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Have a great weekend everyone! Can I get a "like" for Friday?!

from:Nebraska Wesleyan University

Have a great weekend everyone! Can I get a "like" for Friday?!

Fortenberry Responds to President's 'Accommodation' of Religious Institutions

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today issued the following statement in reaction to the President's decision to "accommodate" American religious...

Congrats to the cast and crew!

from:Nebraska Wesleyan University

Congrats to the cast and crew!Review: NWU's 'Spring Awakening' sounds like the originaljournalstar.comIf I hadn't been sitting in Nebraska Wesleyan...

Fort Report: Defending Religious Liberty and Our Rights of Conscience

During his recent speech at the National Prayer Breakfast, President Obama asserted something pretty strong: "We can't leave our values at the door." His next line...

UNL business students initiate new ethics code

from:University of Nebraska - Lincoln

Wall Street, Fortune 500 companies and businesses across the world continually discuss the importance of ethics in business. A group of University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of...

Johanns: Conscience "Compromise" a Betrayal to People of Faith

WASHINGTON – Sen. Mike Johanns (R-Neb.) today denounced the so-called "compromise" on the birth control mandate in the health care law announced today by the White House. ...

Fort Minute: Prohibiting Insider Trading and Protecting Rights of Conscience

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Public Invited to Open House on Downtown Projects

from:City of Lincoln

The public is invited to an open house on three downtown projects from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, February 15 at the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce, 1135 "M" Street. Event...

Spring Awakening opens tonight at NWU Theatre! Get your tickets online:

from:Nebraska Wesleyan University

Spring Awakening opens tonight at NWU Theatre! Get your tickets online: http://ow.ly/8YCL1 or call the box office 402.465.2384 #lnk

Mayor Beutler Says Downtown Fiber Project Will Promote Economic Development

from:City of Lincoln

Mayor Chris Beutler today announced that the City of Lincoln will place a grid of communication fiber conduits in downtown Lincoln. He will propose to the City Council that up...

Poetry showcase featuring Strivers Row Poets is Feb. 17

from:University of Nebraska - Lincoln

It is often said that young people don't read anymore, but they will listen. At 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 17, the University Program Council and the Jackie Gaughan Multicultural...

Jacht Club welcomes new clients, students in 2012

from:University of Nebraska - Lincoln

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln's student advertising agency, Jacht Club, started off the 2012 spring semester by welcoming new members, beginning work for new clients and...

LF&R Promotes Borer to Assistant Chief

from:City of Lincoln

Fire Chief John Huff today announced the selection of Battalion Chief Patrick Borer as Assistant Chief of Lincoln Fire and Rescue (LF&R). Captain Eric Jones has been selected...

Fortenberry Responds to Speaker Boehner’s Charge

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Congressman Jeff Fortenberry, author of H.R. 1179, the Respect for Rights of Conscience Act, which was introduced in March of last year, responded to House...

Another photo taken last weekend. All that snow makes campus look a bit surreal,...

from:Nebraska Wesleyan University

Another photo taken last weekend. All that snow makes campus look a bit surreal, don't you think?

Johanns Calls for Senate Action on Line-Item Veto Legislation

WASHINGTON – Sen. Mike Johanns (R-Neb.) today called for Senator Harry Reid (D-Nev.) to join the House of Representatives and allow a vote on legislation granting the...

'Cocktails with Larry Miller' at Lied Center Saturday

from:University of Nebraska - Lincoln

Comedian Larry Miller is coming to the Lied Center for Performing Arts at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with his one-man show, "Cocktails with Larry Miller." This...

1862 Great Sioux Uprising is topic of Feb. 15 Olson Seminar

from:University of Nebraska - Lincoln

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Ariana Hargis is a Real Livesaver

Ariana Hargis is the kind of lifeguard you want on duty when your loved ones are in the pool. She's a quick-thinking, focused professional with eyes in the back of her head. When...

Arts Incorporated Seeks Junior ASP.NET Developer

Arts Incorporated, an arts management company working with a variety of nonprofit organizations such as the Nebraska Brass, Nebraska Jazz Orchestra, Lincoln Midwest Ballet...

Human Rights Commission Seeks Nominees for Awards

from:City of Lincoln

The Lincoln Commission on Human Right (LCHR) is seeking nominations for two awards to be presented this spring: The Gerald Henderson Human Rights Award was established by the...

New York City band SYOTOS brings cool Latin rhythms to Rococo

from:University of Nebraska - Lincoln

If you haven't heard of SYOTOS, think Tito Puente meets James Brown meets Charles Ives and you've got it right....

Check out this bowl from last year's Empty Bowls! Now that's talent!

from:Nebraska Wesleyan University

Check out this bowl from last year's Empty Bowls! Now that's talent!Empty

'Recyclemania' national campus competition runs through March 31

from:University of Nebraska - Lincoln

Instead of chucking yesterday's memo or soda bottle into the trash, consider recycling them. You could help the University of Nebraska-Lincoln win the national Recyclemania...

Tree Cleanup Continues in Lincoln

from:City of Lincoln

Community Forestry crews continue to work throughout the City to clear trees and branches that fell as a result of this weekend's storms. To report City street tree branches...

Mayor Presents December Award of Excellence

from:City of Lincoln

Mayor Chris Beutler today presented the Mayor's Award of Excellence for December to Randy Winch, Heavy Equipment Mechanic for the Street Maintenance Operations Division of...

A short video about last year's Empty Bowls event. :)

from:Nebraska Wesleyan University

A short video about last year's Empty Bowls event. :)

The story behind Bowls for Backpacks!

from:Nebraska Wesleyan University

The story behind Bowls for Backpacks!

Join us this year for Bowls for Backpacks and help raise money for the Food Bank...

from:Nebraska Wesleyan University

Join us this year for Bowls for Backpacks and help raise money for the Food Bank of Lincoln's BackPack Program!Bowls for Backpacks: An Empty Bowls EventSunday, February 26

'Dinosaurs and Disasters' Feb. 11 at Morrill Hall

from:University of Nebraska - Lincoln

The University of Nebraska State Museum and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences will host the eighth-annual "Dinosaurs and...

Productive use of time over the weekend on a snowy campus. Who else made a snow...

from:Nebraska Wesleyan University

Productive use of time over the weekend on a snowy campus. Who else made a snow man?

Sen. Johanns Warns Against Administration’s Violation of Conscience Protections in Health Care Law

WASHINGTON – U.S. Sen. Mike Johanns (R-Neb.) today spoke on the Senate floor to discuss the Obama Administration’s attack on religious freedoms granted in the...

Johanns Warns Against Administration's Violation of Conscience Protections in Health Care Law

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'Sunday Scientist' to explore snakes of the past and present Feb. 19

from:University of Nebraska - Lincoln

The University of Nebraska State Museum's next Sunday with a Scientist program for children and families will explore snakes of the past and present. The program will take...

UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT: Sen. Johanns Warns Against Administration’s Violation of Conscience Protections

Mr. Johanns: Mr. President, I come to the floor today to talk about an issue of paramount importance to our country, the issue of religious freedom. Our great nation was founded...

CBO Sounding an Alarm Bell on Spending

Though Washington can be a very divided town, there is one voice which often captures everyone's attention. The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) is widely regarded by...

Dog Training Classes Starting Now!

from:Greater Lincoln Obedience Club

Since 1963, the Greater Lincoln Obedience Club's motto has been "Training you to train your dog," a motto that still applies ...

Residential Plowing Expected to Begin This Evening

from:City of Lincoln

Mayor Chris Beutler has declared a residential parking ban effective at 8 a.m. Sunday, February 5. However, Public Works and Utilities crews will begin plowing in some residential...

Residents Asked to Report Fallen Trees and Tree Limbs

from:City of Lincoln

Heavy, wet snow and wind are causing trees and branches to fall. Lincoln residents are asked to call the Lincoln Police Department's non-emergency number at 402-441-6000 to...

City Offers Options During Parking Bans

from:City of Lincoln

With the City's first big snowstorm of the year possible, Mayor Beutler reminds residents that their cooperation is needed to remove vehicles from the streets to allow for...

Parks and Recreation Receives "HEROES" Grant

from:City of Lincoln

The Lincoln Parks and Recreation was recently awarded a $1,000 UnitedHealth HEROES grant from Youth Service America (YSA) and UnitedHealth Group to help fund the Fun Times for...

Museum postpones 'Dinos and Disasters' to Feb. 11

from:University of Nebraska - Lincoln

Due to projected inclement weather, the University of Nebraska State Museum has postponed the Feb. 4 "Dinosaurs and Disasters" event. It has been rescheduled to 9:30...

Sen. Johanns on Daily Rundown Discussing Keystone XL Pipeline

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Super Experience: A Patriots Victory Would Be Second Super Bowl Win For NWU Alum...

from:Nebraska Wesleyan University

Super Experience: A Patriots Victory Would Be Second Super Bowl Win For NWU Alum http://ow.ly/8QjZ5 #lnk

City Updating Pavement Condition Survey

from:City of Lincoln

Mayor Chris Beutler today said updating the City's pavement condition survey will provide important data on how to prioritize street repair projects. A specially equipped van...

City Has Filled More Than 7,000 Potholes This Winter

from:City of Lincoln

Mayor Chris Beutler said the number of potholes repaired this winter is up over last year. In December and January, the City spent 3,283 hours repairing 7,283 potholes. In the...

Mayor Names Taylor-Riley Director of Equity and Diversity

from:City of Lincoln

Mayor Chris Beutler today announced the selection of Kimberley Taylor-Riley, an Omaha attorney, as the new Director of Equity and Diversity, effective February 8. In this...

University amps up already-aggressive approach to eliminate bedbugs

from:University of Nebraska - Lincoln

University of Nebraska-Lincoln housing leaders are continuing to take an aggressive approach to finding and eliminating bedbugs across residential facilities and on Wednesday...

Open House Tuesday for Holmes Clubhouse Project

from:City of Lincoln

The public is invited to an open house on the Holmes Golf Course clubhouse project from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, February 7 at the current clubhouse, 3701 S. 70th St. Plans and...

Sen. Johanns Participates in Colloquy on Keystone XL Pipeline

Mr. Johanns: Thank you, Mr. President. I appreciate the comments that have been offered by my colleagues from South Dakota and from North Dakota. They absolutely have it right in...