Storms rip through Oklahoma as even more intense weather is possible Friday across the central US

Severe storms are sweeping across the central U.S., and forecasters warn tornadoes could turn dangerous across several states

March 6, 2026Updated: March 6, 2026

By KATHY McCORMACK and JEFF MARTIN

Regional

Spring Expo returns to Sidney with big prizes, family fun and regional turnout

Spring Expo returns to Sidney with big prizes, family fun and regional turnout

Early morning power fluctuations linked to tripped relay

Early morning power fluctuations linked to tripped relay

PlantNebraska launches disaster recovery fund for replanting after wildfires

PlantNebraska launches disaster recovery fund for replanting after wildfires

Sen. Storer talks brand bills in weekly column

Sen. Storer talks brand bills in weekly column

Wildfire near Ashby destroys homes; neighbor’s late-night warning helps families escape

Wildfire near Ashby destroys homes; neighbor’s late-night warning helps families escape

Wheat Belt Public Power District announces decision to withdraw from Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association

Wheat Belt Public Power District announces decision to withdraw from Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association

State

Gage County sends data center review to planning and zoning commission

Spring Expo returns to Sidney with big prizes, family fun and regional turnout

Nebraska passes budget bills with work still needed to fill projected deficit

Early morning power fluctuations linked to tripped relay

Ashby Fire reaches 97% containment; cooler weather aids wildfire efforts

PlantNebraska launches disaster recovery fund for replanting after wildfires

Sports

WNCC’s Lashley ready to lead her Anguilla national team in CONCACAF qualifier

Eagles Sweep 5000 Meters at Central Nebraska Challenge

Johnston hits a 2-run homer as the Rockies rout the Blue Jays 14-5 for their 1st win of the season

Cougar notes: WNCC softball plays tough against No. 25 McCook despite falling

Sidney boys, Ogallala girls headline strong showings at Ganser Invite

WNCC baseball splits with Trinidad on Saturday, Wilson breaks school record

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Work to begin soon on Smith Lake WMA Aquatic Habitat Project

Outdoor notes: Game and Parks urges caution when recreating outdoors due to wildfires

Outdoor notes: Temporary closure of Clear Creek WMA for safety

‘Worst-case scenario’: Fertilizer, fuel cost spikes hitting Nebraska farmers hard

Outdoor notes: Haag shares 100 years of Nebraskaland

Supplementing dryland wheat and irrigated corn with proso millet in drought years