Morrill Fire reaches 18% containment as crews make progress amid ongoing fire danger

The Morrill Fire is now 18% contained at more than 572,000 acres. Crews made progress on containment lines Monday, but strong winds and Red Flag conditions continue to challenge firefighting efforts.

March 17, 2026Updated: March 17, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Morrill Fire reaches 18% containment as crews make progress amid ongoing fire danger

Nebraska Open celebrates 35 years, surpasses $2.1M raised for student scholarships

Local roots keep Norfolk orthopedic surgeons serving their community

Madison man's child sexual assault conviction upheld

Nance County SWAT standoff ends safely, Genoa man faces felony charges

Mimosa Fest returns to Downtown Norfolk this Saturday

Nebraska basketball announces Grand Island exhibition against Kansas State

State

New Valentine mural celebrates community, history and culture

Morrill Fire reaches 18% containment as crews make progress amid ongoing fire danger

Nebraska Open celebrates 35 years, surpasses $2.1M raised for student scholarships

Local roots keep Norfolk orthopedic surgeons serving their community

Madison man's child sexual assault conviction upheld

Nance County SWAT standoff ends safely, Genoa man faces felony charges

Mimosa Fest returns to Downtown Norfolk this Saturday

Nebraska basketball announces Grand Island exhibition against Kansas State

State

New Valentine mural celebrates community, history and culture

T-Mobile representatives present $5K check to Kimball High School

Jefferson County, NSP investigation logs drug arrest

Emergency crews respond to house fire in Oakdale

Valentine ceremony honors those lost on 9/11

Remembering those who confronted danger, 25 years ago

Sports

15th-ranked Minnesota-Duluth edges Wayne State

Sidney shuts out Gering, improves to 3-0

Hartington-Newcastle withstands 28-point deficit, weather delay for improbable win

Boone Buzzsaw Keeps Rolling

Huskers excited for first Memorial Stadium night game of the season

Doane Football Coach Conversations: Dakota Wesleyan recap, Morningside preview

Ag & Outdoor

Nebraska's congressional delegation critical of Trump plan to lower beef prices

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

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