City of Kearney invites public to Fire Station No. 3 groundbreaking
Central Nebraska Today by City of Kearney KEARNEY — The City of Kearney invites community members to attend the groundbreaking ceremony for the new Fire Station #3 on Monday, April 6, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. The event will take place...
Semi-Truck Fire on I-80
KEARNEY, Neb. — Around five acres were burned after a semi caught fire on Interstate 80 near the Minden interchange during the afternoon hours of Tuesday, Nov. 12.
Early morning fire at Kearney Taco John’s
KEARNEY, Neb. — The Nebraska State Fire Marshal is investigating after a fire at a Kearney restaurant early Wednesday morning. According to the Kearney Volunteer Fire Department, around 1:45 a.m. Wednesday, a Kearney Police officer was called to Taco John’s, 419 E. 25th St., after dispatch received a security alarm.
City of Kearney issues burn ban
Kearney, Neb. — Due to dry conditions Kearney Volunteer Fire Department (KVFD) Fire Chief Aaron Jameson is issuing a burning ban until measurable moisture is received. There is always a statewide open burning ban on all bonfires, outdoor rubbish fires…
City council approves new members of the KVFD
KEARNEY — In a brief meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 24, the Kearney city council approved and welcomed the new members of the Kearney Volunteer Fire Department. The following members had been submitted by KVFD…
Kearney firefighters to high-five elementary students for Fire Prevention Month
KEARNEY — In recognition of Fire Prevention Month, the Kearney Volunteer Fire Department is bringing smiles and safety awareness to Kearney Public Schools. Firefighters will be visiting local elementary schools to greet students with High Fives as part of a special initiative to promote fire safety awareness.
Kearney firefighters hold pinning ceremony for new officers at city council meeting
KEARNEY — A pinning ceremony was held for the newly elected officers of the Kearney Volunteer Fire Department during the Kearney city council meeting on Tuesday, July 23. The Kearney Volunteer Fire Department is a unique organization in the fact that it is comprised of three different separate entities that operate together for the benefit of the citizens in our fire district.