Never Forget: 9/11, ninth-grade scandals, and sins of pride

A work of short fiction by Astrid Munn.
Defend democracy – observe the 2024 elections with Civic Nebraska

Election Protectors act in a passive role, monitoring elections and the polling places and reporting their observations back to Civic Nebraska, particularly instances of concern.
Building civic health the Civic Nebraska way

Nancy Petitto on why civic health is vital to defend and sustain a modern and robust democracy.
Rep. Justin J. Pearson, one of ‘Tennessee 3’, to keynote Strengthening Democracy Awards

The event will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. on June 27 at the Johnny Carson Center for Emerging Media Arts on the University of Nebraska-Lincoln campus.
Strong Neighborhood Grants make an impact. Apply now.

Civic Nebraska and the Lincoln Community Builder Coalition are awarding grants to Lincoln groups and individuals to build up the capital city’s neighborhoods.
6 ways to celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Day

Random acts of kindness can trigger the release of endorphins, reduce stress and anxiety, foster a culture of gratitude, remind us of our capacity for compassion in our ever-interconnected world – and strengthen our precious American democracy.
Meet Nicole Crumbley, Sherman CLC site director

As Sherman’s CLC site director, Nicole is an advocate for youth, families, and residents of Sherman’s northeast Omaha neighborhood.
Media literacy: Join us for ‘Trust Me’ screening, Q+A

The Sheldon Museum of Art will screen the award-winning documentary “Trust Me,” which explores how media technology influences society and what we can do about it.
Our 2024 Civic Valentines

Enjoy and share our 2024 Civic Valentines.
A close call at the statehouse

While the latest challenge to Nebraskans’ voting rights has been avoided for now, an even more extreme measure will be considered next week.