Too warm, too early. How this heat wave is affecting drought levels and farmers in Nebraska

The warmth in the air is causing come concerns for the Drought Monitor as the precipitation is not falling.

February 17, 2026Updated: February 17, 2026
By Sara McKenna

Regional

Meet the aircraft, crews on standby in Ainsworth following Sandhills fires

Meet the aircraft, crews on standby in Ainsworth following Sandhills fires

Gordon man sentenced for sexually assaulting children

Gordon man sentenced for sexually assaulting children

Indiana woman faces felony drug charge in Cherry County

Indiana woman faces felony drug charge in Cherry County

Chadron State College sculpture dedication set for Friday

Chadron State College sculpture dedication set for Friday