Fall is the Perfect Time to Plant Trees in Nebraska

Body Fall isn’t just for pumpkin spice lattes—it’s also one of the best times to plant trees. Across Nebraska, communities have seen a decline in tree numbers due to severe weather, drought, poor planting practices, aging tree populations, insects, and disease.
Fall is the Perfect Time to Plant Trees in Nebraska

A Completely Avoidable Disaster

Body Another shutdown has hit Washington, and Nebraskans are right to shake their heads. Why can’t Congress just keep the lights on? Why should families, farmers, and veterans in Nebraska pay the price for dysfunction in D.C.?
U.S. Senator Deb Fischer

Supporting Rural Healthcare

Body One way we can support the Good Life is by supporting rural healthcare. I am working with Senate Republicans and President Trump to strengthen healthcare and support rural communities.
SENATOR PETE RICKETTS

Next Steps to Close the Digital Divide in Rural Nebraska

Body My husband Bruce and I raised our family on a cattle ranch near Valentine, Nebraska – a rural community that understands how spotty Wi-Fi makes it difficult to connect with family and friends. In today’s day and age, reliable internet access is no longer optional.
U.S. Senator Deb Fischer

UNL For Families “Staying Home Alone”

Body The start of the school year brings new routines and scheduling challenges for working parents. Any working parent can attest that school schedules and calendars were not designed with them in mind.
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