A very special thank you to each and every one of you who brought a smile by, and celebrated Joyce's life with me. The friends Joyce and I have made … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: A Special Thank You
Opinion
Letter to the Editor: My Heart is Full of Gratitude
Wow! Where to even start. My heart is full of gratitude for all the people who showed up the evening of January 10th. The fire department, my … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: My Heart is Full of Gratitude
Opinion: Investing in small meat processors key to creating resilient food system
By Johnathan Hladik, policy director, Center for Rural Affairs With demand for local foods growing steadily over the past 16 months, livestock … [Read more...] about Opinion: Investing in small meat processors key to creating resilient food system
Elder abuse
A topic that seems rarely to be addressed by the media, but which has serious consequences, is elder abuse. Caring for frail older people is a very … [Read more...] about Elder abuse
Letter: Gravel Grinder Thank Yous
In regards to the article that rant last week regarding the Gravel Grinder at Beaver Dam State Park, I would just like to take a minute to recognize a … [Read more...] about Letter: Gravel Grinder Thank Yous
Letter: Thank You From Billy Walker Family
The families of William F. (Billy) Walker want to thank everyone for their phone calls, food, cards, visits, and moral support. Your kindness is … [Read more...] about Letter: Thank You From Billy Walker Family
Dear Dianna: Teenage Girl Harassed by Elderly Man
Dear Dianna, My seventeen-year-old daughter was waiting outside our local store for a friend, when an elderly man we know stopped and chatted with her … [Read more...] about Dear Dianna: Teenage Girl Harassed by Elderly Man
Dear Dianna: Am I a Bad Mom?
Dear Dianna, I have entered a new phase of life where my children are becoming teens and preteens. It is fun and exciting and challenging. One of my … [Read more...] about Dear Dianna: Am I a Bad Mom?
Letter: No SNORE race this year
I would like to thank the Caliente BLM office for trying so hard to make the SNORE off-road race happen June 5th this year. As some of you know the … [Read more...] about Letter: No SNORE race this year
Letter: Jolly’s Drug Store Thank You
Jolly’s Drug Store has sold its business to Andrew Bleak. Jolly’s would like to express appreciation and thanks to all those in the communities … [Read more...] about Letter: Jolly’s Drug Store Thank You