Before Nebraska was called the “Cornhuskers”, we were known as “The Tree Planters.” It seems ironic, given our state is characterized by its expansive
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Remembering Pope Francis
“He (Pope Francis) is very close to us,” said Father Gabriel Romanelli. “All the time he called us throughout this war – this horrible
District 47 Legislative Update
Last week, I walked through the technical aspects of the budget process and highlighted key dates to keep in mind. This week, I want
National Parks-Our Best Idea
“National parks are the best idea we ever had. Absolutely American, absolutely democratic, they reflect us at our best rather than our worst. .
Reflections for the Week of April 14
Airport: • Submitted an appropriations request application to Senator Fischer’s for FY2026. • Nebraska Department of Transportation – Aeronautics Division staff were at the
Healthy Homes for Strong Communities
The Easter holiday is a special time of year to celebrate and spend precious time with family. As the spring brings signs of new
If You Teach A Boy (Or Girl) To Volunteer …
“Give a man a fish,” the saying goes, “and you feed him for a day; show him how to catch fish, and you feed
What’s the Hurry?
My mom used to say, of ads on television. “They show so many images, so fast, I can’t tell what they are even advertising.”
Dark Memories from 50 Years Ago
As 1975 began, so did the second semester of my sophomore year at Raymond Central High School. The school curriculum for sophomores required taking
District 47 Legislative Update
On April 29, Day 70 of the legislative session, the state budget will be introduced and deliberated by members of the Legislature, marking the