What if you want to make sure that a family member does not receive any of your assets after you die? Even though the word “disinherit” may conjure up … [Read more...] about How do I disinherit a family member?
Opinion
Dear Dianna: Sibling squabble over father’s funeral arrangements
Dear Dianna, My father passed away yesterday, and what should have been a time to mourn and celebrate life turned into an uncomfortable and … [Read more...] about Dear Dianna: Sibling squabble over father’s funeral arrangements
Opinion: Being a rural advocate at home, in the Capitol
By Trenton Buhr, policy associate, Center for Rural Affairs Democracy needs input from citizens to thrive, but figuring out how to share your voice … [Read more...] about Opinion: Being a rural advocate at home, in the Capitol
Dear Dianna: Blindsided by a Friend
I had a friend I would talk to up to 25 times a day, and she talked me through my divorce and other problems. For months everything seemed fine. Then, … [Read more...] about Dear Dianna: Blindsided by a Friend
Letter to the Editor: Bill Lang Cancer Fund
Dear Editor, Bill Lang has been diagnosed with Squamous Cell Carcinoma, a form of neck/throat cancer that requires many trips to Las Vegas for … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Bill Lang Cancer Fund
Dear Dianna: Babysitter Doesn’t Want Cameras on Her
Dear Dianna, I babysit for the children of family and friends for some extra cash. But while I have nothing to hide, I hate how everyone seems to have … [Read more...] about Dear Dianna: Babysitter Doesn’t Want Cameras on Her
Dear Dianna: Can’t Lose Weight
Dear Dianna, I have been steadily gaining weight since my 20s, and it has reached a very unhealthy peak. I have tried and failed at every single diet, … [Read more...] about Dear Dianna: Can’t Lose Weight
How do I discuss estate planning with my family and loved ones?
Throughout my twenty years as an estate planning attorney, I have experienced the effects of the above question. Too often, the problem has been … [Read more...] about How do I discuss estate planning with my family and loved ones?
Opinion: Appropriations and COVID-19 relief bill has implications in rural America
By Kayla Bergman, senior policy associate, Center for Rural Affairs In late December, Congress passed the Emergency Coronavirus Relief Act of 2020. … [Read more...] about Opinion: Appropriations and COVID-19 relief bill has implications in rural America
Letter: Recognizing Emergency Responders
Thank you for your article in the January 22nd paper recognizing the volunteer emergency responders throughout Lincoln County. The amount of hours … [Read more...] about Letter: Recognizing Emergency Responders