August 31, 2026 I have some very disappointing news regarding Ruhlman's Steakhouse in Ashland. It was announced last week that they are closing for renovations and rebranding. Not really sure what that means - but the Ruhlman's that we have known up to this point is no more. The head chef, John Benton, left there awhile ago and now he is the head chef at Beacon Hills in Aksarben Village in Omaha, Nebraska. I am headed there in a few weeks to check out the restaurant, and

With great pleasure I am announcing that Squire Ward's Public House is back open in a new location at 608 Seward Street in Seward, Nebraska! Now part of the historic Courtyard Square, and right next door to Gregg and Ramona Nelson's family restaurant The Pasta Barn, this location is tailor made for this new establishment. The size of this larger space allows for many new options. The kitchen is three times the size of the old one and not only allows them to serve the new ba

My latest adventure took me to the Florida Keys earlier this year. After a cold spell at the end of January, we hopped on a plane in search of warmer weather and sunshine. Of course, we went when they had an unusual cold spell in Florida also. When I say cold spell, I am saying that iguanas were falling out of trees in Miami and had to be sent to rescue facilities! Seriously! But not to be deterred, we flew to Miami, rented a car, and took the beautiful and bucket list drive

Don't always think about going to a winery when the weather is so frightful? I invite you to check out Cellar 426 Winery because right now it is the place to be! Offering live music every other Saturday night from now through March- Come sip on some award-winning wines and listen to your heart's content. Some amazing upcoming events are on the horizon to kick off Valentine's month. Perfect for date night, Galentine's plans, or just celebrating with wonderful friends over a

What Las Vegas is to adults, I would say the Wisconsin Dells is to families. Located in the beautiful area of the Wisconsin River with it's canyons and gorges, it showcases the natural beauty of the surrounding area. Best known as the "Waterpark Capital of the World" it doesn't disappoint as it is home to over twenty waterparks, one of which has the tallest waterslide in the world. Some parks are indoors and some outdoors so visitors can come year around. The busy season is f