Drought monitor shows improvement, still work to be done

Video shows maps from the U.S. Drought Monitor depicting drought conditions across Nebraska from March 15-May 3.

May 5, 2022Updated: May 6, 2022

By News Channel Nebraska

Drought monitor shows improvement, still work to be done

Ol' Red's Last Call for Summer concert returns to Jefferson County for year two with two major acts

After a successful debut last August, the Last Call for Summer concert returns to the Jefferson County Speedway this Saturday, featuring a true country headliner twinbill.

Aurich impact already being felt by Husker defense

John Wagner recognized as August 2026 Jefferson County Veteran of the Month

John Wagner is the Jefferson County Veteran of the Month for August 2026.

7 Brew coming to Beatrice this fall.

State

Faith Health receives national recognition for stroke care

1 hr 28 mins ago

Overnight storms cause widespread power outages across south-central South Dakota

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Valentine man arrested after report of man carrying possible handgun

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Sidney Night of Hope Cancer Walk 2026 this weekend

13 hrs 31 mins ago

Broken Bow takes steps to address Flock Cameras, future Data Centers

16 hrs 11 mins ago

Fort Robinson Aquatic Center reduces hours

16 hrs 52 mins ago

Sports

Huskers open the season No. 1 in AVCA Preseason Poll

August 10th 2026, 6:26 PM UTC

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

August 7th 2026, 11:04 PM UTC

Orangemen Baseball names former Husker Andy Bent new head coach

August 7th 2026, 12:44 PM UTC

Pender routs Malcolm for first Legion title

August 7th 2026, 2:15 AM UTC

Kearney High School showcases new addition, the PAW

August 5th 2026, 3:55 PM UTC

Baylor Scheierman Returns to Central Nebraska for Youth Basketball Camp

August 5th 2026, 12:42 PM UTC

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

June 20th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

June 13th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

June 6th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

May 30th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April

May 29th 2026, 5:17 PM UTC

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities

May 28th 2026, 7:44 PM UTC