Living Big in a Small City
Upon starting at Hastings College, I had embarked on an adventure to a small city in the middle of Nebraska. Being from Omaha, it was a culture shock. No nightlife, lack of entertainment, and minimal chain restaurants. I thought I would hate it. But, spending most of my time on campus taught me how much more important the people are—instead of all the available activities.
Facebook vs. Twitter
How can Twitter be so cool if all I do is write Facebook statuses on it? Click here to read more of Jake's Twitter revelation,.
Coaching, it’s in my Blood
The definition of a coach in the Webster’s Dictionary is “one who instructs players in the fundamentals of a competitive sport and directs team strategy.” While I would agree with that 100%...coaching involves so much more.
I Need A Recess
Who decided between 6th and 7th grade I didn’t deserve a recess anymore? I motion that the new cutoff should be as soon as you get your high school diploma. Up until then, each and every high school kid gets a 45-minute recess. I would happily give up a study hall for a 45-minute recess, who wouldn’t?
One Thousand
One thousand can either be a lot or a little. It’s a little when you’re burning through Chuck E. Cheese’s game tokens at a fourth grade birthday party and have to share those tokens with a hundred other kids. But this Christmas, a thousand seemed like an endless number.
Communication Technology
An interesting topic was brought up last week in English class. To start off class my English teacher, Mrs. Marker, had each of us write a paragraph based on the idea that recent advancements in communication technologies like Facebook, Twitter, smart phones, and Skype are slowly killing human social life. It was meant to be a persuasive paragraph on whether I thought these advancements were good or bad for the future of human interaction.
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Feature, Food & Dining, Opinions
Applebee’s in Hastings: Mission Accomplished?
Congratulations, Hastings. You finally got your Applebee’s. But remember the inimitable GW on the deck of the aircraft carrier proudly declaring “Mission Accomplished.” We all know how that turned out.
Coupons and Deals, Shopping
Grocery Deals (Dec. 6-12)
Three circulars—Smart Source (SS), Red Plum (RP) and Proctor & Gamble (PG) are available most Saturdays in the Hastings Tribune and other area newspapers.
Feature, Generations
Semester Tests
At Adams Central, December is typically the time to put semester tests on your mind. Whether you call it “Finals” or “Semester Tests”, it’s generally the same idea. All of the important content (or unimportant content depending on one’s attitude towards school) is put in one test, and you are expected by your teachers and parents to take this exam and pass.
Home & Garden
Decorate Naturally
Holiday decorating of the home and deck with wreaths, evergreen garlands and arrangements made from native materials has its advantages. Not only will it show your creativity, or save on the budget, but it can help you plan next year’s additions to your landscape. Our area has an impressive variety of natural material available to [...]
Feature, Health & Fitness, Nutrition
Tis the Season for Goodies at the Office
It’s officially that time of year again….time for Holiday goodies to overtake the office at the Chamber.
Gardening, Home & Garden
2012 Master Gardener Training
Master Gardener Training Dates for 2012 have just been released. Hall County Extension Educator, Elizabeth Killinger, gives leadership to education programs for the University of Nebraska Master Gardener program.
Generations
Thanksmas is Here!
For about 25 years, my family of origin has celebrated Thanksmas. Not a familiar holiday to you? Well, let me explain.





