The Prairie Club narrowly escapes wildfire damage near Valentine

A fast-moving wildfire that tore through parts of the Nebraska Sandhills came dangerously close to The Prairie Club and nearby homes Thursday, forcing evacuations and leaving residents fearing the worst.

March 20, 2026Updated: March 20, 2026
By Casey Wonnenberg

Regional

City of Chappell launches new Reverse 911 Emergency Notification System

City of Chappell launches new Reverse 911 Emergency Notification System

'Swatting' identified at Scottsbluff elementary school

'Swatting' identified at Scottsbluff elementary school

Cruisin’ Night returns to downtown Sidney June 5 with new car show addition

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U.S. Solicitor General recommends special master examine compact prompting Nebraska-Colorado water dispute

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Tornadoes, landspouts and hail reported as severe storms sweep across High Plains

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Eggs, milk, lifesaving skills: CPR training pops up outside Valentine grocery store

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