Lightning strike destroys tree at Norfolk cemetery

Video from Fischer Tree Central shows wood and debris scattered across gravestones at Prospect Hill Cemetery

August 14, 2026Updated: August 14, 2026

By Eric McKay

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Regional

After off-season full of unique experiences, Husker Volleyball ready for 2026 campaign

20-year-old mother identified as woman killed in South Omaha crash

$200,000 bond set in psilocybin case

Macy man sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for 2020 sexual assault

Crete public, Nebraska police pay final respects to Crete police chief Gary Young

Nebraska Sen. Margo Juarez shares cancer diagnosis

State

Milling Operations to Begin on Norfolk Avenue August 17

Knox County wins ruling in wind farm lawsuit

Lightning strike destroys tree at Norfolk cemetery

Nebraska Trooper injured assisting with accident

Norfolk Family of Funds' Pitch Session highlight local nonprofits

Sports

'I love Marsh': New Huskers defensive coordinator Rob Aurich reunites with Andrew Marshall

Huskers open the season No. 1 in AVCA Preseason Poll

'High Expectations': Coach Bent excited for return to Beatrice

Orangemen Baseball names former Husker Andy Bent new head coach

Pender routs Malcolm for first Legion title

Ag & Outdoor

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

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April