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Pillen On The Mend After Serious Accident

Governor Plans To Resume Office Activities This Week After Being Thrown Off Horse

Gov. Jim Pillen was discharged Friday from Nebraska Medicine in Omaha, where he has received treatment for injuries resulting from a horse-riding accident.

He will continue his recovery at the Governor's Residence and planned to resume his office activities this week.

Pillen and his family shared their profound gratitude for the care and support provided by the medical team and staff at Nebraska Medicine in Omaha. His office said they also appreciate the many well-wishes from Nebraskans and expressed their hope that everyone has a blessed and prosperous New Year.

The governor's office issued a...