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I was thankful for the opportunity to present LB 42 to the Judiciary Committee last week as I work to narrow and clarify the definition of "neglect." If we look at the reports of suspected abuse … more
Spiders are easily recognized by the four pairs of seven-segmented legs.  There are more than 35,000 named species worldwide, including more than 3,000 in North America. However, there … more
In today's world, plastic is found everywhere and tons of it is produced every year.  It is cheap, versatile, easy to synthesize and can be molded into an almost unlimited variety of shapes … more
While weather last week cancelled events and caused snow days across the state, the business at the Nebraska State Legislature continued as normal. I had one bill up for a hearing that was heard … more
Scripture: Deuteronomy 9:13, The LORD said more to me: “I have seen this people. Look! What a stubborn people they are! My granddaughter is almost 18 months old. She has a sweet disposition … more
It has been an eventful week in the legislature with a lot of emotional bills being heard. One of them, called the “Let Them Grow Act”, was heard in the HHS Committee. This bill … more
As I write this devotion, the vestiges of Valentine's Day, the day to celebrate love, are all around me.  Hearts and flowers of pink and red, supposedly the universally recognized … more
Located in the heart of metropolitan Los Angeles, California, is one of the most interesting and unique city parks in all the world. It is called Hancock Park and contains a group of smelly, … more
This week I’d like to talk about two of my bills that were heard in committee, one dealing with school safety and the other with prescription refills. The first bill, which pays for … more
There are few things in sports that I would consider “perfect” as they currently are. One of those is the NFL’s conference championship weekend. Two massive games, played on home … more
Not to piggy back on an idea but I'm adding my hat into the “stepping away” ring to which couple of recent columns in this space have been dedicated. I'm not stepping away in the sense … more
At 10:30PM on October 29th, 1969 Charlie Kline sent the first internet message ever: “LO” That message sounds practically Biblical, like the start of some angelic announcement. The … more
In an ideal world, I would use this space to babble commentary about the random thoughts that pop into my head each month. Unfortunately, we don’t live in an ideal world. Sometimes, things … more
Well, that went fast. From the best I can tell, the first week of December marks my one-year of joining the Enterprise. It was around this time I first started regularly traveling to Blair from … more
I never met my great-grandfather, but I feel like I know him in some way. That’s thanks to the day he sat my grandmother down and told her she could ask him anything about the war, and … more
Melatonin is a very interesting molecule that was first isolated in 1958 by an American physician. Melatonin is an ancient molecule that has been retained throughout the evolution of all life. … more
During the last week of October, I packed up my camper and headed to the Black Hills for a few days. Various activities and family events had kept me busy through September so I was eager to hit the … more
Remember when I wrote in one of my first columns here that I'm excited to learn about the area so I can show it off to visitors? Well, I may have bitten off more than I can chew. I was informed … more
The common earthworm is a segmented annelid worm with a mouth at one end and an anus at the other end.  They lack a skeleton and are typically only a few inches in length. They are found … more
Black pepper is the world's most traded spice, and is one of the most common spices added to cuisines around the world. Black pepper is native to the Malabar Coast of India. It is produced by a … more
So, this is my first column. Not just since I’ve started a new job here as a reporter, but ever. I guess I should probably make it count. As a reporter and a writer, I can tell you your … more
Queen Elizabeth II died on Sept. 8. She was a monarch, “a person who reigns over a kingdom or empire; a king or queen; one who holds preeminent position and power.” She ruled over … more
This summer I have been traveling less and enjoying my yard and gardens more. In the spring, I planted a new native perennial garden and I have enjoyed watching it take shape and grow.  As … more
It's time to go to war with my cat. Nearly two years ago, I took my then-skinny calico, Annie, off the streets. She lost her previous home in a fire and the owners never came back for her, so … more
Who here needs a pep talk?  Everyone is doing the best they can. There’s so much to deal with in life and gas prices can be the least of troubles for many.  I, like many … more
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