Opinion

Transfer bill is a political shell game

It’s a shell game. We see two shells stamped in bold letters: “ethics” and “transparency.” ...

James G. Smith

Vietnam vets finally welcomed home

On March 7, the United States Senate unanimously approved SR 55 sponsored by U.S. Sen. Richard Burr (R-N.C.) ...

Chris Wasson

Ellwood needs help preserving memories

It’s not an easy task becoming a champion. Long hours of work, dedication and some luck are all ...

Darrio Melton

Technology helps students stay competitive

The cowboy saddled up on his horse which he named Old Speedy.  Every morning the cowboy would saddle ...

Opinion

Anniversary a reminder to support troops

An anniversary came and went Saturday, most of which without fanfare, but to me, it marked an anniversary ...

Desiree Taylor

Cancer series has been an eye-opener

It’s been a month since I first began writing the series on local cancer survivors. And, I can ...

Opinion

Let’s help Selma make new friends

As the Bridge Crossing Jubilee came to a close last week, I headed to the National Voting Rights ...

Opinion

Children headed to educational basement

I prayed, but I didn’t pray for victory.  I prayed that I be able to do my best.  I ...

Columnists

Cuts are not the answer

You couldn’t help but to hear him yelling, “I am hurting! I need a dvoctor!” Swiftly, he was ...

Chris Wasson

Disaster a time for all of us to give

Whenever I write columns the main thing I try to do is keep them local. Whether news from ...

Columnists

Reeb case needs final resolution

The headline draped across an Associated Press article read “FBI investigating ’65 killing of minister in Ala.” In ...

Columnists

Celebrate women this month

As most of you may already know, I love women. I speak highly of their ingenuity, their inner ...

Columnists

Getting a fourth grade education

The phrase “kids say the darndest things” is really an understatement. My 9-year-old neice Quinn is the perfect ...

Columnists

Are the children just political pawns?

Why is it that while we are discussing the possible closure of several local schools to cut costs ...

Columnists

The legislative landscape is changing

It was the first week of the 2011 regular legislative session. It was a world of difference from ...

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