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The logo for the Broadway musical “1776” features an eaglet inside a broken egg shell, biting down on a flagpole. The small flag atop the pole shows its colors: red and white stripes, and a blue field in the upper left corner. Across the bottom portion of the egg appears a larger English flag. The musical begins with John Adams alone in the Pennsylvania State House’s belfry, four floors up, leaning on a massive bell. A messenger approaches and informs him that he must return to the hall. He ra...
Hello, my name is Kelsey Hauge. I am a mother of three who lives in Sidney, Neb. I created the Women’s Rights March that was held in downtown Sidney on July 3rd. I made this decision after the Supreme Court ruled to overturn Roe V. Wade. There are women and children all across our country who will die because of this ruling. There are circumstances when abortion is deemed medically necessary, but with the bans in place throughout the states women will not have that option. They can be denied e...
There was recently a momentous victory for life when the U.S. Supreme Court overturned the 1973 Roe v. Wade decision on June 24, 2022. This marked an amazing day for our nation and a huge victory for the pro-life movement. In a 6-3 ruling on Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, the Court upheld a Mississippi state law that prohibits abortions after 15 weeks of gestation except in certain cases. The court also affirmed that there is no constitutional right to abortion. Both c...
First, let us glory in the God Who gave us Old Glory, the stars and stripes. Her grandeur has endured through the most trying times our nation has ever faced; One nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all is still her standard. Battered and tattered, she flew over Ft. McHenry, Gettysburg, the Alamo, Pearl Harbor, Korea, Vietnam, Afghanistan and, of course, 9-11. Military flag-folding ceremonies espouse Godly principles, and honor the original intent of our Founders who...
I’ve been looking at this page for what seems like hours and no words are magically appearing. Oddly enough it reminds me of some quotes attributed to different know cycling racers. Example: It doesn’t matter if you ride slow or fast, a long distance or short, just ride.” I’ve heard, and experienced, that some writing requires priming the pump. Write even when its unrelated; just write and soon the creative juices will flow and you will get to what you want to say. Writing is a discipl...
Baseball is America’s pastime. There’s nothing quite like enjoying a hot dog in the stands, hearing the sound of a home run, or watching your favorite player beat the tag at home. Every year in June, Nebraskans look forward to the sights, sounds, and thrills of this beloved game when Omaha hosts the College World Series. The inaugural Men’s College World Series took place in 1947 in Kalamazoo, Michigan. It wasn’t until 1950 that the tournament took place at Rosenblatt Stadium in Omaha. From 19...
Mental health. Those two words can be scary. Mental health. It is something that once was a taboo subject to talk about. Now, it is one that is more prominent and discussed on a daily basis. Hi, my name is Rikki. As a front desk agent, artist, and daughter, I struggle with mental illness on a daily basis. A diagnosis was received in August of 2021. Complex PTSD and DID (dissociative identity disorder) are the two that I deal with on a regular basis. Complex PTSD is the core PTSD along with...
Americans are experiencing pain at the pump and sticker shock at the store. Prices continue to soar. This out-of-control inflation is corrosive to the financial health of America’s families. The failed policies of the Biden-Harris Administration are directly responsible for this runaway inflation. It’s time the President takes action to bring it under control. Here in Nebraska, we’ve shown how to achieve sustained growth — even in the face of floods, fires, and a global pandemic. We’re t...
I always enjoy visiting with Nebraskans and seeing the exciting developments happening across our state. As part of a recent state work period, I had the chance to spend the day in Hastings and participate in a series of business tours. In this week’s column, I’d like to tell you a little bit about what I saw that day. My first stop in Hastings was with Small Town Famous, a “modern” general store and screen-printing shop with great staff. Many of their fun products and custom apparel celebra...
“Jesus is Lord of lords (priests) and King of kings and those who are with Him are called, chosen and faithful.” Revelation 17:14. “They went out and preached everywhere, the Lord working with them. confirming the Word through accompanying signs.” Mark 16:20. Our ‘sonship’ as children of Abba Father, joint heirs with Jesus in fellowship with Holy Spirit is vital to worldly success. Mark 14:36 Personal effort puts our hands in God’s. To do His Will causes our faith to please Him and His favor gra...
The Fed recently OK’d a .75 percentage point increase, the biggest increase since 1994, according to the New York Post. There were also rate hikes in March and May of this year. The reasoning behind it is to try and prevent inflation. Meanwhile others are concerned the move could result in a recession. Electric vehicles are being promoted like there is no choice... before a universal charging method is established, or acknowledgement of where the electricity is generated. Shelves of baby formula...
The Native American tribes had pet names for George Armstrong Custer. The Crow called him Child of the Morning Star, the Cheyenne labeled him Yellow Hair, but the Lakota Sioux referred to him as Long Hair, even though a barber had cut off his curly blond locks, days before his Last Stand. A major general when the Civil War ended, but a Lieutenant Colonel during the Indian Wars in the Dakota’s and Montana, Custer harbored more lofty ambitions than only serving in the U. S. Army. At least that i...
A double standard occurs whenever a set of moral principles applies to one group of people, but not to another. Today it is easy to find examples of how conservative Republicans are held to higher standards than liberal Democrats. So, today I thought I would document for you some recent examples of these kinds of double standards all of which occurred in the news last week. In March a California jury convicted Nebraska Congressman, Jeff Fortenberry, of lying to federal agents and concealing the...
Life is full of uncertainties. There are few things I can count on as anchors in the storm. Many of the people and things I thought I could rely on turned out to be false hopes. So what do I count on for my sense of security? If I’ve learned anything in my life to date it is this: I can count on my God and Dorothy, my wife. Before we moved to Sidney, she and I owned and operated The Town & Country Shopper in Albion, NE. Circumstances beyond our control drove us into bankruptcy. Those we thought...
Week 23 In the world of baseball, when the pitcher has trouble striking out batters, the Coach calls to the Bull Pen for another. Likewise, God calls His church (Ekklesia), where His intensely discipled, trained and seasoned warriors stand ready, in agreement. “The Helper, Holy Spirit, will teach you all things and bring to your remembrance things I said to you,” Jesus assures His Disciples. John 14:26. The word ‘Helper’ here, is ‘paraclete’, defined as one who comes alongside to assist. Jes...
It seems like only a few days ago news channels were announcing the then latest school shooting. It also sticks in my mind when Columbine High School was the target. I recall scenes like these and think of the quote: “We have found the enemy, and he is us.” The phrase is actually a parody of a quote from the War of 1812: “We have met the enemy and they are ours.” Sadly, the parody makes as much sense as the true statement. We have met the enemy, and too often we are looking in a mirror, not thro...
June 14th is flag day. Flag Day is a day to honor the American flag. It is a time to proudly fly the Stars and Stripes, to recall our American heritage, to honor our values of liberty and justice for all, and to celebrate the republic of the United States for which it stands. Many American soldiers have risked their lives and even died to protect that star spangled piece of cloth that we recognize as the American flag. For example, during the days of the American Civil War color sergeants were...
Mental illness is a national public health issue that affects Nebraska as well. During my time as Governor, we’ve made mental health a priority and have rolled out several programs to identify mental illness and get Nebraska’s students, veterans, and others the care they need. As a result of these efforts, U.S. News and World Report now ranks Nebraska as having the fourth-best mental health in the nation. However, we still have plenty of room for improvement. As we work to prevent mental ill...
Your cell phone number is tied to countless aspects of your daily life. If you are like me, you have had the same number for a decade or more. Your family and friends all know how to reach you at that number. If you change it, you could lose contact with dozens of loved ones and many other people who need to contact you for crucial needs – like your bank, healthcare provider, employer, or your children’s school. Would you panic if you had to change your number all of a sudden? This is a dil...
How about that new 2023 license plate design? Some like it; most don’t. After Nebraska’s First Lady, Susanne Shore, revealed the new license plate design at a press conference with Gov. Ricketts last Tuesday, the responses that followed on social media were mostly negative. I share that opinion. The new design does not represent folks in Nebraska. Instead of choosing a design which reflects the geography, culture, history, or natural beauty of the whole state, Gov. Pete Ricketts decided to go...
“All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine (teaching), reproof (testing truth), for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete; thoroughly equipped for every good work.” II Timothy 3:16 God, The Spirit, created Man a speaking spirit just like Himself, to look like Him, think like Him, act like Him. Genesis 1:28 and 2:7. He fearfully (reverently) and wonderfully made a body for Man (Psalm 139) giving him a choice and a voi...
It started on a perfect night, well, actually morning. When you work something of a swing shift, day and night are a little more subjective, and offers a little daylight to do things I like instead of following a tight routine. Sixteen years ago today, the morning started as it ought, mostly, and ended in a way I couldn’t have described. The day went from an argument with my daughter to eight hours among inmates and a chapter that was difficult to accept. My 18-year-old daughter was in an a...
Steve Jobs gave the commencement address at Stanford University on June 14, 2005. In it, he told three stories. The first was how he dropped out of Reed College, in Portland, Oregon. The second was how a manager fired him from the company that he and Steve Wozniak had started in a garage. The third story was about his pending death, due to a pancreatic cancer diagnosis a year before. Then, after he finished the three stories, he said, “When I was young, there was an amazing publication called “T...
Dear College Graduates, Congratulations! You did it! You persevered through a once-in-a-century pandemic to earn your degree. Your disciplined study and hard work have paid off. You’ve put yourself in a great position to move toward your dreams. It’s an exciting moment. As you consider your next step, I encourage you to put down roots in the Good Life. We want you here in Nebraska. Our state has a lot to offer: great-paying jobs, family-friendly communities, and an unparalleled quality of life....
Thursday evening, the lights were turned on at Sidney High School's Performing Arts Center. There wasn't a concert or performance of any other kind. This was a night when a sensitive subject could be addressed head-on. It isn't an easy topic. It is one many of us are guilty of dismissing as someone else's problem. It wasn't a forum with a list of one-size-fits-all answers. It was a deliberate discussion of a very sensitive subject: suicide. Suicide is a malady that doesn't have a single diagnosis, and therefore doesn't have a single-answer cure...
