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Donald Trump is a born shiller.   At present, he is shilling Trump athletic shoes, Trump coins, and Trump watches, among other things.  And now he has added a special edition of the Holy …

Accountability is tough. Whether it’s holding someone else accountable or ourselves, it’s a challenge many leaders face daily. In fact, I hear the question time and time again: “How …

When I heard Donald Trump and J. D. Vance accuse Haitians in Springfield, Ohio of eating cats and dogs and geese, I grabbed my hammer and stared nailing boards across my cat doors.  My cats …

Suicide is the second-leading cause of death among teenagers and young adults in the United States. However, suicide doesn’t end with the tragedy itself. The loss of those who die by …

It amazes me that there are so many people out there who genuinely believe there is no God. What other explanation is there for anything to exist? My family had a great opportunity this weekend …

I was flabbergasted to learn that some people think God has handpicked Trump to be our next president. Where did this idea come from? Since God did a very good job through Bible prophecy of …

Have you ever found yourself truly lost, unsure of where to turn? With modern technology at our fingertips, it’s a rare experience today. But imagine the days before GPS, when being lost meant …

“Too aggressive.” Do you know how many times I’ve heard that phrase uttered by officials and leaders in this county regarding my journalism? Far too many. This phrase is interesting …

In a time when digital media is everywhere, it’s easy to overlook the value of local community newspapers. But those of us who produce these publications know how important they are in …

Most motorcycles don't have a "reverse" gear, but that hasn't stopped America's biggest bike brand from backpedaling on its DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) initiatives. A mental image of a …

Why does J. D. Vance assume that all childless married women have cats?  Surely in this United States, there are at least a few childless married dog ladies or parrot ladies, maybe even a gerbil …

The Richardson house got a little noisier last week with the addition of Buddy, an eight-week-old Golden Retriever puppy. He’s cute, cuddly, and loves to get into everything – just what …

Over the past three months, we’ve explored the concept of trust, dissecting it into four integral components. Today, we present the final piece: credibility. Alongside chemistry, character, and …

      I understand that some people have been displaying the American flag upside down.  I do hope that on July 4th they saw fit to fly it properly in honor of …

Saturday’s attempted assassination of Donald Trump prompted immediate and much warranted discussion about political violence. Political tension and divisiveness in America is only getting …

I want to voice my views about a couple of things here in Weakley County. The County mayors Election for one-the election should not be a one-party race-every person-man or woman-should have the …

On Independence Day, we fly flags, eat bar-b-que, and spare a thought, I hope, for those who died so that we could be free.  President Biden recognizes their sacrifice. On his recent visit to …

As Warren Bennis wisely observed, "Trust is essential for leadership. Competence is the glue that holds trust together." This captures the importance of competency as a crucial component of trust and …

Regardless of what Republicans in Congress and elsewhere are proclaiming about Donald Trump’s indictment and conviction, President Joe Biden did not indict Donald Trump.  The Justice …