Containment grows on Morrill Fire as crews battle interior hotspots amid ongoing fire danger

Containment on the Morrill Fire has jumped to 67% as crews battle interior hotspots. The fire remains Nebraska’s largest ever at over 643,000 acres, with extreme fire danger continuing across the region.

March 19, 2026Updated: March 19, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Containment grows on Morrill Fire as crews battle interior hotspots amid ongoing fire danger

Fatal house fire reported north of Fremont

Independent Candidate Austin Ahlman rejects 'Spoiler' label in Norfolk town hall

Dan Osborn submits signatures to qualify for Nebraska Senate ballot

Water emergency declared in Genoa after main break

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Columbus native inducted as Army noncommissioned officer

State

Valentine considers program to reduce feral cat population

Containment grows on Morrill Fire as crews battle interior hotspots amid ongoing fire danger

Fatal house fire reported north of Fremont

Independent Candidate Austin Ahlman rejects 'Spoiler' label in Norfolk town hall

Dan Osborn submits signatures to qualify for Nebraska Senate ballot

Water emergency declared in Genoa after main break

Family mourns father who drowned at Fremont State Lakes

Columbus native inducted as Army noncommissioned officer

State

Valentine considers program to reduce feral cat population

Kimball Trap Team headed to Nationals next month

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Sports

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Milford volleyball star Shayla Rautenberg commits to Nebraska

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Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

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