Lately I’ve been reminded of a blockbuster movie from my youth. It contains a scene that even those who never saw the film are likely to recognize. A sleeping family is jolted awake, and from the foot of the bed the young daughter sings “they’re here!”
To the Editor, The “Winner Take All” (WTA) issue is getting a lot of attention as Nebraska’s legislative session opens. I know this would be… Login to continue reading Login…
Right now, at this very moment I am trying to tell myself it isn’t too cold to go out and start my car. The problem is my “practical” self knows I’m not telling the truth.
On November 5, 2024, the American people cast their votes in a pivotal presidential election. A sitting vice president and a former president faced one another in a hotly contested race. Through the early hours of the morning of November 6, our votes were counted. And that morning, the voice of the American people was heard. Donald Trump was projected the winner of the 2024 presidential election.
The first session of the 109th Legislature kicked off on Wednesday, January 8th. The initial day of the long, 90-day session involved the election of the Speaker of the Legislature and Standing Committee Chairs. I had the honor of walking onto the floor of the Norris Chamber, to be sworn in as State Senator for Legislative District 1. On Friday, I learned that I will be serving on the Banking, Commerce, and Insurance and Judiciary Committees. Despite having been engaged with the legislative process for 40+ years, it is an immense responsibility to represent your interests on the “other side of the glass”.
“2025 – Not 2024” I tell myself as I am writing a check – But my brain is so wired that I still write 2024!
Recently I was working with my son’s scout troop to help them achieve the personal fitness merit badge. This merit badge has many requirements including discussions about healthy habits, diet, and exercise. The scouts keep track of their exercise over a 12 week period and log everything they eat over a few days as well. One of the discussions covers the seven warning signs of cancer.
Resolutions by Joe Heller Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Jill Kruse, DOPrairie Doc Perspective As we start the New Year, many people are making resolutions and setting goals for the next 12 months. One… Login to continue reading Login…