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.

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.

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.

Dear Editor: As a retired education professional, who still volunteers as a Teammates mentor, I am dedicated to ensuring that our local youth receive optimum education opportunities. As a taxpayer, I think it's also important that we adhere to sound financial management.

After nearly twenty years of parish ministry, I entered the world of health care, which, I learned, abounds in acronyms. My first clue was in chaplaincy training, known as “CPE” (Clinical Pastoral Education), the required education for most hospital and hospice chaplains.

Last week, I shared how the One Big, Beautiful Bill keeps Nebraskans safe and our communities secure. Today, I want to highlight another top priority: how this new law delivers real, lasting tax relief for Nebraska families.