A Nebraska county just banned new data centers for up to a year. More could follow.

The move comes as cities and states across the country weigh similar moratoriums amid concerns about water and electricity

May 22, 2026Updated: May 22, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

A Nebraska county just banned new data centers for up to a year. More could follow.

Fatal house fire reported north of Fremont

Fatal house fire reported north of Fremont

Independent Candidate Austin Ahlman rejects 'Spoiler' label in Norfolk town hall

Independent Candidate Austin Ahlman rejects 'Spoiler' label in Norfolk town hall

Dan Osborn submits signatures to qualify for Nebraska Senate ballot

Dan Osborn submits signatures to qualify for Nebraska Senate ballot

Water emergency declared in Genoa after main break

Water emergency declared in Genoa after main break

Family mourns father who drowned at Fremont State Lakes

Family mourns father who drowned at Fremont State Lakes

Columbus native inducted as Army noncommissioned officer

Columbus native inducted as Army noncommissioned officer

State

Valentine eatery to reopen later this month

Fatal house fire reported north of Fremont

NRD reports watershed success after heavy rains

State of Nebraska approves emergency declarations for nine counties affected by May's severe storms

Comedian Matt Walsh to perform at Great American Comedy Festival in Norfolk

South Fork Fire near Crawford 55% contained; crews establish line around entire perimeter

Sports

Milford volleyball star Shayla Rautenberg commits to Nebraska

WNCC names Shayane Poirot has women’s basketball coach

Red stifles White for All-Star Classic win

UNK extends women's basketball coach Drew Johnson through 2029

Gary Sánchez hits first homer since April 14, Brewers complete sweep of Rockies with 12-4 win

Brewers score 8 late runs, stun Rockies 9-7 in wild 10-inning victory

Ag & Outdoor

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

Outdoor notes: Campers invited to take state park survey