Remembering the start of the Korean War’s 75th Anniversary Dear Editor, I, Charles Garrod, a 91-year-old Korean War Veteran, would like to remind you and your readers that this coming June 25th is the 75th anniversary of the start to the Korean War, also known to Koreans as the “6/25 War”. North Korea invaded South Korea with the intention of creating one united country under communist rule on the Korean peninsula.

The start of summer brings a sense of excitement for many teens. Take a moment to reflect back to your teen years. As we reminisce, we can likely all say that our adolescent years were a unique and informative time of our life. Mental wellbeing habits are often formed during this time as teens strengthen their social and emotional skills, laying a foundation of habits for the rest of their life. Consider what habits you perhaps formed during this time and what supports you had or needed when you were a teen.

Make government work with proven Nebraska solutions that are ready for America. That is my mission as your U.S. Senator. When I was Governor, my administration implemented numerous solutions to improve the lives of Nebraskans. Now, I’m working on behalf of our state in Washington, D.C., to implement many of those proven Nebraska solutions for the rest of the country.

Throughout my life, I have had many roles— daughter, wife, mother, school board member, and now as the U.S. Senator for Nebraska.

A week devoted to wildflowers is just about as meaningful as a holiday devoted to trees. While Arbor Day is widely recognized and celebrated across Nebraska, Nebraska Wildflower Week deserves just as much attention. Held June 1–8, 2025, Nebraska Wildflower Week is coordinated by the Nebraska Statewide Arboretum (NSA) and brings together organizations and individuals who understand the true value of wildflowers and native plants. Events will take place throughout the state, inviting Nebraskans to appreciate the natural beauty that surrounds them. A full list of statewide events and educational resources is available at: https://plantnebraska.org/resources- events/events/wildflowers.html Wildflowers and native plants can be stunning, resilient additions to any landscape. But what’s the difference between the two? While the terms are often used interchangeably, they have distinct meanings.

“I am concerned your symptoms are due to Parkinson’s disease,” is something I have said to numerous patients over the years. This is a degenerative neurologic disease which is common enough that most patients have heard of it or even know someone living with it.

In May, we celebrate National Beef Month. Agriculture is the heart and soul of our state, and beef is a cornerstone.

Getting the crop off to a great start is essential for a successful season. On dry years, it is sometimes necessary to start irrigating in May and June. However, it is critical to monitor soil moisture to balance crop needs with the risk of losing nitrogen and other valuable crop inputs. Monitoring will also help prevent unnecessary irrigation expenses, and if you have a water allocation, avoid using up water that is critical for later growth stages.

There was a time when nearly every American knew someone who died in service to our country. Whether it was a family member, a friend, or a neighbor – Memorial Day was, and still is, deeply personal. These personal connections allowed Americans to fully grasp the magnitude of the sacrifices our service members and their families endured.

Getting the crop off to a great start is essential for a successful season. On dry years, it is sometimes necessary to start irrigating in May and June. However, it is critical to monitor soil moisture to balance crop needs with the risk of losing nitrogen and other valuable crop inputs.