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The first four children of Leah, born to Jacob, were Reuben, Simeon, Levi, and Judah. They grew up together. It’s natural for these four to stick together. In Judges 1:3, we see Judah make … more
About 600 miles west of Ecuador, South America, in the Pacific Ocean are a group of small islands called the Galapagos Islands. They came into existence millions of years ago when volcanoes on … more
Candidate Jim Pillen didn't speak to us (the public) before the election, and he still does not speak to us since the election. In the majority of the other statewide races this past November, … more
The donkey (aka burro or ass) is a hoofed mammal in the same family as the horse and zebra. They have long, floppy ears and tend to be stockier than horses or zebras. Donkeys come in a variety … more
Out walking the other day, I saw a fence with a broken panel. It was only two or three boards that had fallen in, but I thought if they have a dog, they won’t for long! And since we do get … more
Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen apparently must consider himself a stealth governor. Since taking office three months ago, he has not provided schedules for his day-to-day activities nor that of … more
This session has been unique in that we are more than 50 days into the 90-day session without a single bill ready for the governor’s signature. When a bill gets voted out of committee, it … more
    a.  We plan activities with our kids to get them outdoors and playing when it is nice. b.  We limit their “screen time” and they are hardly ever home as … more
The Jeanette Hunt - Blair Animal Shelter and community members have one similar goal in mind: making sure the animals that enter the shelter leave to loving homes. Time and time again, the shelter … more
This week marked the final week of hearings for over 800 bills introduced in the 108 th Legislature. I completed this phase of the session by presenting two bills before the Appropriations … more
    By Pastor Randy L. Sanders — Arlington Community Church, UCC   Based on Jeremiah 2:11 and Romans 5:18-19 Most people respond to God as a being that they call … more
In February 1980, President Jimmy Carter declared the week of March 8, 1980, as National Women’s History Week. After several states made a routine of declaring March as Women’s … more
In 2006, musical artist Mark Schultz released a song called “Broken and Beautiful.” The song describes that we are all broken. We have broken parts within our hearts, in our relationships … more
After Alfie's passing, when I arrived home from the vet, I started walking along our usual route through the park. I just had to keep moving, I could not be still. My heartbreak and anguish after … more
The only bill of mine that was referred to the Revenue Committee was heard last week without opposition. LB 529 made changes to what many call “the postcard bill.” In September of … more
The "new kid on the block" in the world of astronomy is NASA's James Webb Space Telescope (JWST).  This new, $10 billion, space observatory, was launched in December of 2021, and is the … more
With the spring season upon us, many schools across the county are preparing for their performances and competitions in the fine arts realm. Fine arts encapsulate visual art, theater and music, … more
Corn (also called maize), like wheat and rice, is a grass that has become highly modified by artificial selection and recent genetic technology.  We use the seeds or "grains" for a variety … more
We were finally able to engage in substantive debate last week with conversations surrounding LB 77. This bill would help Nebraska join 25 other states in allowing its citizens to carry a concealed … more
I am reading a new diet book. (The authors would scold me hearing I used the word "diet." They prefertheir readers get away from using this word due to its often negative connotations.) The … more
Two individuals who have made a huge impact on the Washington County community have recently accepted new positions elsewhere, and it's important to take time to focus on their achievements and all … more
LB 626 is the abortion ban bill currently being debated in the Nebraska legislature (It technically bans abortion at six weeks, which is an abortion ban). Under this new law, Nebraska women and girls … more
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