Fire near Halsey burns nearly 36,000 acres, remains 0% contained

Officials said Monday that despite snow on the ground, heat remains in the duff layer, and crews have observed creeping fire behavior within the fire’s perimeter.

March 16, 2026Updated: March 17, 2026
By Casey Wonnenberg

Regional

Children’s author and illustrator shares creative journey at UNK

Children’s author and illustrator shares creative journey at UNK

Hastings School Board Announce Superintendent Transition Plan

Hastings School Board Accepts Superintendent Resignation

From UNK to DFW: Kellen Skarka oversees operations at one of world’s largest airports

From UNK to DFW: Kellen Skarka oversees operations at one of world’s largest airports

Buffalo County to host America 250 celebration on July 4

Buffalo County to host America 250 celebration on July 4

Former Nebraska coach convicted of two felony sex crimes in Merrick County

Former Nebraska coach convicted of two felony sex crimes in Merrick County

Royal Engineered Composites breaks ground on $5M expansion in Minden

Royal Engineered Composites breaks ground on $5M expansion in Minden