To hear the Congress tell it, wars and tax cuts are a good thing. Medicare and Social Security are mentioned in dis- dain, as though “entitlement” were a dirty word. The greatest threat to o... Read more
Sometimes interesting or humorous true stories from the distant past just morph their way into my columns. Such is the case of this true story which emerged out of a conversation with a good... Read more
“THEY ONLY SOURCE OF KNOWLEDGE IS EXPERIENCE.” Albert Einstein Anderson Creek, Starbuck, Rhea, #34 Complex, these are all names of huge fires that we have learned a lot from. Now what... Read more
According to the calendar, it was over sixty-seven years ago that I marched down the aisle of the little Buhler High School auditorium to the sound of Pomp and Circumstance to graduate. Th... Read more
Those who think that privatizing the Veterans Administration is a good idea should have a look at Kansas and the calamity of KanCare. It’s a lesson in what happens when a critical public ser... Read more
It’s come to my attention that lately there’s been an influx of dairymen into the cattle business due to low milk prices. For many, making “The Change” has brought gr... Read more
By Tonya Stevenson As I had watched 2017’s big eclipse it seemed the Holy Spirit whispered comfort into my soul for the days ahead…sometimes close up trials block the light and, in our... Read more
“A PEOPLE WITHOUT THE KNOWLEDGE OF THEIR PAST HISTORY, ORIGIN, AND CULTURE IS LIKE A TREE WITHOUT ROOTS. Marcus Garvey I always seem to stir up teachers with my opinions and if... Read more
Lack of understanding and critical thinking on the part of some in the environmental movement has compromised their effectiveness as self-appointed protector and guardian of our planet. When... Read more
Before diving into the April 16th column I’d like to re-visit the April 9th column featuring a new healthy avocado dip. This past week I found myself purchasing packages of the pre-packaged... Read more
