With every shooting involving both citizens in uniform and those not, the same question inevitably arises from people unfamiliar with the realities of defensive shootings. Across every media …

This morning finds my mind foggy and weary and not much wanting to get anything done. It’s not from lack of sleep or anything. I expect it’s from too much input. There are so many things going on …

The French Revolution stands head and shoulders (pun intended) above the crowd in Western History when it comes to demonstrating the dangers of “democracy.” Never let someone get away with …

“Whoever is patient has great understanding, but one who is quick-tempered displays folly.” – Proverbs 14:29 A couple of weeks ago, I called and asked a question. Nothing official, just …

Have you ever seen a dog in a vest and wondered, “Can I pet them? Are they allowed to be here? What are they trained for?” You’re not alone! The different roles that animals can have often get …

I continually see suggestions from folks insisting that government agencies should bring more "things" to our community. I've seen calls for factories, restaurants, low-income housing, skating rinks, …

Harry Chapin once wrote a song, the chorus of which is: All my life's a circle Sunrise and sundown The moon rolls through the nighttime 'Til the daybreak comes around All my life's a circle But I …

Mention data centers and you're likely concerned about increasing electric bills, water consumption, noise, and whether these facilities truly benefit the communities where they're built. Those …

I remember clearly as a boy soldier watching in our barracks day room President Reagan’s Farewell Address. Of all the words of advice to their nation by outgoing presidents, I think Presidents …

Several years ago, the television network USA launched a campaign called Character Parade. The idea was to have viewers contribute stories and pictures of unique people who stood out in everyday …

Jackson County is heading into an election unlike anything most of us have seen. Starting in 2027, all three magistrate seats will have new faces. The primary elections have already decided who will …

For many women in their 40s and early 50s, unexpected mood changes, anxiety, or depression can feel confusing and isolating. “Am I losing my mind?” is a question countless women …

There is an old old oak tree growing in our backyard. It’s been there for as long as anyone living can remember. It’s a beautiful old oak. The Boy loved it so much that, as a child, he asked for …

I’ve often cited the famous chocolate conveyor belt scene from the old “I Love Lucy” television program in explaining how to sift through the flurry of events which make up an American …

That air hose, laid out there inviting all us knucklehead teens to fill our mismatched Goodyears, meant something. In a world where everyone rightfully charges for every service, it takes me back to …

Fear, anxiety, and phobias are terms we often hear—and sometimes use interchangeably—but they don’t all mean the same thing. While they’re closely related, each describes a different kind of …

Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others.” Philippians 2:4 One thing I’ve learned over the last year is what can happen when people come …

It has been a bit over a week now since we received the news that Phil Curd had passed. It is still very difficult to put things into words but I’ll try my best. I’ve written before about Phil …

I recently drove my family to Washington, D.C. for the first time. If you’ve only ever flown into our nation’s capital, I highly recommend you take the scenic path east on your next visit. The …

That little, harmless looking app your child downloaded onto their iPhone may be doing more than wasting time. An artificial intelligence chatbot could be having conversations with them that no child …