The Complete Patriot’s Guide to apple pie
Like almost everything, our national dessert didn’t begin here – and neither did its main ingredient.
The myth of ‘everyone has an ID’
Anywhere from 54,000 to 70,000 Nebraskans could be kept from voting if a new voter ID scheme comes to pass.
America, we need to talk: Join us July 28 for PURPLE
PURPLE models a rare, mediated conversation that uplifts and inspires even while going toward the heat of passionate political differences.
Keep the faith – and spread it, too
Democracy works only if enough people believe democracy works.
The Complete Patriot’s Guide to Independence Day
A speed history of our nation’s ‘birthday.’
Civic readiness for redevelopment
Run-down, potentially contaminated properties – also known as brownfields – can be a drain on the community, but they can also be an opportunity for activating relationships and community strengths.
Let the Civic Season begin
The Civic Season – from Juneteenth to July 4 – is an opportunity to commit everyday acts that strengthen our democracy.
What a ‘roll’ model!
a’Ron Burns, a 17-year-old high school student and an alumnus of Civic Nebraska’s Trailblazer Afterschool Academy, is making history in Omaha, one rolled ice cream treat at a time.
Watch: The 2022 Strengthening Democracy Awards
On June 9, Civic Nebraska and 150 supporters gathered in Lincoln to celebrate five outstanding Nebraskans who build community, create change, champion learning, lead by example, and protect voting rights.
Safe, secure, certified: Nebraska Primary officially in the books
The 414,869 ballots make 2022 our largest-ever gubernatorial primary election, with just less than half being cast early.