Gering residents were notified of discolored water due to a main break. Severe weather is forecasted, including storms. Cattle farmers should monitor for a tick-borne parasite.
Thursday May 28 2026 – Scanner News
Wednesday May 27 2026 – Scanner News
The Ash Pole Fire in Dawes County is now 100% contained after burning 1,026 acres. Road work on Highway 20 begins June 8, with lane restrictions expected.
Tuesday May 26 2026 – Scanner News
Highway and local routes saw the highest danger with 7 deaths on non-interstate highways, 4 on local roads, and 0 on I-80. One motorcyclist was among those killed. Data compiled through mid-May shows that Nebraska fatalities in January through April 2026 reached 65 total deaths across 58 fatal crashes.
Monday May 25 2026 – Scanner News
In Scottsbluff, a potentially deadly situation was luckily avoided on Saturday, just after noon on Avenue I when a shotgun was accidentally discharged by a dog. Dispatch reports a possible BB gun injury to a woman near the 2001 Avenue I address, that's the Scotts Bluff shortstop gas station.
Wednesday May 20 2026 – Scanner News
National EMS Week honors EMS professionals. The Village of Lyman hosts pet vaccinations June 4. Vacation Bible School schedules are available, and a rattlesnake sighting occurred.
Tuesday May 19 2026 – Scanner News
A freeze warning expired this morning, with temperatures expected to rise to 59 degrees. Road construction starts May 27th on I-80. Take care with increasing snake activity.
Monday May 18 2026 – Scanner News
Severe weather, including storms and a tornado causing home damage, coincided with unusual temperature swings. A 17-year-old girl is reported missing in Hitchcock County.
Friday May 15 2026 – Scanner News
Three structure fires happened in the last 24-48 hours. In Alliance, a 24-year-old male suffered third-degree burns, while two other homes were a total loss to fire.
Thursday May 14 2026 – Scanner News
Pedestrian vs Car, Lake Alice Fire Destroys Home, Multiple Wildfires Break Out and more on today's Scanner News.