Rich: The once incredible friend

There was once a friend I had who was incredible.Remarkable. Exciting.It's too splendid for any adjective in the English language.She is still my friend.But she no longer fits any description above.What she is now is what most of us are – ordinary.Normal. And, too often, downright ho-hum.But once?

Letter to the Editor: Harris shouldn’t raise taxes on corporations

Dear Editor,As I understand VP Harris’ advertising, if elected, she will raise taxes on corporations. The implied benefit is that this will help middle-class citizens. It sounds good if you say it fast. But if you understand economics, you know it's different.

Letter to the Editor: Don’t listen to election lies

Dear Editor,Coming up on the fourth anniversary of the 2020 election, we are amazed at the continued peddling of the Trump campaign election lies.

Letter to the Editor: Here is what you will get

Dear Editor,Everyone must recognize the outcomes of critical issues if we elect Kamala Harris.

Letter to the Editor: Trump makes empty promises

Dear Editor,Years ago, a mentor taught me that customers appreciate clarity and a solid plan. This is a fundamental principle of trust in any relationship—whether personal, professional, or political.

Yarbrough: Kindness is needed daily

Can we do it? You and I? Can we be kind? More importantly, can we be kind at least once a day for a month?

Crane: The choice ahead, and choice

Readers, viewers, and listeners most frequently ask me, “Who will win the White House this fall?”If I knew that answer with absolute certainty, I would place heavy wagers in Las Vegas and prepare for a comfortable retirement.

Rich: The post card

When Tink walked in with the mail, I was working at the kitchen table, where I often write if I’m not on the back porch.Normally, he only opens “green” envelopes, which hold residuals from television shows he has written.

Letter to the Editor: The role of a vice president

Dear Editor,There has been considerable discussion about Vice President Harris’s accomplishments, or perceived lack thereof, during her 3.5 years in office.

Letter to the Editor: Martin Luther King would not approve

Dear Editor,I would hate that the future government of our country be decided by prejudice based on what race, sex, or color they are. I don’t think Martin Luther King, Jr. would approve it. Unfortunately, those who would do that are not likely readers of this newspaper.