The Apiary: a fellowship to empower local civic leaders
The yearlong fellowship brings together emerging leaders from towns, cities, and campuses across our state.
Strengthening Democracy: Ella Fundus
The Lincolnite is honored for her service and commitment to empowering others, particularly youth with disabilities, through theater, mentorship, and advocacy.
Let’s go! Kid Governor kicks off in Nebraska
Sept. 29 marks the “official” launch of Nebraska’s Kid Governor®, a statewide initiative giving young people a real say in their communities.
Strengthening Democracy: Astrid Munn
The immigration attorney, adjunct professor, Civic Saturday fellow, published author, and stand-up comedian shows how many forms learning can take to fortify democracy.
Civic Saturday to explore ‘These Truths’
Lincoln’s final Civic Saturday of 2025 is 11 am Saturday, Nov. 15, at The Gathering Grove, 2649 N. 48th St.
Strengthening Democracy: Nicolas Jaramillo
The Omahan is our 2025 Civic Catalyst for visionary leadership amplifying Latino voices.
What? So What? Now What?: Dissent and democracy
The administration’s actions are a test of whether Americans will accept the redefinition of dissent as distortion, of criticism as crime.
Strengthening Democracy: Laura Gamboa Urrego
The Grand Islander is our 2025 Community Builder for bringing disparate groups together to tackle common challenges.
Red flag: DOJ demands Nebraska’s voter data
The Justice Department has asked Nebraska for its full, unredacted voter registration list, including driver’s license numbers and Social Security digits. This risks identity theft and undermines public trust.
The Constitution Day Super-Quiz II
Test your knowledge of our nation’s supreme law of the land.