If your pillowcase could talk, what would it say? Women at the Nebraska Correctional Center for Women (NCCW) recently spent an afternoon exploring this question and putting their creative mark on personal pillowcases. Thirty-one women participated in this fun and introspective activity.

The event was organized by Water Walkers, a NCCW peer-led support group that seeks to help individuals with a challenging past see the possibility of new, positive beginnings. The group has sponsored multiple retreats for the population, along with monthly meetings to uplift and encourage each other in pursuing positive paths. Members of...Read more

This fall, Governor Pete Ricketts announced an initiative to recognize and thank our active military and veteran teammates. Warden Craig Gable recently presented these coins to team members at the Tecumseh State Correctional Institution in appreciation for all they have done. Thank you for your service to the department and our country! #MakeADifference #KeepPeopleSafeRead more

In the past year, this team has processed more than 10,000 pieces of mail to staff and the incarcerated population at the Omaha Correctional Center (OCC). In recognition of their excellent teamwork, Office Technician Jessica Kohl (left) and Mail/Material Specialist Tina Tyler were recently chosen as the OCC Operations Person of the Year. Both team members do an excellent job ensuring the delivery of mail to the appropriate locations throughout OCC. Congratulations on this well-deserved honor! #MakeADifference #KeepPeopleSafeRead more