Response to ‘classified’ letter

Dear Editor:This is my shortest letter to the editor ever (I’ll use LTTE in the future) is specifically addressed towards a recent LTTE by Leslie Johansen, titled “Classified or not classified”.

Disappointed in handling of Nazi flag incident

Dear Editor:As a former elementary school teacher who has a passion for American history and taught it when I had 5th graders, I have a great concern for what happened at the Aurora High School last week.

‘Lights & Sirens’

Hamilton County is tipping its hat this week to the brave men and women who answer the call when emergencies strike.

Remembering a humble giant, Keith Heuermann

Hamilton County lost a good one last week — a man who helped redefine what it means to give back, sharing his time, talent, and treasure with a place he truly loved.Keith Heuermann was one of a kind. What struck me most was his humility.

Nebraska needs a movement to stop pornography

Dear Editor:Last week in my letter to the editor I touched on the mental health crisis. I found some stats to share. Nebraska ranks 7th in the US per capita for the crime of rape. Yes, here in nice conservative Nebraska, who doesn’t lift a finger to swat a fly!

Classified or not classified

Dear Editor:I normally don’t publicly express my thoughts on controversial matters but with what has been happening in Washington D.C. lately, I feel a need to say something. Fifty-three years ago, I served in the United States Army stationed in Germany.

Financial crisis

The recent audit report presented to the Aurora City Council paints a troubling financial picture — one that demands immediate and decisive action.

SpongeBob a surprise hit

Energetic fun. That’s how I would describe Aurora High School’s production of The SpongeBob Musical last week, a feel-good experience that surprised me and likely a whole lot of spectators who weren’t quite sure what to expect from a Nickelodeon production.

ADC helping track NE bills related to business

As we move through February and into March each year, it is important to revisit the fact that the Nebraska Legislature is in session and touch base on how decisions made at the state level impact businesses at the local level.

Without God we are a lost society

Dear Editor:I may not be able to debate the issue Mr. Willem brought up about chaplains (LB549-FYI, does NOT displace counselors) from a technical perspective, but I want to share from my heart.  Back in 1963, 22 words were removed from the public school in America.