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

Cancer survivors take the spotlight during inaugural Grace on the Runway fundraiser in Kearney

CCC Approves $14 Million Residence Hall for Grand Island Campus

Central City welding camp doubles in size as more students explore skilled trades

Man Dies Following Alleged Assault in Grand Island

Sodbusters Host Bambinos at Duncan Field

Hastings Pediatric Clinic Relocates to Mary Lanning Campus

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

Regional

Cancer survivors take the spotlight during inaugural Grace on the Runway fundraiser in Kearney

CCC Approves $14 Million Residence Hall for Grand Island Campus

Central City welding camp doubles in size as more students explore skilled trades

Man Dies Following Alleged Assault in Grand Island

Sodbusters Host Bambinos at Duncan Field

Hastings Pediatric Clinic Relocates to Mary Lanning Campus

State

Monolith seeks to build data center in Hallam, application to be submitted by mid-July

Troopers Conduct Local Truck Inspections in Madison County

Man cited after seizure of dozens of animals at West Omaha home

Union Omaha to host FC Juárez U-21 in first international exhibition match

Cancer survivors take the spotlight during inaugural Grace on the Runway fundraiser in Kearney

Dan Osborn seeks to replace Ricketts in Congress

Sports

State Little League tournaments in Kearney sets participation record

Nebraska Select soccer team earns trip to national tournament

Auburn Boys Basketball Head Coach Jim Weeks named NHSACA Coach of the Year

Wild Horse Golf Club unveils renovated clubhouse, new short course

Longtime high school coach enters national hall of fame

Kearney hosts Nebraska Lions All-Star Golf Tournament, honoring state's top senior golfers

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