Dear Dianna, Every year my mother pressures me to do a Christmas card and every year we have an argument about it. This year was no different except … [Read more...] about Dear Dianna: Bossy Mother Puts on Holiday Pressure
Opinion
How charitable giving can benefit everyone except “Uncle Sam”
Although charitable giving can be beneficial whether you have a large or small estate, there can be significant tax savings for larger estates that … [Read more...] about How charitable giving can benefit everyone except “Uncle Sam”
Dear Dianna: My Best Friend Proposed; I Can’t Accept
Dear Dianna, I have been very good friends with a man for over two years now. The last few months things have changed from an awesome unromantic … [Read more...] about Dear Dianna: My Best Friend Proposed; I Can’t Accept
Opinion: Shop safe, shop local
By Halle Ramsey The COVID-19 pandemic has caused many events to be canceled this year, but it does not take away the opportunity to shop local … [Read more...] about Opinion: Shop safe, shop local
Be thankful for people
The Apostle Paul wrote, “I thank my God whenever I remember you.” (Philippians 1:3) Thanksgiving season is here…not only this week and next, but … [Read more...] about Be thankful for people
Dear Dianna: I Caught My Step-Daughter With Drugs
Dear Dianna, I am a stepmother to a wonderful girl who I’ve known most of her life. We’ve maintained a good relationship up until this point…but last … [Read more...] about Dear Dianna: I Caught My Step-Daughter With Drugs
Dear Dianna: Vegan in-laws causing Thanksgiving drama
Dear Dianna, My brother-in-law and his wife will be coming to Thanksgiving dinner with me and my husband this year, mainly because they self-invited. … [Read more...] about Dear Dianna: Vegan in-laws causing Thanksgiving drama
Opinion: Military veterans – grow with agriculture
By Erin Schoenberg, project associate, Center for Rural Affairs For those who have served in the military, agriculture can be a rewarding next … [Read more...] about Opinion: Military veterans – grow with agriculture
Gratitude and estate planning
Thanksgiving brings fond memories. As a young boy growing up, I loved meeting at grandma’s house on 21st Street in old Las Vegas. We crammed … [Read more...] about Gratitude and estate planning
Dear Dianna: Political boyfriend causing family drama
Dear Dianna, I introduced my boyfriend to my family a year ago and he fit in so well and everything went so smoothly I couldn’t have hoped for a … [Read more...] about Dear Dianna: Political boyfriend causing family drama