RERUNS

ALAN’S ANECDOTESOne fun thing I’ve been able to do is introduce my children to TV’s shows I enjoyed with my family. Lately we’ve been watching reruns of “ALF” and “The Bionic Woman.” Admittedly, they don’t have much in common, beyond that I watched them when I was younger.

NOT WORTH THE REDO

REPORTER’S NOTEBOOKScrolling through social media the other day, I stumbled on a video that made me stop — and think about time.It lasted only 15 seconds and began with the main character celebrating after winning the lottery. Mid-celebration, the screen faded to black.

YOUTH OPPORTUNITIES

REPRESENTING YOUThe transition from summer to fall is a busy time in the Cornhusker State. As farmers prepare for harvest and the new football and volleyball seasons arrive, parents and students are gearing up to go back to school and teachers are working hard for the start of a new semester.

Community Connection

Call Annie Jeffrey Health Center at (402) 747-2031 for more informationSeptember is Baby Safety Month.Each year, more than 3.6 million American families welcome a new baby into their home.

Home in the Good Life: Nebraska’s Leadership in Agriculture and Innovation

NEBRASKA SENATORStepping off the plane at Eppley Airfield for our month-long state work period was a much-needed return to the heartbeat of those I represent in U.S. Senate.

SWIFTIES UNITE

BETH’S BITSI admit, I have been a Swiftie since before it was a thing. I bought her VERY first album, which was country and had the single “Tim McGraw”. I was a fan of Tim McGraw then, too.

UNL Rodeo Welcomes Sandhills Native Cayson Johnston, Balancing Rodeo Circuit and Ag Engineering

Lincoln, Neb. —The University of Nebraska-Lincoln rodeo team welcomes a new face to the team this year. Cayson Johnston, a hard-working and passionate young man from Stapleton, Nebraska, is excited to pursue the next chapter of his education at UNL.

Backyard Farmer at State Fair

“Backyard Farmer” will record a live episode at the Nebraska State Fair in Grand Island on Monday, Aug. 25.Nebraska Public Media welcomes the public to this free event located in the Raising Nebraska Building, starting with a question- and-answer panel at 4:15 p.m. CT and live recording at 5 p.m.

Community Connection

Call Annie Jeffrey Health Center at (402) 747-2031 for more informationHeartburn and chest pain You've just eaten a big meal and feel a burning sensation in your chest. It’s probably heartburn, but there's a chance the chest pain is a warning sign of a heart attack.

The Babbling Battle

REPORTER’S NOTEBOOKMost people fight for the last word in an argument. My wife and I are locked in a battle for the very first word — and the referee is our baby.Teddy continues to grow and learn new things every day. I have a feeling we’ll have a crawler on our hands in the next few weeks.