Opinions

The inalienable rights asserted by our Founders—life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness—cannot exist without proper respect for the rule of law. This starts at our borders and then flows through every branch of federal, state, and local government throughout our country.

The Nebraska State Fair will be highlighting Nebraska’s best for the next ten days. Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol will be working to ensure the event is safe for everyone in attendance. The fair began Friday and will run through Labor Day, September 1st, at Fonner Park in Grand Island.

The Merrick Arts Council (MAC) season begins in one month, making now the perfect time to renew your membership or join for the first time. Early bird prices for a season ticket are fifty dollars for five shows with the price going up to sixty dollars after September 5th.

The National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) recently announced that Kaden D Van Pelt from Central City has been selected to become a member of the esteemed organization. The society recognizes top scholars who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, scholarship, and community commitment.

Senator Loren Lippincott • District 34 At a time when public trust in government is fragile and civic discourse is under attack, the conduct of elected officials must reflect the dignity and responsibility of their office.

The transition from summer to fall is a busy time in the Cornhusker State. As farmers prepare for harvest and the new football and volleyball seasons arrive, parents and students are gearing up to go back to school and teachers are working hard for the start of a new semester.

I was late on my very first day. I had been prepared the night before.

“As you will see I have zero experience with any of the job qualifi cations. I also knew nothing about banking five years ago and I’ve had a good run thus far. Given the opportunity I’m confident that I would be able to put in the work to gain the skills necessary.

Having been an airline pilot for 30 years at Delta and having served over ten years in the Air Force I am often asked about “chemtrails” in the skies.

They say there used to be a village tucked somewhere between yesterday and always. Not big.