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Editorial

When the Congressman Comes To Call:

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Good Friday morning Hubby inquired, “What are you doing next Thursday?”

The tone of the question clued me in that something requiring my presence was about to occur and I gently reminded him that was the day of our church women’s group salad luncheon fundraiser. “Why?” I asked.

“Oh, Farm Bureau called this morning and they were needing a place for Congressman Smith to visit to observe planting and visit about ag issues. We’re supposed to invite some of the neighbors and they’ll bring lunch.”

Supper vs. Dinner Reveals Regional Mealtime Name Divide:

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On the heels of December’s scoop vs. shovel discussion, Daughter No. Two discovered yet another regional divide when it comes to discussing mealtime names in Washington, D.C. For the past

The Recovery Process

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As Nebraskans recover from the historic storms, I have worked with my colleagues and the Administration to ensure our state has the proper federal resources available so hard-working, dedicated Nebraskans

Affordable Healthcare

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Prescription drugs are vitally important to all Americans – every one of us included. Advances in science and technology have opened the doors to treat or cure thousands of diseases

Garden Fever Somewhat Abated:

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While April snowstorms are not uncommon, they are a down right nuisance for avid gardeners. This year after an unusually hard, wet winter I am especially anxious to get out

We Need A Budget

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Frustration struck yet again this week as the House Budget Committee failed to pass a statutorily-mandated budget resolution outlining their plan to spend the people’s money over the next year. Instead, it advanced a measure which would raise discretionary spending caps illustrating my colleagues across the aisle are not only unwilling to face the reality of runaway spending in Washington, but have also given themselves a blank slate on the matter.

APRIL FOOL’S LIE IN 1885

Readers of the Omaha Daily Bee on April 2, 1885, must have been astounded to learn of the sighting of a gigantic serpent in the Missouri River near Omaha. The Bee’s improbable tale included a frightening description of the creature, supposedly spotted the previous day: “Close inspection (with spy glass) disclosed the fact that it was about fifty feet in length, with a skin very black and covered with scales, each about two feet in superficial area, of an ellipsoidal form, and with a color, which may be described as a light cerulean.

Getting Ready For Some Hot Chicks:

It is almost hot chick time at Batie Hof – baby chickens that is. Those familiar with the spring ritual know that in the week before our baby chicks arrive, I am busy cleaning and sanitizing the brooder house.

Then it’s time to gather the brooder lamps, brooder, bedding, baby chick feed, feeders and waterers so that the building is all warm and cozy when the newcomers arrive at the post office.

Increasing Trade For Prosperity

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This week I was at the White House for a meeting with President Trump, members of his cabinet, and a group of my House colleagues about USMCA, the trade agreement

Recover, Rebuild & Renew

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Make no mistake, times are tough in Nebraska. The character of our state has been tested and I’m proud to say my fellow Nebraskans have distinguished themselves. From ongoing flooding