Recognizing our mortality & doing the best we can
“The English language lacks the words to mourn an absence. For the loss of a parent, grandparent, spouse, child or friend, we have all manner of words and phrases, some…
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Simple steps can help keep you & your family covered in 2023 & beyond
By STEVE SMITHERMAN Guest Columnist It’s hard to believe we’ve reached the three-year mark since the COVID-19 pandemic began. When it came to our health, this period was marked by…
The pets at our country place
A beautiful pair of white cats came with our country place. I remember one of the kittens on Dad’s shoulder. These cats produced several litters of kittens that were just…
Ask us anything
We love hearing from all our neighbors, those who donate, take food, pantry hosts, volunteers, sponsors, and yes, even those who criticize what we do. This month’s column is an…
Communities need quality broadband access now for future growth
By LUKE BOSSO Guest Columnist “People in Indiana may want Netflix, but do they need it?” That question was offered during a 2018 discussion on the expansion of broadband across…
Should nurse practitioners have their own practices?
The advanced practice registered nurses (nurse practitioners) are again at the legislature seeking independent practice. Currently an APRN with prescription authority must have a collaborative relationship with a physician that…
Change does not come easy
Sorry for the delay on this report. The February County Council meeting was light, as discussed in my January column. Outside of some small projects and amendments to job postings,…
Some reasons why Carmel is great
In less than a year, Carmel Mayor Jim Brainard, who was first elected in 1996, will be leaving office and a new era will begin in Carmel. A new mayor…
A spiritual awakening
I remember it well. It was 1970. I was in the eighth grade when word began to spread that something had sparked a Revival at Asbury University in Wilmore, Ky….
A shift to the future
By MAC SMITH Sheridan High School Student The Sheridan Student Column is brought to readers by Sheridan High School’s 10th grade English class, taught by Abby Williams. Do you know…