Stepanek expects to be 'fully exonerated'

A man who will be on Lancaster County ballots next week in an effort to be the next state senator for District 27 was in county court Tuesday on a DUI charge. ...more

Commission rejects claims by both political parties against state senators

A commission that enforces campaign rules has dismissed complaints made by the Republican Party against a state senator. ...more

McDonald: The system became 'part of me'

Two years into their marriage Vickie McDonald agreed to take on her dying husband's dream. Seven-plus years later, as term limits end that job, she has grown to love it. ...more

Soper: God, family come first

Tami Soper, 40, works as a legislative aide. She is a six-year member of the Nebraska Air National Guard and has served on numerous nonprofit and civic boards. ...more

Haar: We must be wise stewards of our resources

Ken Haar, 65, served on the Lincoln City Council from 1989 to 1997. He is a math and science teacher turned computer technology consultant and systems analyst. ...more

Barrett: Leaders need to listen

Vern Barrett, 68, is a University of Nebraska-Lincoln professor in the Department of Agriculture, Leadership and Communications and works on community development issues through UNL extension services. ...more

Schell: Exercise mind, body, spirit

Curtis Schell, 43, works as a corrections officer for both the state and Lancaster County. He is a member of Glad Tidings Assembly of God Church. ...more

Larsen: Race isn't about money

Justin Larsen, 30, works in the police department for Union Pacific Railroad as a support desk coordinator. ...more

• Jeffers: Economy is hurting young people

• Coash: Make change happen

• Marvin: Every day brings new challenges

• Stepanek: Take on tasks with passion

• Campbell: Looking for long-term solutions

• Smoyer: Fight for what needs to be done

• Wagner: Voters' biggest concern is taxes