Several years ago I was sitting at church fellowship with a friend who was about 25 years older than I was. I’ll call her
Editorials
Teeing Up Winning Policy
Recent discussions I have had with President Trump and my congressional colleagues highlight both the significant challenges and the opportunity we will soon have
Sharing Writing Talents: Jack Hoffman’s Story
My daughter’s husband, Jason Shaneyfelt of Omaha, wrote the following article for Through These Gates, a fan-run site for Nebraska sports. I want to
Retired Ranchers Embrace Unintended Departure from the Grid
Alliance awaits a solar farm to diversify the community’s electric power resources though even when built and operational local residents will remain “on the
Are You Okay?
Have you gotten the message? You aren’t good enough the way you are but if you will join this group, buy this product, or
2025
I have permission to share this New Year message. My friend, Joyceann, and I share a connection through ancestors who were neighbors in the
The Seven Warning Signs of Cancer
By Andrew Ellsworth MD Recently I was working with my son’s scout troop to help them achieve the personal fitness merit badge. This merit
A Letter from the Rainbow Bridge
No sports memories to share today. Nothing about the Cornhuskers, the KC Chiefs, Broncos, Bulldogs or Bobcats. Just a letter to share from the
Reflections for the Week of Jan. 10, 2025
Police: Traveled to Rapid City to drop off our three new to us (i.e. used) vehicles for equipment outfitting. Commenced work on
Supporting The Paper
What is a newspaper? It’s a window to the happenings within the community. From school board and city council meetings, high school sports and








