Western and other towns across Nebraska are putting proactive measures in place to quell the spread of COVID-19. Disruptions to school, work, and major public gatherings are already manifesting and it’s important to stay up to date on what’s happening in the Western, NE community.

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Nebraska COVID-19 Cases

Nebraska New Coronavirus Cases:
Nebraska Total Coronavirus Cases: 574,399
Nebraska New Coronavirus Deaths:
Nebraska Total Coronavirus Deaths: 5,063

U.S. New Coronavirus Cases: 1,648
U.S. Total Coronavirus Cases: 107,184,620
U.S. New Coronavirus Deaths: 8
U.S. Total Coronavirus Deaths: 1,166,662

Last updated June 10, 2023

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Coronavirus News for Western

Red flag warning issued for western and north central Nebraska amid continued dangerous fire conditions

The National Weather Service issued a Red Flag Warning for much of western and north centra Sunday, warning a combination of strong winds, low humidity and mild temperatures could lead to ra ... More info »

River Country - News Channel Nebraska - 03/23/2025 01:44am

Blowing dust, fire danger create hazardous conditions in western Nebraska

Blowing dust and critical fire weather conditions prompted warnings Saturday afternoon across parts of western Nebraska, according to the National Weather Service in North Platte. More info »

River Country - News Channel Nebraska - 03/22/2025 09:54am