The last two weeks, I got to be home — traveling across Nebraska. From East to West, I received updates on critical projects in our state.

While serving as Nebraska’s senior U.S. Senator, there are moments that remind me of how special Nebraskans are. Last week was one of them. On Saturday, April 11, 2026, Nebraskans packed the gymnasium at Lincoln Northwest High School to send off members of the 67th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade and the 234th Brigade Signal Company as they prepared to deploy to Djibouti. It was impossible not to feel the weight and pride of the occasion.

The American Legion is pleased to announce that Brandon Wilson and Kade Schaffert of Indianola were generously sponsored by Post 245 of Bartley, Post 344 of Indianola, and Post 313 of Lebanon and will join 300 other high school juniors from across Nebraska Participating in the American Legion Cornhusker Boys’ State Program, May 31-June 6, 2026, at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln downtown campus. The annual citizenship program, sponsored by the Nebraska American Legion, is designed to provide youths with a better understanding of how city, county, and state governments operate.

Cambridge student selected to Boys State

State Quiz Bowl

Cambridge TeamMates celebrate end of year and recognize 10 seniors

Eustis Farnam ESports State Runnerup

Scouts Pack 236 Blue and Gold Banquet

April 20, 2026 Yes, it’s still dry! And we still have the temp swings. And we still have the wind! The governor has lifted the statewide burn ban, but keep in mind that local fire departments have the authority to restrict burning.

Sunday, April 12th First Communion