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10 Years Ago – August 21, 2014Presenting the Pawnee City High School Class of 2027.

Mental Health Tips for Returning to the Classroom

Lincoln – As the summer break from school draws to a close, the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) recognizes the return to the classroom can be exciting, overwhelming, and stressful.

Bessie Penn, Wrongfully Convicted of Murder

Don’t you just love a good story? Better yet, one set in Pawnee County. Sharla Sitzman of Table Rock collects stories from yesteryear and yesterday.Part 1 of 2 This is the curious story of an elderly Table Rock woman known as Bessie Penn. She was 91 when she died in 1969.

Hypothyroidism

This week, the topic of hypothyroidism came up frequently, and it became clear that there are large gaps in understanding this condition. Hypothyroidism can indeed be a bit confusing, but it’s also quite common.

A Hidden National Security Problem

In late 2021, a hidden national security problem was finally unveiled. The Fufeng Group, a Chinese agribusiness, bought up 300 acres of farmland in east North Dakota. But it wasn’t just any farmland. The purchase was located in Grand Forks, right around the corner from Grand Forks Air Force Base.

Our Children Are Our Future

This summer, I have been grateful for the opportunity to welcome Third District students visiting Washington to the U.S. Capitol Building. Its iconic architecture stands as an enduring reminder of American freedom and opportunity.

Biden-Harris Inflation Making Back-to-School Too Expensive

For the past three and a half years, families have struggled under stubbornly high prices. The cause is Washington overspending and delusional regulations.

Pick of Nebraska native as vice presidential candidate revs up interest in vote here

Nebraska isn’t known as a battleground state when it comes to presidential elections.That tag usually goes to Wisconsin, Pennsylvania and Michigan, along with Georgia, Nevada and Arizona.But the recent pick of Nebraska native and Minnesota Gov.

Did you know?

Encouraging children to be physically active can be an important step in helping them to be healthier later in life. The Physical Rehabilitation Network (PRN) says active kids are more likely to become healthy adults.

Healthy routines, well-child checks good for NE back-to-school

Many Nebraska children have already started school and others will do so within the next week or so.Parents can play a big role in making sure children get a good start in the new school year.Dr.