High property taxes are easy to describe, harder to solve

That time of year is nearing – the time when you have to pay the second half of your property taxes, due by the end of July.It’s a big check, and I write two of them, one for my house and one for the small farm that’s still in the family.No one likes to write these checks, and we don’t need a state...

Back to the Good Life

When I am not fighting for Nebraskans in Washington, I am back home meeting with constituents across Nebraska’s Third District. From Kimball to Auburn, Valentine to Superior, and everywhere in between, the conversations I have with Nebraskans help shape my work in Congress.

Presentation matters

Some people say there is no wrong way to wrap a present. I disagree.Sure, the gift itself is what matters most, but presentation counts for something too. A well-wrapped gift builds anticipation.

Year-round E15 represents a victory for Nebraska

Nebraska is an agricultural state, and we should never take that for granted. Agriculture is not just one part of our economy.

Reader: Ballpark looks great

I would like to take this opportunity to give credit to a couple local guys that have gone above and beyond in making one part of Fullerton better.Headed by Don King, with Randy Cox assisting along the way, the improvements made at the Fullerton ballparks are sure commendable.

‘Grumpy’ ticket holder decries big money in college sports

For nearly 30 years, I’ve been a season ticket holder for Nebraska volleyball matches.I also used to cover the sport.

Celebrating America’s 250th birthday

Two hundred and fifty years ago, on July 4, 1776, our nation’s founding fathers gathered to proclaim their independence from Great Britain.

Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness

As we celebrate Independence Day, our nation stands on the doorstep of an extraordinary milestone.

Our exceptional nation at 250

Christianity deeply influenced the drafting of the Declaration of Independence in 1776, serving as the foundational bedrock for its political philosophy.

Fireworks, family and fun

I am a big fan of passing on traditions to my children.Growing up, we would go over to my grandparents’house to celebrate the Fourth of July.