March 12, 2026, is a day that will not soon be forgotten by those of us that call the sandhills of western Nebraska home.
Editorials
Tested by Crisis, Defined by Resilience
Over the past week, smoke has filled the skies across central and western Nebraska as wildfires have torn through more than 826,000 acres—destroying homes,
District 47 Legislative Update
As we are all devastatingly aware, Western Nebraska is dealing with the largest wildfire in state history as the Morrill Fire continues to burn
Staying Nebraska Strong
Over the last several days, we have been reminded how quickly life can change. Across Nebraska, wildfires are tearing through more than 800,000 acres
Mood Music
Local Sunday morning radio, playing songs of inspiration. It Is No Secret. Suddenly, I’m back in a small-town church, singing that song with a
What the Heart Wants (is Exercise)
By Kelly Evans Hullinger, MD FACP Cardiovascular disease remains the most common cause of death in the US as well as a very common
Big Yes, But No Easy Solutions At New Orleans Summit
Flying has been my favorite mode of long-distance travel since I can remember. Last month, for the first time in 16 years, I flew
Stop Congressional Inside Trading
Nebraskans deserve elected officials who will put their communities’ interests ahead of their own personal interest. Every American deserves this. Insider trading is illegal,
“Old Age, Only 10 Years Away”
By Dr. Becca Jordre Every year I ask my students, “How old is old?” The answers vary, but the most honest response I’ve ever
Planting The Seed
Remember your first pizza party? Mine was while in the “lower room” (kindergarten to fourth grade) at country school. It may have been because









