By Jamie Bright Rural Prosperity Nebraska Extension Educator A recent survey conducted by the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Bureau of Sociological Research highlights the prevalence
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Gov. Pillen Vetoes Bill Allowing Convicted Drug Offenders Access to SNAP
Governor Jim Pillen issued an immediate veto of LB319, which would expand access to taxpayer-funded food stamps for felon drug dealers. The bill was
Gov. Pillen Announces Chief Bryan Waugh to Lead Nebraska State Patrol
Governor Jim Pillen announced his appointment of Chief Bryan Waugh as the next superintendent for the Nebraska State Patrol. He will assume his duties
Nebraska Attorney General’s Office Issues Consumer Alert Regarding Cryptocurrency Scams
Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers is issuing a consumer alert to the public following a surge in reports of romance scams and cryptocurrency-based investment
Smith Encourages Third District Students to Apply for Youth Advisory Council
Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) is currently accepting applications for the 2025-2026 Third District Youth Advisory Council and encourages high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors
Get Hooked on Crappies this Spring
By Daryl Bauer There is no doubt the fish species that can send the largest number of anglers to the banks during the spring
Fischer Introduces Legislation to Strengthen U.S. Telecommunications Against Foreign Adversaries
U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), a member of the Senate Commerce Committee, introduced the Foreign Adversary Communications Transparency (FACT) Act. The legislation would require
Gov. Pillen Announces Resignation of DHHS Director Menefee of Public Health
Governor Jim Pillen announced the resignation of Charity Menefee, director of the Division of Public Health in the Department of Health and Human Services
Gov. Pillen Signs Letter to USDA Requesting Removal of Soda, Energy Drinks from SNAP Purchases
Governor Jim Pillen signed a letter of intent to Secretary Brooke Rollins of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), notifying her of Nebraska’s intent
Gov. Pillen Announces New Nebraska Rural Veterinarian Grant Program
Governor Jim Pillen announced a new program through the Nebraska Department of Labor (DOL) aimed at attracting and retaining production animal veterinarians in rural