
Opinion


Honor thy mother
“I wish Somebody would help me with this greeting for Mother’s Day,” said the boy named Billy. “I can’t think of anything; and we get marked on it in school, too.”

The simple shepherd: Pope Francis
When Pope Francis passed away, I didn’t expect my mom to take it so hard. She’s a woman of quiet faith, not one for fanfare or pageantry.

A run for the trees
Half an hour was not a winning time in last week’s Happy Little Trees 5K race but it was good enough to place in the top 15% of finishers who had reported results as of Monday morning. Late reports are likely to be added—28% more results were submitted in 2024.

Why we celebrate International Workers’ Day
Toward the end of the 19th century, the United States of America was home to many working people’s organizations. Two such organizations, the Knights of… Login to continue reading Login…

Letter: Constitution and rule of law
Dear Editor, Crimes, cruelty and corruption are all the people of the United States are getting from the President and his administration. This country has… Login to continue reading Login…

Weather or not
I was awake in a warm house when the sun came up on Easter morning.

Why we celebrate Arbor Day
Arbor Day is observed around the country to highlight the importance of trees

Letter: What kind of government do you want?
Dear Editor, What kind of government do you want? I want – -A democracy -a government for all, red, yellow, black and white. -A government… Login to continue reading Login…

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