From the editor: Better here than there

Why would anyone wish to bury themselves—figuratively—in the wilds of western Nebraska?

People residing in more sophisticated climes toss around names like Canali, Rocky Patel and Astin Martin. They speak of commuting times and cocktails at happy hour. They attach the same importance to area codes we do to the coveted 39 or 21 license plates.

In urban areas they debate such options as Punjabi, Neapolitan or New American for dinner. We savor Bud Light and toss verbal accusations over the choice of Ford over Chevy to haul us there.

So why relish life out here? Well, let me offer up an answer.

Dr...