Nebraska is steeped in military tradition. It is home to Offutt Air Force Base, Camp Ashland, and our Nebraska National Guard. The Guard’s roots run deep. In 1854, 13 years before Nebraska achieved statehood, Territory Governor Thomas B. Cumings called for Nebraska settlers to form two militia regiments which laid the foundation for the Nebraska National Guard.

Dementia is a progressive condition that results in decline in cognitive function. People with dementia have increasing difficulties with short term memory, thinking, and reasoning. For family members it can be hard to watch the decline in a loved one who is struggling with dementia. Interacting when someone has dementia can be difficult. Following these three Golden Rules can help. Rule number 1: Do not ask direct questions. Asking someone with dementia if they remember your name or remember what they had for breakfast can be distressing. Someone with dementia may not be able to find the answer you are looking for and can feel put on the spot to come up with an answer.

Wednesday, April 30th marks 100 days of Donald Trump’s second Presidency. In that time, President Trump has taken historic action to deliver on his promises.

Before Nebraska was called the “Cornhuskers”, we were known as “The Tree Planters.” It seems ironic, given our state is characterized by its expansive Great Plains and rolling Sandhills. However, in 1895, the Nebraska legislature passed a bill establishing Nebraska’s nickname in honor of their tree planting efforts.

Spring has officially arrived, and with it comes the opportunity to revive your lawn. If your turf isn’t looking as lush as you’d like, don’t worry – there’s still time to achieve that beautiful, green lawn this growing season.

Spring is finally here, and for many of us that brings the joy of returning to outdoor activities, planning summer vacations, and… well, allergies. Depending on the allergen, people can suffer from allergies any time of year, but spring is a particularly common time in our part of the world to hear my patients complain of seasonal allergies.

So many decisions, so little time. Seed catalogues are appearing in mailboxes by the dozens. So many choices? Red or yellow? Determinate or indeterminate? Hybrid, variety, cultivar, or heirloom? What do these terms mean?

Nebraska is ‘The Good Life’. It’s one of the best places to live, work, and raise a family.

Those of us who make our homes in the rural midwest understand that we face medical challenges our countrymen in more populated areas don’t. For example, there are two pediatric rheumatologists in the whole state of South Dakota.

Bridging the Gap: Generational Differences in Farm Management Farming is more than just an occupation— it’s a way of life, often passed down from generation to generation. However, as farms transition from one generation to the next, differing perspectives on management, innovation, and farm direction can lead to friction within the family.