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Pieces of Me

Pieces of Me

Pieces of Me

The technology we have available to us in 2026 is lifechanging - both good and bad.Thanks to technology, we can experience so many things by watching a screen.We can livestream our Mullen Bronco and Nebraska Husker sporting events, watch a concert recap or even livestream church.

Update from Senator Jacobson

This past Thursday night, the Nebraska Medical Association honored me with its Friend of Medicine award, the highest honor awarded to a non-medical provider. The award was primarily due to LB527, which I introduced and helped pass last year.
Dave Says

Dave Says

Dave Says

Dear Dave, My husband and I are trying hard to pay off debt and get control of our finances.The other day, my dad called and asked if we could give him $400 to take care of an overdraft at his bank. My dad’s a good man, but he has never managed money well.

Update from Senator Jacobson

Over the past several months, I have spent a lot of time discussing some of the “hot button” issues facing Nebraska.
Pieces of Me

Pieces of Me

Pieces of Me

For the last three months, every Friday evening a poll question has been posted on the Tribune’s Facebook and Instagram pages.The topics have ranged from your favorite s’mores recipe, to your first vehicle, to last week’s: Settle a debate at our house... do you use your foot to help close the...

Update from Senator Jacobson

This past week was National Volunteer Firefighters Week. The week celebrates and honors the contributions of volunteer firefighters across the United States.This week typically includes various events and activities aimed at recognizing their dedication and service to the community.
Pieces of Me

Pieces of Me

Pieces of Me

My husband Dane and I updated our wills earlier this month, ironically during “Make a Will Month.”Our attorney wondered if there was any month when you aren’t supposed to make a will?Good point.We had done our first wills nearly 14 years ago when I was pregnant with our firstborn.
Dave Says

Dave Says

Dave Says

Dear Dave,My husband and I have our $1,000 beginner emergency fund in the bank, and we’re about to start paying off debt. Currently, I’m a stay-at-home mom taking care of our new baby. My husband brings home about $3,000 a month, and we have $60,000 in student loan and credit card debt.

Update from Senator Jacobson

One of the highlights from this past week was attending the ribbon-cutting for the new North Platte airport terminal. The existing terminal was the oldest in the state and was built in 1952.Planning for the new terminal began when I served on the North Platte Airport Authority Board.