‘Super fair’ in 2010 stirs enthusiasm

Plans by the Lancaster Event Center to fill the vacuum left when the Nebraska State Fair departs for Grand Island are appreciated.

New immigration focus more balanced

It was encouraging to hear that the federal officials will go after employers in the region this year as they enforce immigration laws.

Delay for arena vote is sensible decision

Nebraska and the city of Lincoln have been insulated from some of the jolts delivered by the credit crisis. The decision by Mayor Chris Beutler and other local leaders to delay a planned vote this spring on the pr

West must take steps against Russia

For the third consecutive year, Russia shut off natural gas supplies to the European Union, as well as some nations formerly in the old Soviet Union. Gas was to resume flowing Tuesday, but only after considerable econom

Time right for new state energy plan

One of the smarter moves by Gov. Dave Heineman was to elevate the state energy office to cabinet level, giving the branch of government the importance it deserves.

Journal Star editorial board presents its agenda

The Journal Star editorial board once again is presenting its agenda for the coming year.

Congress should add more TV coupons

Nebraska's congressional delegation should twist arms in Washington for quick action to replenish the depleted subsidy fund for TV converter boxes for the switch next month to digital television.