

Commissioners to consider 2027 mountain lion season

Sports

Pender routs Malcolm for first Legion title

Kearney High School showcases new addition, the PAW

Baylor Scheierman Returns to Central Nebraska for Youth Basketball Camp

UNK football returns to practice ahead of new season

Late comeback ends Nebraska Siege's inaugural season

Three Huskers named to preseason All-Big Ten Team

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