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Haggai calls for the people of Israel to “consider” their lives. He wants them to think about things to “reason together” over what they see and hear in the world around them … more
Thank you so much for your story on the Cook Family and their legacy of service. My maiden name is Cook, so the story caught my eye. I did a little research on Family Search.org and found that … more
I n one of the rare instances where sports news bleeds into, well, “news” news, a scandal within familiar Big Ten rival Northwestern's football program was reported by the Daily … more
When Pentecost Day arrived, they were all together in one place. Suddenly a sound from heaven like the howling of a fierce wind filled the entire house where they were sitting. They saw … more
I want to thank the Enterprise Media Group for the wonderful coverage of the Washington County Museum, located in Fort Calhoun, Neb. The museum, a part of the Washington County Historical … more
According to a report by the Des Moines Register’s William Morris, which has been published in Enterprise Media Group's Iowa newspapers, “Gov. Kim Reynolds is settling three lawsuits from … more
The chimpanzee (chimp) is the ape most like a human and is considered to be the most intelligent of all the other animals on Earth.  Some 98% of their DNA is identical to that found in a … more
Jeremiah was sent by God to tell the Judeans things they didn’t want to hear. Jerusalem had given itself over to corruption and greed. The wealthy and powerful were full of … more
The first night of Summer Sizzle begins tonight, and will be filled with copious amounts of activities for families. Summer Sizzle has been a celebration for the Arlington and Kennard … more
The almond nut is considered to be both a delicious and nutritious food.  Though well known as a nut, almonds are actually the seeds of the fruit of the almond tree.  The almond … more
Last month, the L.A. Dodgers invited an anti-Catholic Christian group to receive an award before one of their games. When people heard about it, they called the baseball team to express their disgust … more
Adopting a dog, cat or other animal is an exciting event in one's life. Pets are wonderful companions, but also a time commitment and large responsibility, and these factors should be taken into … more
The hippopotamus (hippo) is a plant eating mammal that is considered to be the second largest land animal after the elephant living today.  The name "hippopotamus" comes from a Greek word … more
I’m not in the business of writing books, and I don’t think I ever could be. Things change, of course, but for now I’ll stick to what I know and continue to read what I don’t. … more
Situated just east of Fort Calhoun is Fort Atkinson State Historical Park. For decades, the park has enriched Washington County with its fascinating history and events for its many guests that … more
Droughts are the most serious hazard to crops and livestock in nearly every part of the world. Water scarcity impacts 40% of the world’s population, and as many as 700 million people are … more
The term pumpkin is used to identify a vine-like plant or its orange fruit possessing a hard rind and distinctive grooves. The pumpkin is a winter squash in the family of plants that includes … more
As another summer approaches rapidly, one event the Blair and Washington County community can always look forward to is the annual Gateway to the West Days celebrations. The four-day festivities … more
The mustard plant is a bush that when mature reaches an average height of six to 20 feet with a 20-foot spread.  The plant grows easily in temperate climates, produces clusters of yellow … more
The 108th Legislature’s first session came to a close on June 1, 2023. It was an intense session with determination displayed by all. Several victories for Nebraska’s commitment to … more
I have been blessed to have had fellowship in several Christian churches in the Blair area during our 27 years as residents. I am grateful for all these experiences as they have helped me grow in my … more
Dendrochronology is an invaluable tool that can help scientists determine the age of ancient settlements and artifacts.  It is a technique that involves calculating the age of a tree, or a … more
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