December 22, 2001, is the day Diane Krieser’s life changed forever. Diane’s 22-year-old daughter, Corina, was traveling home for Christmas from college in Kansas to their Seward home when the weather abruptly changed. “It was one of those freak Nebraska weather days where it went from sunshine and 60-degree weather to an ice-glazed road,” Diane said. Corina attempted … [Read more...]
10 Life Lessons Learned From Being Nebraska Farm Wives
By Kristine Jacobson & Karen Nelson It’s harvest season in Nebraska. As farmers’ wives, we watch our husbands work long hours and plan their schedules based on the day’s weather forecast. We have learned that we can’t worry about the things we cannot control (windstorms, hail and corn prices) and to support our husbands as they raise a crop that helps feed the world and … [Read more...]
NASA Mom Encourages Science & Engineering Opportunities for Kids at Kearney Area Children’s Museum
An outdoor classroom, STEM studio and refurbished music and drama area are just a few of the new attractions at the Kearney Area Children’s Museum. With frequently updated exhibits, an active staff and board of directors that includes a NASA research scientist and tons of fun events throughout the year, the Kearney Area Children’s Museum offers one of the best places around … [Read more...]
Fashion Faux Pas Leads Lincoln Teen to Launch Successful H. Flynn Apparel Business
A fashion faux pas at a Husker football game turned into a successful business for a young Lincoln woman. When Hayley Stamper was 16, her dad took her to a Husker football game. “Not only was I wearing a generic screen-print tee, but I was also matching with a group of grown adults, mostly men,” Hayley said of her attire that fall day. “That’s not something a 16-year-old … [Read more...]
13 Budget-Friendly Nebraska Pumpkin Patches
Amazing pumpkin patches offer great family fun across Nebraska. With hayrack rides, pumpkin picking, corn mazes and more, there’s so much for families to enjoy. But, if you are looking for great Nebraska pumpkin patches that won’t break your budget, we’ve found some gems. Nielsen’s U-Pick Kids Pumpkin Patch, Minden. This pumpkin patch is located just a few miles south of … [Read more...]