Opinions

Body I wasn’t a 4-H kid. There were no livestock shows in my youth, no ribbons earned in the arena, no early mornings in the wash racks.

Body Loren Lippincott, District 34 Senator In recent years, the enactment of anti-masking laws in various U.S. states has sparked debate, particularly when it comes to masks worn in the context of public protests.

Body Some of my favorite words have always started with the letter “F.” Fun. Football.

Body Loren Lippincott, District 34 Senator The “missing year” of property tax relief in Nebraska refers to a gap in tax credits for school district property taxes paid in 2024, caused by changes made in Legislative Bill 34 during the 2024 special session.

Body If you judged my life solely by the photos I posted to social media this week, you might think I’m a man at peace—a guy with a camera roll full of medals, smiles, and well-behaved children chasing their dreams while I sip coffee and soak in the beauty of it all.

Body Loren Lippincott, District 34 Senator When Glen Valley Foods of Omaha was raided by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents on June 10 of this year, 76 illegal aliens were apprehended.

Body I didn’t make it to every event during Lone Tree Days. I was at some with my camera, at others with a drink in my hand. Whitney took some photos. I took a few. Sometimes I was working, sometimes I wasn’t. And sometimes—maybe too often—I just let myself be.

Body Loren Lippincott, District 34 Senator Nebraska’s rural county fairs are vibrant celebrations of community, agriculture, and tradition, each with a unique character that reflects the spirit of its region.

Body I’ve lived here for most of my almost 34 years—long enough to know that this place, whatever you want to call it, is more than a name. They say Central City turned 150 years old this week.

Body Loren Lippincott, District 34 Senator No other nation in recorded history has had a single form of government as long as ours. Since our Constitution went into effect in 1789, France has seen 15 constitutions come and go.