With the exception of being a state trooper, the toughest job in state government in my estimation is working as a corrections officer in a state prison.You’re dealing with a population of men and women who, for the most part, are adept at manipulation and have some history in assaultive behavior.
Nearly a quarter century has passed since the attacks of September 11th, 2001. That day’s tragic events, the heroic acts of so many Americans, and the extraordinary shows of patriotism and national unity which followed are forever etched in our national memory.
While I was voting in Washington this week, my staff had the privilege of attending Husker Harvest Days in Grand Island — an annual event that, for more than 40 years, has been a centerpiece for Nebraska agriculture.
Every ten years the boundary lines for our three congressional districts are redrawn based on the U.S. Census. The same is true for our 49 legislative districts, the State School Board, Board of Regents and the domains of many other elected officials.
Agriculture producers have faced serious economic challenges in recent years. Despite rising productivity, farmers face high input costs and falling commodity prices, straining their margins.
How do you build a winning program? Can you do that only during the season?There is a group in the community who asked the Fullerton School Board for more access to the gym and weight room so they can lift and improve their game outside of schoolorganized sessions.
Over the years, I covered more than one effort by the Nebraska Legislature to redraw the boundaries of districts for state legislators and U.S. congressional representatives, among others, due to shifts in the state’s population.
I’ve been honored to receive various awards during my time in the U.S. Senate, but one of the most meaningful is the American Farm Bureau Federation’s Golden Plow Award.