Command transition underway as Ashby, Minor Fires show progress; Cottonwood, Morrill fully contained

Ashby and Minor fires are now partially contained as crews make progress. Cottonwood and Morrill are fully contained, but fire danger remains high across Nebraska.

March 28, 2026Updated: March 28, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Command transition underway as Ashby, Minor Fires show progress; Cottonwood, Morrill fully contained

Regional

Husker and Bluejay, Jacobsen and Traudt put in-state rivalry on hold for the next generation

Creighton Boys Golf makes history with second consecutive Class D State Title

NCN EXCLUSIVE: Humphrey native, SDSU Jackrabbit Jacob Sjuts

CO2 Pipeline discussion packs Boone County meeting

State

Pierce opens new splash pad as part of a community project

Lincoln man arrested after toddler hospitalized with brain bleed, severe injuries

Kimball teen to compete on Nebraska State National Junior High Rodeo Team

Command transition underway as Ashby, Minor Fires show progress; Cottonwood, Morrill fully contained

Regional

Husker and Bluejay, Jacobsen and Traudt put in-state rivalry on hold for the next generation

Creighton Boys Golf makes history with second consecutive Class D State Title

NCN EXCLUSIVE: Humphrey native, SDSU Jackrabbit Jacob Sjuts

CO2 Pipeline discussion packs Boone County meeting

State

Pierce opens new splash pad as part of a community project

Lincoln man arrested after toddler hospitalized with brain bleed, severe injuries

Kimball teen to compete on Nebraska State National Junior High Rodeo Team

Chadron State College announces spring honors lists

Fire near Smith Falls State Park

Wakefield veteran honors fallen marine through bar

Sports

Willy Adames hits grand slam and Giants get 25 hits in 19-6 win over Rockies at Coors Field

Bayne Fans 12 as Sidney Seniors Defeat Chadron

Bynes Named RMAC Outdoor Field Athlete of the Year

Panhandle Storm teams sweep Holyoke

Sidney Vipers roll past Grant; Sidney Stealers rally for win

State golf roundup: Sidney finishes 10th at Class B state golf tournament

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities

Outdoor notes: Campers invited to take state park survey

Feed supplies tighten for Nebraska producers as drought persists

Outdoor notes: Invasive Species Awareness Week is May 24-30