High winds cause outages, spark fires and prompt evacuations across region

Wind gusts over 70 mph, power outages across the Panhandle and a large wind-driven wildfire in Morgan County prompting evacuations. High Wind and Red Flag Warnings remain in effect.

February 17, 2026Updated: February 17, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

High winds cause outages, spark fires and prompt evacuations across region

Regional

Potter-Dix dominates Leyton

Nebraska woman embarks on 450-mile walking journey

Security First Bank Supports Sidney Red Raiders

New grant to bring healthier options to school concession stands in north-central Nebraska

Families attending school sporting events in north-central Nebraska could soon have more healthy food options to choose from, thanks to a new grant program.

State

Norfolk leaders discuss wastewater treatment problems at emergency meeting

South Carolina woman with ALS brings 50-state horseback journey to Kearney

O’Neill man faces child pornography charge in Cherry County, already charged with sexual assault in Antelope County

High winds cause outages, spark fires and prompt evacuations across region

Regional

Potter-Dix dominates Leyton

Nebraska woman embarks on 450-mile walking journey

Security First Bank Supports Sidney Red Raiders

New grant to bring healthier options to school concession stands in north-central Nebraska

State

Norfolk leaders discuss wastewater treatment problems at emergency meeting

South Carolina woman with ALS brings 50-state horseback journey to Kearney

O’Neill man faces child pornography charge in Cherry County, already charged with sexual assault in Antelope County

Criminal allegations linked to Auburn mayor recall

Nebraska woman embarks on 450-mile walking journey

Possible cell phone tower planned between Cody and Merriman

Sports

Potter-Dix dominates Leyton

Huskers not overlooking North Dakota, looking to finish non-conference play 3-0

Nebraska/Missouri suspended volleyball match rescheduled

Manaia Ogbechie Named Big Ten Player of the Week

Anthony Colandrea named Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week

2026 MUDECAS Volleyball Tournament: Broadcast Schedule, Results

Ag & Outdoor

Nebraska's congressional delegation critical of Trump plan to lower beef prices

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