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

Regional

After recent fires, Cherry County debates burn ban

After recent fires, Cherry County debates burn ban

Sterling Police Department adds two more officers

Sterling Police Department adds two more officers

Six fires burn an estimated 10,000 acres in Cherry County

Six fires burn an estimated 10,000 acres in Cherry County

Temporary bridge closures scheduled in Cherry County

Temporary bridge closures scheduled in Cherry County

Colorado woman sentenced for Child Abuse

Colorado woman sentenced for Child Abuse

Free tire recycling event this week in Springview

Free tire recycling event this week in Springview

State

Deadline approaching for Norfolk Freedom Point Memorial donations

After recent fires, Cherry County debates burn ban

Secretary of state highlights ballot machine testing in transparency tour

Over 100 rural areas in Nebraska seeking to obtain Opportunity Zone status

Kimball Library receives $10K grant for accessibility improvements

Fairbury hosting candidate forum Tuesday night

Sports

Lincoln East finishes under-par to win Beatrice Invitational

WNCC softball sweeps Trinidad on Friday

Haarberg Reflects on Time as a Husker, Hungry for NFL Opportunity

APRIL 24 (6:45 PM CT) - Columbus Fury vs Omaha Supernovas (NCN TV)

Mayor recognizes wrestling champion

Doane wrestler Cristelle Rodriguez captures NAIA and U.S. championships

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Spring shotgun turkey season opens

Outdoor notes: Bighorn sheep regular lottery applications begin April 20

Outdoor notes: NGPC offering pastures, hay tracts to those affected by wildfires

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