Better access to mental health care

The United States is experiencing a mental health crisis, and Nebraska is no exception. In 2016, the University of Nebraska Medical Center announced that one in five Nebraskans had reported suffering from mental illness that year.

Getting back to work in a COVID era

Since the early days of our state when pioneering women and men plowed the prairies and cut grain by hand, Nebraska has been known for its industriousness. Our love of growing things and making things has helped our state power through even the most difficult times.

Susan:‘Moxie’ -- David had it, Goliath didn’t

Good morning! My trees and flowers are thinking about awakening. The leaves are just beginning to move a little and the damp flowers want to greet the sun, but not ready yet to open their tent doors covering their beauty. I hold a mug that my mom “stole” from a hotel in Texas.

A historical perspective, hope on COVID pandemic

A Chicago businessman made an informative speech on “America’s Conquest of Suffering and Disease” in the late 1930’s. Today we can be reminded of his speech and get some encouragement as our country struggles through the consequences of the pandemic.

Supporting our military and families

Each year, the Senate comes together to pass the National Defense Authorization Act, the bill that authorizes funding for our military for the year to come.

Securing key resources for our military

Because of social distancing measures we have undertaken, the world may seem like it is at a standstill. However, the forces aligned against America never rest. Thankfully neither does our military.

Molczyk shares passion for community history through film

Lawrence Molczyk is a man on a mission to document life’s moments -- big and small -- in the communities he calls home. This life-long passion began with a long-standing interest in all things promotion, musical and photography related, he noted.

The Catholic Corner

August 5, 2020 I think it’s important to remember that when the Apostles sat at the Last Supper, they would have realized that Jesus was going “off-script” from a usual Passover meal. He was doing something different, something new.

Welcome to August everyone

“And from the hot fields farthest edge, the crickets soft refrain, with mellow accents tells the tale, that August’s here again.” The weatherman has predicted a cool start to our month, and I’m sure we can all agree the last few days have been perfect weather wise.

School starting is a good thing

We’re counting down to the beginning of a new school year. People keep asking if we’re getting excited for school to start and, always, the answer is yes and no. The kids are excited to see their friends but nervous about how school will be with COVID health measures.