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

Live music and local flavor return to downtown Norfolk

Live music and local flavor return to downtown Norfolk

Rarely contested Knox County Sheriff position draws three candidates

Rarely contested Knox County Sheriff position draws three candidates

Norfolk High athletes mentor 400 local youth at Kiwanis Track Meet

Norfolk High athletes mentor 400 local youth at Kiwanis Track Meet

Nebraska business owner urges lawmakers to suspend gas tax following Georgia’s lead

Nebraska business owner urges lawmakers to suspend gas tax following Georgia’s lead