Death, Taxes and Aging Eyes

Body Benjamin Franklin famously wrote “in this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” Franklin was a legendary intellect, and it’s hard to overstate the impact he had. But I’d suggest an addition to that particular quote, one with which I suspect he’d agree.
Death, Taxes and Aging Eyes

Investing in Rural Health Care

Body Last week, I wrote about my team’s work to secure federal tax dollars Nebraskans already sent to Washington to improve the Central Nebraska Regional Airport in Grand Island. This week, I want to update you on my recent visit to Avera St.
Investing in Rural Health Care

Tax Day Savings With The Working Families Tax Cuts

Body Tax Day is nearly here. This tax season, the Working Families Tax Cuts are delivering for Nebraskans and putting more money in your pocket. Recently, I’ve been travelling the state to share good news about this year’s tax returns. Workers will keep more of their income.
Tax Day Savings With The Working Families Tax Cuts

Sheldon “Doc” W. Spickelmier

Body Sheldon “Doc” W. Spickelmier, 82 of Curtis, Nebraska passed away on April 7th, 2026 at the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Hospital in Aurora, CO after a two year battle with a spinal cord injury.
Sheldon “Doc” W. Spickelmier

Deanna J. Chandler

Body Deanna Jean “Dee” Chandler, age 65, passed away peacefully from complications of diabetes on April 6, 2026, at University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha. She was born in McCook, Neb., on August 20, 1960, to Gary A. and D.
Deanna J. Chandler

{ 100th birthday }

Body The family of Ruth Schutz would like to honor her with a card shower for her 100th birthday on April 16th. Cards will reach her at 73685 Rd 420, Elwood, NE 68937.

{ Card of thanks }

Body I would like to thank everyone that sent a card to make my 40th birthday special. It was greatly appreciated.

{ 55th anniversary }

Body The Family of David and Margaret Ruf of Wilsonville, NE is requesting a card shower in honor of the couple’s 55th Wedding Anniversary on Saturday, April 11, 2026. Cards of congratulations will reach them at PO Box 76, Wilsonville, NE 69046.