I felt a deep sense of relief and gratitude on Wednesday that the election was over; and equally relieved that President Trump’s victory was decisive enough that the country won’t be put through endless election challenges and legal disputes. My great gratitude is due to the fact that I believe our ...

One of the negative aspects of a weekly newspaper is, often times, the printed version is a week behind major news.With our printing press deadline of Monday at noon, we miss out on reporting about local, state or national news that occurs Monday afternoon/ night or Tuesday. This is one reason we ha...

One of my many hobbies, side careers, and past times is making quilts for myself, my family and those who commission me to do so. There is nothing quite as satisfying as seeing the pieces of fabric- the colors and patterns- come together in a unique creation. The more colors and patterns that make u...

Next Tuesday is the official Presidential Election for the United States of America. Those on both sides of the political spectrum are saying it’s one...

Back when I was a kid, the world was a kinder place and life was simple. Things weren’t over scrutinized, and people were more laid back and relaxed. ...

COVID has raised its ugly head again. No, maybe not on the national and state levels as those seem to be decreasing. No, this is on a personal level.O...