Thanksgiving and gratitude

Have you ever given to someone something of value and not received a “thank you” or even an acknowledgment of the gift? How did you feel about that?

We have plenty of work to do

While we have successfully enacted major legislation this year to protect our borders, cut taxes for families, and restore faith in government this year, opportunities abound for further progress to improve the lives of Nebraska families.

Strengthening paths to safety: Supporting domestic violence survivors

When someone escapes domestic violence, their journey to healing has only just begun.As physicians, you are often the first professionals to recognize signs of abuse and can play a pivotal role in connecting survivors to lifesaving resources.

Memory is a funny thing

Sometimes I am amazed at how my mind works.I remember the most random things — random occurrences, random scenarios from my childhood.Last week my mind hit a brick wall.I was getting ready for Thanksgiving travel and looking up directions to my parents’ new house.

Reopening the government and delivering for Nebraska

After weeks of debate in Washington, the House and Senate finally came together to pass a bipartisan funding package that reopens the federal government. President Trump signed it into law Wednesday night, marking the end of the longest shutdown in American history.

State climate report says it’s getting hotter

As I sit down to write this column, my tomatoes have finally met with a hard freeze and the cannas we plant in the local park are giving up their red-topped glory.It was one, long fall in my section of southeast Nebraska, with lots of warm days and only recently, a couple of cold snaps.

Is it time to dump the filibuster?

The filibuster became part of the Nebraska Legislature’s procedures in 1937, when the one-house Unicameral first convened.

Honoring those who served — and delivering for them

On Tuesday, November 11, 2025, our nation paused to honor the great Americans who have answered the call to serve in the U.S. military — and to recognize their patriotism, service, and sacrifice on behalf of our country.

It’s easier to tell the truth

My wife and I are not strict parents. Sure, we might have more rules than some families, but all the rules make sense and come from a foundation of love.Keep your room clean. Do your chores. Work hard when you are doing your schoolwork. Don’t fight with your siblings.

A resignation, an appointment, and a campaign suspended

There’s a game of musical chairs going on at the State Capitol, and who gets a chair is in question.Last week, former State Sen. Tom Briese of Albion announced his resignation as State Treasurer.