Opinions

Body Late last week, my nephew wrapped up his high school basketball career at Seward High School.

Body On Sunday, I was a bit disturbed. After a grueling four days covering the state wrestling tournament in Omaha, late Saturday night I returned home, and I was ready for a long night of deep sleep.

Body From sunrise to sunset, Nebraska’s ag producers work to feed and fuel our world. With one in four jobs being directly related to agriculture, it is no surprise the industry is the economic engine of our state.

Body Had I been able to find an old cereal box last week, there is a good chance I would have gotten out my glue stick, found a pair of scissors, and gotten to work.

Body Drive across Nebraska on a clear evening and you’ll see why we call it “The Good Life.” Small towns where neighbors still wave. Safe communities where kids ride their bikes home at dusk. Main streets where people know your name and your word still means something.

Body For many Nebraskans, parenthood brings both immense joy and real challenges every day. As a father of two, I can say without hesitation that there is no greater calling in life than being a parent.

Body On Sunday, like millions of Americans, I kept my eye on the Super Bowl.

Body This week, we celebrate National School Choice Week. As Senator, common-sense education policy is a top priority. My mother was a proud Nebraska educator. I know how much Nebraska teachers do for students and families. We saw this especially during the pandemic.

Body I have an old mantra that, if you want to be a good community journalist, just make sure that you say the Pledge of Allegiance or stand for the national anthem at least three or four times a week.

Body Since 2016, the Nebraska Department of Transportation County Bridge Match Program (CBMP) has played a critical role in improving local infrastructure through a cost-sharing partnership between counties and the state.