Minor Fire fully contained; Ashby Fire holds at 97% as conditions begin to dry

The Minor Fire is now 100% contained, while the Ashby Fire holds at 97%. Officials warn fire danger isn’t over as dry conditions return to western Nebraska.

April 2, 2026Updated: April 2, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Minor Fire fully contained; Ashby Fire holds at 97% as conditions begin to dry

Regional

The Foundry brings Trailblazers workforce event to Kearney

City to update downtown traffic signals

Ten Hastings-Area Students Selected as Sister City Ambassadors to Japan

Sexual assault charges dismissed against former Kearney YRTC staff member

Nebraska Farm Bureau highlights rising costs squeezing producers

UNL launches Nebraska Digital Agriculture Hub at Husker Harvest Days

State

Norfolk man arrested on strangulation, domestic assault charges

Minor Fire fully contained; Ashby Fire holds at 97% as conditions begin to dry

Regional

The Foundry brings Trailblazers workforce event to Kearney

City to update downtown traffic signals

Ten Hastings-Area Students Selected as Sister City Ambassadors to Japan

Sexual assault charges dismissed against former Kearney YRTC staff member

Nebraska Farm Bureau highlights rising costs squeezing producers

UNL launches Nebraska Digital Agriculture Hub at Husker Harvest Days

State

Norfolk man arrested on strangulation, domestic assault charges

The Foundry brings Trailblazers workforce event to Kearney

Nebraska State Patrol captain graduates from FBI National Academy

Several Nebraska health departments warn about rabid bats amid CDC alert

City of Valentine Nitrate Public Notice

Gage County gun conviction sends Superior man to prison

Sports

Holgorsen challenging Nyziah Hunter in practice

Big Red Roll: Reviewing the Bowling Green Rout & Previewing Week 3 Nebraska Football NOW

Shorthanded at middle blocker, top-ranked Huskers sweep Jays in I-80 rivalry

CBS College Basketball Analyst Jon Rothsten delivers on happy hour promise

Lady Raiders Sweep Home Triangular

Bluejays Bury Bravettes in a Sweep

Ag & Outdoor

Nebraska's congressional delegation critical of Trump plan to lower beef prices

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