Meet the aircraft, crews on standby in Ainsworth following Sandhills fires

After a series of wildfires across the Sandhills, aerial firefighting resources are now positioned in Ainsworth, allowing crews to respond quickly if new fires break out.

April 15, 2026Updated: April 15, 2026
By Casey Wonnenberg

Regional

Valentine weighs next steps after wellness center funding denial

Valentine weighs next steps after wellness center funding denial

Nitrate concerns, PFAS prompt Valentine to take closer look at water system

Nitrate concerns, PFAS prompt Valentine to take closer look at water system

Valentine City Council moves forward with preliminary site planning of new housing development

Valentine City Council moves forward with preliminary site planning of new housing development

‘It’s America. Let the people have ducks.’ Valentine City Council signals support for allowing ducks

‘It’s America. Let the people have ducks.’ Valentine City Council signals support for allowing ducks

Sign up today for May 23 Niobrara cleanup & celebration

Sign up today for May 23 Niobrara cleanup & celebration

New sculptures arrive in downtown Valentine for Sculpture Walk Across Nebraska

New sculptures arrive in downtown Valentine for Sculpture Walk Across Nebraska