Watch Out For Right Hook

It’s been a while since I’ve been punched in the face. Actually, it’s been ever. Until the other day.I wasn’t looking for trouble. I wasn’t in a shady part of town or covering a heated game gone wrong. I was just minding my own business when it happened — quick, clean, and completely unexpected.

Stopping at Nothing to Deliver for Nebraska and Protect Our Nation

It’s been nearly three weeks since Democrats voted to shut down the federal government. The frustration across the country is real — and I share it. But when moments like this arise, I remind myself why I came to Washington in the first place.

Community Connection

Call Annie Jeffrey Health Center at (402) 747-2031 for more informationPhysical therapists and physical therapist assistants provide personalized care to improve the quality of life for anyone of any age or ability.

HUNTING FOR COMETS

I went outside tonight hoping to see comets. I didn’t plan it out well. I just did some quick research and headed outside about ninety minutes after sundown. One comet would be to the southwest and low to the horizon. The other would be to the northwest and a bit higher in the sky.

Letter to the Editor

In Senator Fischer’s and Congressman Smith’s columns in the October 6th Polk County News about the government shutdown neither mentioned the reason the Senate Democrats are not voting for the continuing resolution that requires 60 votes to keep the government open.

The Schumer Shutdown: It Should Never Have Come to This

Last week, I addressed the completely avoidable disaster that struck Washington. It’s now been 10 days since congressional Democrats voted to shut down the federal government.

Investing in the Future

I got a message this afternoon that my nephew needed to interview an IT professional for a presentation that is due tomorrow. He was struggling with finding someone locally that would talk to him on Canadian Thanksgiving. I was happy to help. And I love talking about technology.

Concordia hosts successful Paws with a Purpose event

SEWARD - Monday, October 6, the Concordia University, Nebraska Director of Christian Education (DCE) practicum students organized a service event as part of the university's Homecoming festivities.

U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE)

I’ve been asked many questions about the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) use of Nebraska’s Work Ethic Camp (WEC) in McCook as an immigration detention center. I’ll share some of the facts as I know them.

Letter to the Editor

From the Wombacher Family We want to share little bit of our family’s medical history to bring awareness of all the cancer not only in our family, but in the Shelby community and surrounding areas.