86 Nebraska counties facing drought approved for USDA emergency loan assistance

July 30, 2026Updated: July 30, 2026

By Nebraska Examiner

86 Nebraska counties facing drought approved for USDA emergency loan assistance

U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins speaks with officials who had been fighting Nebraska wildfires in March 2026. (Courtesy of USDA, via Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins’ X post)

Regional

The American Red Cross urges Nebraskans to donate amid national blood crisis

Madison County authorities investigate road sign vandalism, theft

30 Years After Graduation, Erik Wilson Takes Over as Norfolk Public Schools Superintendent

Protect College Sports Act delayed in Senate, NU President Gold calls bill 'necessary'

State

Thunderstorm Warning for Kimball County until 9:45 p.m.

Kimball announces water tower and supply maintenance

86 Nebraska counties facing drought approved for USDA emergency loan assistance

Regional

The American Red Cross urges Nebraskans to donate amid national blood crisis

Madison County authorities investigate road sign vandalism, theft

30 Years After Graduation, Erik Wilson Takes Over as Norfolk Public Schools Superintendent

Protect College Sports Act delayed in Senate, NU President Gold calls bill 'necessary'

State

Thunderstorm Warning for Kimball County until 9:45 p.m.

Kimball announces water tower and supply maintenance

Tornado Warning issued for Kimball County

Police responding to emergency situation in North Omaha

Cherry County to get Flock cameras, but at this time Valentine will not

University of Nebraska asks for $166M increase in tax dollars in 2027-29 budget

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

Kearney High School showcases new addition, the PAW

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

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities