Opinion

Mom had some favorite “Dad” jokes. My friend, a retired minister, asked, “Do you know what a cow that just had a calf is?” I’ve lived on a farm only…

Beef and Boards Dinner Theatre continues its wide-ranging season with Million Dollar Quartet, the very musical story of the historic meeting of four rock giants – Carl Perkins, Johnny Cash,…

If you’re planning to retire in a few years, are you looking forward to it? Or are you somewhat apprehensive? Are you asking yourself: “What sort of retirement can I…

Anyone who is a parent knows the concept of longing for time to slow down. The old saying is so true that the days are long, and the years are…

Over the two-plus decades of doing food charity work, we have had the opportunity to meet many neighbors in need. Generally, as a rule, when we meet someone at a…

I see her wearing the cape. It’s not a cape she pulls out of her closet. It is invisible. She wears it every day, 24/7. Only those who have worn…

In its Aug. 19, 2024, edition, The Reporter published an article on Westfield teachers expressing concerns over the Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) proposed diploma requirements. The IDOE wrote, “Indiana…

Many people retire and are not sure what to do with the money in their 401(k) from their former employer. Do not withdraw all the money out of your 401(k)…

If you’re an empty nester, chances are you’re of a certain age … middle age. This stage of life requires you to be more thoughtful about your physical activity. I…