Rural communities are the heart and soul of Nebraska. Their health care needs are unique and require tailored solutions. The One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) puts rural patients front and center. It brings care, stability, and reform where it’s needed most. We are providing for rural hospitals so they can continue providing for the Good Life.

As the Chair of the Legislature’s Education Committee, I have the privilege of meeting many of our State’s great educators. As a hopefully rejuvenating summer break comes to an end and the 2025 school year kicks off, we should all take a moment to thank our great teachers and education staff for the great work they do.

By Matt Dewald, PT, DPT You’ve likely heard -- maybe even from a medical professional -- that “running is bad for your knees.” But robust scientific evidence, including X-rays, MRIs, population surveys and long-term data, tells a different story: recreational running doesn’t increase the risk of hip or knee osteoarthritis (OA). In fact, it may reduce it.

To the Editor, The Veterans Memorial is not about me. It is – and always has been – about the veterans. The men and women who served, who sacrificed, and who deserve a place of honor that belongs to all of them — not to one person, one family, or one agenda.

As I packed my bags in Washington for our month-long state work period and some much-needed time back in the Good Life, I reflected on the progress we’re making for Nebraskans. Since Congress passed and the president signed the One Big Beautiful Bill, I’ve highlighted the law’s major wins for Nebraska’s agricultural sector, our safety and security, and working families. Now, I’m looking forward to spending the month of August meeting with those who will see the impacts of this legislation, including farmers, law enforcement, and parents.

As we begin another school year, a funny clip from the comedian Louis C. K.

Here in the Good Life, we live by a few enduring principles: grit, humility, and a profound sense of duty. And when these three come together in action, they shape a future that is stronger, more resilient, and more hopeful.

By Dr. Melissa Dittberner In South Dakota and across the whole United States, addiction and mental health struggles touch every community. Yet far too often, people suffer in silence—not because help isn’t available, but because stigma keeps them from reaching for it.

Agriculture is the heart and soul of what we do in Nebraska. Family farms, ranches, and agribusinesses are the backbone of communities across Nebraska. The One Big Beautiful Bill helps producers today and lays the foundation for strong agricultural growth tomorrow. It grows our economy at home and will help gain new markets abroad. The One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) secures the future for those who feed and fuel America.

Squash plants are thriving in this summer heat, and for many gardeners, that means the harvest is just beginning. But before you start planning your next zucchini bread or squash casserole, you might need to consider who else is eyeing your crop—and I’m not just talking about your neighbors.