She knew her annual exam and mammogram were overdue. But, her excuse seemed valid. Sara Stevens-Stehl of Bertrand was tired of doctor’s visits. She had spent the last several years taking her teenage son, Riley, to specialists to determine the cause of his health problems. He was eventually diagnosed … 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
15 Magical Family Christmas Events Across Nebraska
Live Nativity at Timberlake Ranch Camp, Marquette Dec. 14, 6-8 p.m.; Dec. 15, 4-8 p.m.; and Dec. 16, 2-6 p.m. Take a step back in time and experience the sights of sounds of historical Bethlehem with music, making … Continue Reading
14 Budget-Friendly Nebraska Pumpkin Patches
Do your weekend plans include hayrack rides, picking pumpkins, corn mazes and caramel apples? It will be a great weekend to enjoy one of the many great pumpkin patches in Nebraska. Download our 2018 Pumpkin Patch … 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 […]