USDA offers disaster assistance to Nebraska producers impacted by wildfires

USDA is offering disaster assistance to Nebraska farmers and ranchers impacted by recent wildfires, with emergency program sign-up now open to help recovery efforts.

March 25, 2026Updated: March 25, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

USDA offers disaster assistance to Nebraska producers impacted by wildfires

$76 million project aims to expand and enhance Norfolk wastewater treatment plant

Norfolk formally adds odor control deadline to Actus Nutrition’s permit

Overnight fire destroys Schuyler funeral home

Flood, Backemeyer talk Iran, fuel prices and trade in 1st District debate

Man reaches plea agreement to avoid death penalty in 2023 Fort Calhoun killing

Pilger children to remain in state custody until next hearing

USDA offers disaster assistance to Nebraska producers impacted by wildfires

$76 million project aims to expand and enhance Norfolk wastewater treatment plant

Norfolk formally adds odor control deadline to Actus Nutrition’s permit

Overnight fire destroys Schuyler funeral home

Flood, Backemeyer talk Iran, fuel prices and trade in 1st District debate

Man reaches plea agreement to avoid death penalty in 2023 Fort Calhoun killing

Pilger children to remain in state custody until next hearing

State

Volunteers Help Preserve Niobrara River on National Public Lands Day

Kimball family hosts Second Annual Lawn Mower Races in honor of Gary Bowron

Rural Nebraska lawmakers call on Osborn to respond to leaked audio comments

$76 million project aims to expand and enhance Norfolk wastewater treatment plant

Douglas County sheriff referred cases to ICE and floated deal with agency amid national crackdown

Czech President Pavel's trip to Nebraska concludes with joint presser alongside Pillen

Sports

Sidney Edges Chadron 7-6 in Defensive Battle

Leigh Rolls Past Clarkson in Rough Rivalry Reunion

Class C2 #2 Cedar Catholic dominates rival Norfolk Catholic

Lady Raiders Fall at No. 3 Gering

Doane Football Coach Conversations: Morningside recap, Waldorf preview

No. 1 Nebraska sweeps Mizzou in rescheduled Wrigley match

Ag & Outdoor

Pillen issues executive orders pausing diesel tax, increasing grain and livestock hauling weight limits

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

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer