State lifts burn order, but local fire officials urge continued caution amid dry conditions

The state order is lifted, but local fire departments say conditions are still dangerous. Many areas in western Nebraska will not issue burn permits.

April 2, 2026Updated: April 2, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

State lifts burn order, but local fire officials urge continued caution amid dry conditions

Regional

Former Kearney YRTC employee pleads not guilty in sexual abuse case

Former Kearney YRTC employee pleads not guilty in sexual abuse case

Broadway Academy Sets the Stage for Central Nebraska Performers

Broadway Academy Sets the Stage for Central Nebraska Performers

North Platte Man Charged in Adams County Child Enticement Case

North Platte Man Charged in Adams County Child Enticement Case

Hastings Celebrities Ham It Up at Adams County Fair Pig Show

Hastings Celebrities Ham It Up at Adams County Fair Pig Show

Perkins County Canal could move one step closer under Senate legislation

Perkins County Canal could move one step closer under Senate legislation

DHHS names new leader for Nebraska youth facilities amid ongoing Kearney YRTC investigations

DHHS names new leader for Nebraska youth facilities amid ongoing Kearney YRTC investigations

State

New lights, electrical system in the queue for Quinn Field, home of Fairbury baseball

Alliance man arrested following vehicle vs. bicycle crash

Historic Pershing Mural restoration reaches milestone in Lincoln

Local 'True Fiction' auction passes away

City, NRD pursue new study in ongoing attempt to solve Battle Creek’s flooding

Regional economy index sees significant drop

Sports

Bobcat basketball misses 2026 tournament goal

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

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