Senatorial Update with Deb Fischer: Intern Appreciation Day
This past Thursday was Intern Appreciation Day, a special opportunity to thank the young people who spend their time supporting my work in our Washington,… Login to continue reading Login…
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September Journey with Phyllis Buell: Hi! Ho! Come To The Fair!
It’s that time of the year again! No, not Christmas. It’s County Fair time! I still haven’t “outgrown” my love for fairs. And – I… Login to continue reading Login…
From Capitol Hill with Rep. Adrian Smith: Standing up for Second Amendment rights
Defending our constitutional rights is our fundamental duty and special privilege as Americans. The north entrance of Nebraska’s State Capitol Building is engraved with words… Login to continue reading Login…
Senatorial Update with Deb Fischer: Working for Firefighters and First Responders
Earlier this year, the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation honored 144 firefighters who passed away in 2021 and 2022. Four of those officers were from our… Login to continue reading Login…
September Journey with Phyllis Buell: RAIN – Blessing or Ruin?
Life is just a series of happenings or choices, isn’t it? Take rain for an example . . . Here in the “metropolis” of Elmwood,… Login to continue reading Login…
From Capitol Hill with Rep. Adrian SmithMilitary strength and readiness
As Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine continues, conflict within Russia has recently flared, and threats from rogue nations have escalated, this week House Republicans have… Login to continue reading Login…
Senatorial Update with Sen. Pete Ricketts: Pushing back on Putin
There’s an old adage that those who don’t learn from history are doomed to repeat its mistakes. Despite teaching history as early as kindergarten, we… Login to continue reading Login…
Senatorial Update with Deb Fischer: A Win for Rural Broadband
In this polarized age, the news often floods our minds with problems and criticisms. We rarely hear truly good news — news of cooperation and… Login to continue reading Login…
Senatorial Update with Sen. Pete Ricketts: Farm families need college to stay affordable
The deadline for Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) forms for the 2023-2024 academic year recently closed on June 30. FAFSA is the form… Login to continue reading Login…
September Journey with Phyllis Buell: Thoughts about a special holiday
For the most part, this Sunday afternoon has been quiet. The “quiet” part has been interrupted by a few loud, very loud booms followed by… Login to continue reading Login…