What community means to us

The remarkable character of the people of the Third District was unmistakable as I traveled around Nebraska during August.

A storied Nebraska tradition

It’s August. You might notice the crispness in the air or the slight yellowing of the leaves or maybe even the wafting fragrance of roasting meat. Sounds of bustling crowds and the excitement of children surround you. It’s once again time for the Nebraska State Fair.

Vice President Harris can’t have it both ways

Well, the Democratic National Convention is in the rearview mirror. Chicago is still standing, though I think some of the protesters are still there.Vice President Kamala Harris is officially the nominee, though I do not know where she stands on many of the issues that are affecting our nation.

Pillen plan watered down, but still did away with need to ask for a tax break

State lawmakers have long since finished their long, 17day special session in Lincoln and headed back home.

The Prairie Doc

Lung cancer is the second most common cancer (not counting skin cancer) in both men and women, only behind prostate in men and breast in women. Although it is the second most common, it remains the leading cause of cancer death in America.

Forget football . . . budget season is upon us

I have a confession to make. I actually read the public notices that are published in newspapers.I know what you are probably thinking. Why in the world would someone read public notices in a newspaper?Because I can. But the thing is, you can too. And you should.

A hidden national security problem

In late 2021, a hidden national security problem was finally unveiled. The Fufeng Group, a Chinese agribusiness, bought up 300 acres of farmland in east North Dakota. But it wasn’t just any farmland. The purchase was located in Grand Forks, right around the corner from Grand Forks Air Force Base.

A fine line to walk on taxes

We are now about three weeks into the special legislative session called by Gov. Jim Pillen to find measures to lower local property taxes in Nebraska. So far we have had a great number of “solutions” thrown our way.

Pick of Nebraska native as vice presidential candidate revs up interest in vote here

Nebraska isn’t known as a battleground state when it comes to presidential elections.That tag usually goes to Wisconsin, Pennsylvania and Michigan, along with Georgia, Nevada and Arizona.But the recent pick of Nebraska native and Minnesota Gov.

Aphids feeding on variety of plants

Aphids are small insects who feed on plant sap from leaf undersides. They are about oneeighth inch long, pear-shaped, soft bodied, and green, yellow, orange or gray. Although a common insect, there has been an increase in aphid calls this year, especially on cucumbers.