Updated Jan 15, 2022 (0) Holt County Attorney Brent Kelly has sent the paper a letter to the public about TC formerly Transcanda Corporation. As many of you are aware, TC Energy (formerly TransCanada ... |
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Updated Feb 21, 2022 Like many Nebraskans, I enjoy hunting and fishing, and these activities have instilled in me an enduring love for the outdoors. There's no better way to take in the beauty of ... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 From the start of his term, President Donald Trump has voiced his support for investing in our nation's infrastructure. I think we should take him up on his offer. In April, h... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 There are two documents of paramount importance to American history: the Declaration of Independence, which forged our national identity, and the U.S. Constitution, which set ... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 LINCOLN — On the 30th anniversary of National Recovery Month in September, it's more important than ever to spread the message that treatment is effective and that people ca... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 Energy is essential in every American's life. We use energy to do just about everything — drive to work, heat our homes, cook meals and power our cell phones. As diverse as ... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 Many Nebraskans have heard of the Bronze Star Medal that is awarded to members of the military. But this week I want to highlight its history and the level of courage, charact... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 This week, I'm traveling to Washington, D.C. to celebrate the unveiling of a statue of Chief Standing Bear at the U.S. Capitol. The statue will be on display for years to come... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 Regulations. While the word is often used in a negative light, the process of setting regulations as established by the Administrative Procedures Act (APA), enacted in 1946, p... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 In 1636, a small militia regiment banded together to better defend colonists who arrived in North America. We know this as the founding of the first regiment of the National G... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 Trade missions open the door to Nebraska exports while bringing great jobs to our doorstep. Over the past few days, I led a trade mission to Vietnam where I met with Prime Min... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 LINCOLN — Survivors of the March 9 to April 14 floods and storms applying for assistance from Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) are advised to exercise caution with... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 Every year when Congress adjourns for an extended district work period during August, I continue to take the opportunity to travel the district, hold meetings and find out wha... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 To grow Nebraska, we must continue to develop new international partnerships and deepen our existing trade relationships. Trade missions allow leaders in our state to meet fac... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 Dear Editor, I have read the installments printed this week in the Norfolk Daily News regarding the proposal by Larry Wewel, also of O'Neill, to create a new national park on ... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 The start of the 2019-20 school year saw some changes to Chambers Public School regarding school safety and protocols used. These changes and upgrades are a result of the scho... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 When I was a sophomore in high school a new teacher and basketball coach was hired and began what would be a long career in my hometown. At first things seemed harmless enough... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 From newborns to college, you can help protect your children from 16 serious diseases by getting them vaccinated. Make sure your kids get any needed vaccines before the back-t... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 Back to school sales are on and parents are shopping for the crayons, calculators and other supplies their kids will need for the first day of classes. Before long school buse... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 Dear Editor, What a treat to have Mama Mia! brought to Holt County. I haven't had a lot of culture, however I have had the pleasure of seeing Mama Mia! on Broadway and it inst... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 LINCOLN – Temperatures in some parts of Nebraska spiked recently. Staying cool, keeping hydrated and moderating outdoor activities during hot weather can help Nebraskans dec... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 For two decades, Nebraska Community Foundation (NCF) and its network of over 250 Nebraska hometowns have been talking about and illuminating the abundance that exists right he... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 Nebraska's agriculture producers, our farmers and ranchers, are the backbone of our great state. They cultivate crops and raise livestock to feed people here in the U.S. and a... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 One of my top priorities is improving health care for rural Americans. Access to high quality, affordable and available heath care is increasingly lacking in many areas. Empow... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 Dear Editor, The local board of the Dolly Parton's Imagination Library would like to thank the community for all the support and interest that has been shown in the roll-out o... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 Home ownership increases family and community stability and is a key strategy to help low- and middle-income families build assets. In many regions, rural residents benefit fr... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 In the last 200 years, our world has transformed because of two major waves of innovation. The first began in the 18th century with the Industrial Revolution, which ushered in... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 With July upon us, we are now more than halfway through the first year of the 116th Congress. So far 2019 has been marked by partisan divides which have stood in the way of re... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 I say it all the time: Nebraska is the best place in the world to live, work, and raise a family. It's not just a slogan — it's my sincere conviction. And there's plenty of ... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 Over the years, sons and daughters of Nebraska have answered the call to serve. They are regular men and women from every background and every walk of life united by their des... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 As recent trends demonstrate, we must take border security seriously. In May, U.S. Customs and Border Protection stopped 144,000 people from illegally entering the U.S. – th... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 This March, Nebraska won its third consecutive Governor's Cup. Each year, Site Selection magazine awards the trophy to the state with the most economic development projects pe... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 Dear Editor, As most already know, the opiate epidemic has been worsening, each year claiming more lives than the last. What is less known by the general public is the problem... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 It is well known that agriculture is Nebraska's top industry and the backbone of our economy. Even through extreme weather and low commodity prices, our farmers and ranchers h... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 Federal revenue continued at near-record highs in 2018, at $3.33 trillion. Unfortunately this amount was not enough to cover the $4.2 trillion in spending last year, further e... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 For many years, I have been fighting to end the unnecessary ban on year-round sales of E-15. It's been a serious issue that has restricted our farmers and retailers and robbed... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 Editor's note: The following letter was submitted as an open letter to U.S. Sen. Ben Sasse. Dear Senator Sasse, We are writing you today to express our concerns regarding the ... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 COLUMBUS — Energy usage often sees a sharp increase during the hot summer months, and Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) wants to share a few tips to help you cool down y... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 You'll often hear me say that Nebraska is a pro-life state. I say this because Nebraska has a long, bipartisan tradition of working together to protect life through the years.... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 There is no place like Nebraska, and my family has been fortunate to call it home for six generations. The experience of living in a rural area is something not found anywhere... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 The floods of March 2019 were unprecedented in nature. Vast swaths of water and ice scouring the land and leveling everything in their path. Ice chunks the size of cars. Water... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 In 2018, Nebraska reached its all-time high in ethanol–blended fuel consumption. Since the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) was enacted in 2005, Nebraska has broken its record ... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 Last week senators wrapped up the first session of the 106th Nebraska Legislature. From property taxes to a new pro-life law, the Legislature did important work on a wide vari... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 The 106th Legislature first session has adjourned sine die. The Legislature passed some important bills and failed to agree on other critical issues. Of the 49 individual prio... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 Dear Editor, On May 1, at the Nebraska Capitol, a plan was presented to help remedy our runaway property tax issue. Senators and private citizens spoke about their concerns. T... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 Dear Readers, Recently our newspaper office has been receiving anonymous letters regarding a court case outside of our coverage area. Just so the public is made clear on the s... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 This past week started out being very productive. The Legislature passed the budget bills on final reading and sent them to the Governor. He has five days to decide whether to... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 Ninety-five days — that is the time between the last day of the 2018-19 school year and the first day of the 2019-20 school year. That sounds like a lot of time off, but in ... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 Several states across the country have allowed various forms of marijuana in defiance of federal law and at great risk to public health. This week the Nebraska Legislature wil... |
Updated Feb 22, 2022 The Legislature gave first-round approval this past week to a $9.3 billion biennial budget for fiscal year 2019-20 and 2020-21, which consisted of seven bills advanced to the ... |