State News

Firefighters from Belgrade have been battling the fires in western Nebraska. Photo provided

Belgrade firefighters deploy to battle blaze

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Several members of the Belgrade Volunteer Fire Department (BVFD) have been deployed to assist with the Brady Wildfire, joining other regional firefighters working to contain the fastmoving blaze.

Dale Quick (left) was presented with an Admiralship in the Nebraska Navy by State Senator Loren Lippincott. Photo provided

Dale Quick named Nebraska Admiral

Ncj Staff Report

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Ninety-year-old Dale Quick, a longtime farmer near Hordville became Nebraska’s latestAdmiral in the Nebraska Navy! Dale Quick attended country school before graduating from Hordville High School in 1952.Eighteen months later Dale volunteered for the U.S. Army.

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Nebraska Corn Board and Nebraska Soybean Board to partner for grain bin rescue equipment and training in 2026

Ncj Staff Report

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

LINCOLN — The Nebraska Corn Board (NCB) and Nebraska Soybean Board (NSB) are partnering once again to encourage grain bin safety by donating two grain rescue tubes and training sessions to fire and rescue departments in Nebraska.

Open houses scheduled for nitrate management

Ncj Staff Report

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

The Lower Loup NRD is hosting a series of Nitrate Management Information Open House events.Two meetings are scheduled for later this month. The first is Monday, March 23 in St. Edward from 4-7 p.m. at the community building, located at 206 N. 5th St.

Troopers respond to dozens of incidents during Sunday’s storm

News Staff

Monday, March 16, 2026

LINCOLN — Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol responded to over 40 weather related incidents during Sunday’s winter storm.As blizzard-like conditions affected Nebraska, troopers remained busy across the state.

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Gov. Pillen tours wildfires, provides update on operations

News Staff

Monday, March 16, 2026

KEITH COUNTY — Today, Governor Jim Pillen provided an update on operations following an aerial tour of wildfires burning across Nebraska. He was joined in the briefing at the Keith County Fairgrounds by U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts and U.S. Representative Adrian Smith. Lt.

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Don’t push your luck on St. Patrick’s Day festivities

News Staff

Monday, March 16, 2026

LINCOLN — Safe driving isn’t a matter of luck. Make your plans now for a sober driver if you’re celebrating St. Patrick’s Day. Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol (NSP) will be on patrol for impaired driving Friday through Tuesday as part of a nationwide enforcement effort around St.

Gov. Pillen declares emergency, mobilizes guard as wildfires burn in central and western Nebraska

News Staff

Friday, March 13, 2026

LINCOLN — Today Governor Jim Pillen issued an emergency proclamation to unlock state resources and support the response to multiple wildfires in central and western Nebraska that have burned hundreds of thousands of acres of land across multiple counties and resulted in evacuations in nearby...

Make sure you stay in game & get screened for colon cancer

Ncj Staff Report

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

LINCOLN — During the month of March, the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services encourages Nebraska residents age 45 and older to get screened for colon cancer. Both men and women over the age of 45 are at increased risk, and regular preventive health screenings save lives.

Loup Power District renews memberships

Ncj Staff Report

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

COLUMBUS — Loup Power District renewed its membership in Community Clubs and Chambers of Commerce in towns throughout its service area.Checks totaling $34,736 were presented to communities in Boone, Colfax, Nance, Platte, and Madison counties.