05/10/2021 Heather Bussard of Omaha: Possession of a Controlled Substance; Possession of a Controlled Substance Morphine; Possession of a Deadly Weapon by a Prohibited Person; Possession of a controlled Substance Marijuana 1 ounce or less Possession of drug paraphernalia; Pos Possession of drug paraphernalia; Possess or Consume open alcohol container; Preliminary Hearing May 21, 2021 @ 9 A.M. Darius Harris of Omaha: Possession of a Controlled Substance; Possession of a Controlled Substance Morphine; Possession of a Deadly Weapon by a Prohibited Person; Possession of a controlled Substance Marijuana 1 ounce or less; Possession of drug paraphernalia; Possess or Consume open alcohol container; Preliminary Hearing May 21, 2021 @ 9 A.M.

Nebraska has long been known as the Beef State and May is Beef Month, so it’s the perfect time to enjoy a delicious burger or steak. Agriculture is our state’s largest industry, and beef is the biggest segment of Nebraska agriculture.

The Executive Board Committee held a hearing on LR 107 last Thursday. The intent of the resolution, introduced by North Platte senator, Mike Groene, is to maintain and defend the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of Nebraska against foreign and domestic acts of aggression and abuse of power. The committee received approximately 40 letters in support and 6 opponent letters. We had about an even number of people come in and testify both for and against the bill. The committee heard from 11 proponent testifiers and 7 opponent testifiers, there was no one testifying in a neutral capacity. A resolution like this must have a hearing and if it is advanced from committee, it will have one round of debate on the floor of the legislature.

Nebraska is the least indebted State in the country because our state government, like our people, lives within its means. We take a common sense approach to finances. We pay as we go for new projects instead of taking on debt. This approach has helped us to build high-quality infrastructure and to grow Nebraska without mortgaging our future.

On weekends every May, families and communities across Nebraska come together to recognize our graduating seniors. Whether they are graduating from high school, college, or trade school, this is their time to shine. They have put in the work, they have completed what they started, and now they are being recognized for their achievements and they get to celebrate.

Shelbi Hopkins of Grand Island: Driving Under Suspension; Speeding 21-35 MPH; Plea: No Contest; Found: Guilty; Sentence: Pay $300.00 in fines and court costs. Amberlee Wilmot of Arapahoe: Issuing a Bad Check; Defendant Failed to Appear; Continued to May 3, 2021 @ 9:30 A.M.

This has been an exhausting year for moms. Last spring, we had no idea we would still be dealing with this pandemic a year later. It presented difficult decisions, such as in-person school or remote learning, how to work from home while caring for children, or how to pay the bills without work, when to let children visit their grandparents, what to do for birthdays and holidays. Regardless of the decision made, it seemed someone somewhere was judging our choice. But I want you to know, I see you every day doing the best you can.

Last week was deemed ‘Revenue’ week here at the capitol. More long days and nights of passionate and sometimes angry debates ensued as we tackled taxation issues among other things. With an unclear picture at the beginning of last week as to the state’s financial wiggle room, it was important to carefully weigh any bills with significant financial price tags.

If you’ve read this spot before, you’re probably aware that I tend to look at the world through the scope of sports. There’s a big event this week, one that I really don’t care much about, but that a great number of people do - the NFL Draft.

Here in the Cornhusker State, agriculture and conservation go hand in hand. Nebraska’s farmers and ranchers are the original conservationists. Agricultural families in our state have been growing crops and tending livestock for generations. They know their land and animals better than anyone else and care deeply about them. Their livelihood depends on ensuring the land remains fertile— that’s why they are always working to improve it so that the next generation can continue their way of life.