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Peat bogs are found mainly in the boreal and temperate parts of the Northern Hemisphere. They are especially found in Europe, Canada, Alaska, Scandinavia and Russia where there is a regular …
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By Larrie Stone
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6/21/24
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Blue poison dart frogs are small, very bright blue amphibians that have royal blue limbs and a dark blue belly.
There is an irregular pattern of small and large spots covering the head and …
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By Larrie Stone
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6/11/24
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There have been a number of historic events in the history of humanity, such as the Industrial Revolution, that have changed the direction and future of the human race.
Our early human …
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By Larrie Stone
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5/3/24
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One of the very important and significant natural treasures of North America that many people don't think about or recognize are the Great Lakes.
The Great Lakes are a series of five large …
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By Larrie Stone
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4/19/24
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The 108 th Legislature’s Second Session has come to an end and with it, the combination of two years worth of work. Thirteen of the 26 bills that I introduced found support of the Unicameral …
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By Sen. Ben Hansen
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4/19/24
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In an attempt to finish the 108 th Legislative session well, debate has moved along quickly with intentional conversations and negotiations to improve legislation that we can all agree on. I was able …
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4/12/24
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The Revenue Committee joined forces with the Governor’s office this year to put together a property tax relief plan that found a vehicle through LB 388. An increase in sales tax, levy caps on …
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By Sen. Ben Hansen
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4/5/24
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Mountains are found at numerous places all over the Earth, and new mountains are being created all the time, although the process takes millions of years.
Also, old mountain ranges are being …
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By Larrie Stone
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3/29/24
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Athletic programs are often celebrated by entire communities as people gather together to cheer on their favorite team during various sport seasons throughout the year. Regardless of small-town …
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By Sen. Ben Hansen
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3/29/24
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Since its release in 2013, my favorite movie has stayed the same.
I saw “The Great Gatsby” when it first came out and I never looked back. It stuck with me so much that I …
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By MaKayla Polak - studio@enterprisepub.com
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3/26/24
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Late night debate has kept us busy at the capitol, giving us time to work through approving the budget and other priority bills. The Banking, Commerce and Insurance Committee Priority Bill, LB 1073, …
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3/22/24
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For decades, there has been a stigma around people with tattoos. Some call it wasted money, others consider it a sin and many link them with criminality. The reality is, a third of Americans have …
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By MaKayla Polak - studio@enterprisepub.com
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3/5/24
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Amphibians such as frogs and salamanders live part of their life on land and part in the water.
Most species lay eggs that hatch in water where the hatchlings start out their life in a larval …
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By Larrie Stone
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3/1/24
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The conversation that evolves around taxes in our state usually refers to property taxes. However, I’d like to address inheritance tax. We are the only state in the Midwest that still …
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By Sen. Ben Hansen
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3/1/24
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With mass shootings still infiltrating headlines, I sat down to watch one of my favorite movies —”The Fallout.” This movie is a true testament to how students in America overcome …
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By MaKayla Polak - studio@enterprisepub.com
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2/27/24
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For generations, the peanut (aka groundnut, goober, monkey nut) has been a favorite and healthy snack food for many.
The peanut is a legume crop grown mainly for its edible seeds. It is a …
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By Larrie Stone
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2/23/24
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The ability to work brings purpose and a sense of accomplishment for many Nebraskans throughout our state. It takes both determination and an interest in the wellbeing of our loved ones and …
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2/23/24
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The Nebraska lifestyle varies based on urban and rural locations, causing a divide in opinions about legislation. For instance, the Judiciary Committee heard LB 1269 in an attempt to implement …
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By Sen. Ben Hansen
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2/16/24
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For many people, movies are not exactly something that they enjoy. I come across many people that enjoy watching documentaries. So for this week, I wanted to talk about my favorite documentary …
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MaKayla Polak - studio@enterprisepub.com
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2/6/24
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On Jan. 27, thousands of Nebraskans came to Lincoln to walk in support of life. When I first ran for the position of state senator, I promised to represent the overwhelming voice of Nebraskans in …
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By Sen. Ben Hansen
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2/2/24
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The ability for constituents to be involved in the legislative process for each bill is considered to be a privilege unique to Nebraska. Our Capitol building is known as “the people’s …
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By Sen. Ben Hansen
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1/26/24
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The curse didn’t touch this movie. A new addition to the A24 list, “The Iron Claw,” is also a new addition to my five-star movie list.
I have only given 35 of my 2,323 watched …
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MaKayla Polak - studio@enterprisepub.com
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1/23/24
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The first horror release of 2024 is here. Hitting theaters Jan. 5, Bryce McGuire’s “Night Swim” rang in the new year with a jump scare. With producers Jason Blum and James Wan, this …
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MaKayla Polak - studio@enterprisepub.com
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1/17/24
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Having been a publisher in Washington County for over 40 years, I can safely say that this county has never seen a year like 2023.
While there were many good and positive things that happened …
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By Mark Rhoades
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1/9/24
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Generation Z has given the new year a new name — 2024 (for) the plot. Emphasizing their acts toward creating a chaotic and unforgettable year. I can get behind the name, but for different …
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MaKayla Polak - studio@enterprisepub.com
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1/9/24
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