Danny Woodhead is a former NFL player who hails from North Platte. He defied the odds because he played in the NFL without playing for a Division I college. And, at 5-foot-8-inches, he is shorter than the average NFL player. Danny shared his story at the Nebraska Children’s Home Society’s 125th Anniversary … Continue Reading
Better Living
30 Expert Tips For A Good Night’s Sleep
It’s 1 a.m., and you have tried everything to fall asleep. You’ve read a book. You've kept your room dark and cool. You have taken those racing … Continue Reading
9 Essential Car Care Tips For Women
Stacey Schoneman of Lexington grew up racing and working in her parents' business, C & S Truck and Salvage. Now she is a single mom, and she … Continue Reading
Family Fun & Travel
2018 Nebraska Pumpkin Patch Guide
Nebraska is home to more than 20 pumpkin patches that offer a variety of family fun from picking pumpkins, hayrack rides, tree climbing, ziplining and giant pillow jumping. Our 2018 Nebraska Pumpkin Patch guide … Continue Reading
29 Best Things To Do At The Nebraska State Fair
The Nebraska State Fair takes place August 24-Sept. 3 in Grand Island. With so much to do at the fair and so little time, we wanted to be sure you had a list of some of the best family-friendly activities at this … Continue Reading
Life In Nebraska Blog
College Drop Off: It’s Our Turn to Let Him Go
It was the day I had been dreading for 18 and a half years. College drop-off day. All summer, we had prepared for this moment. We made Target runs. We bought sheets, cleaning supplies, organizing containers … Continue Reading
You Might Be a Nebraska 4-H Family if July Finds You …
It’s July in Nebraska. That means sweet corn, hot summer days and a trip to the county fair. And, if you are a 4-H member (or a 4-H parent), you might be … Waking up with the sunrise to feed hungry cows, pigs … Continue Reading
Recipes
Simple Summer Fruit Slush
It can be tempting for kids to sit on the couch and eat chips all summer. But with simple and easy snacks like frozen fruit cups, it’s easy and more fun to eat healthier and get a little boost of vitamin C! I discovered this recipe for frozen fruit slushes in a church cookbook several […]