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
Those who have been following the saga of our soggy basement, aka “The Indoor Swimming Pool,” “The Swamp,” “The Major Mess,” etc. know that since Memorial Day we have had
Many community celebrations and smaller gatherings in early Nebraska included foot racing. The popularity of foot racing as a competitive sport is revealed by a photograph from the John Nelson
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
Having lived all my life on farms, I have perhaps taken for granted some of the many advantages of rural and small-town living. With Daughter No. Two back in the
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, plays an import
If you live in Nebraska and farm, I am almost positive you’ve made at least one trip to Husker Harvest Days near Grand Island. With nearly 600 exhibitors it is
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 what is
This year marked observance of the 150th Nebraska State Fair. This sesquicentennial celebration brought back a flood of memories from my 47 years of attending various Nebraska State Fairs. While
Milton L. Trester (1843-1903), a pioneer resident of Lancaster County, was a native of Indiana. He first sought work in Nebraska in 1869 when travel and accommodations for travelers were