‘My Three Angels’ brings talented cast to the stage
My Three Angels, written by Sam and Bella Spewack and set in French Guiana, was first presented on Broadway in 1953. It was based on a French play by Albert…
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How Giving Tuesday helps local nonprofit organizations
By KARIN OGDEN Guest Columnist Every year, Giving Tuesday takes place in the U.S. on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving. For many nonprofit organizations, donations given on this day are essential…
Cultivating gratitude
This is a time of year we hear the word gratitude quite a bit. It is a reflective time as we see this year end and we usher in the…
The joy of giving back during the holidays
By MARK HEIRBRANDT Guest Columnist For me, the holidays are a time to spread cheer, spend quality time with family, and give back to the community that I care so…
‘Natural Shocks’ hits hard with reality of domestic violence
By DANIEL SHOCK A Seat on the Aisle I, like many others, experience a few different recurring nightmares. In one, a bear circles my house trying to get in. In…
American Cancer Society calls for increased tobacco taxes
Opinion submitted by American Cancer Society Cancer patients and survivors are marking the American Cancer Society’s 47th annual Great American Smokeout® on Thursday by calling on elected officials to protect…
The lies of Comparison
Hey Comparison, I heard your voice this week. You tried your best to discourage me. As I was landing in Charlotte, N.C., for a Hopewriters Conference, I was greeted by…
Fossas: the endangered cat-like animal in Madagascar
By SURIAUNNA BIRMINGHAM 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. Fossas are not…
Is your group health plan better than Medicare?
Let’s assume you are approaching at 65 and, like the rest of America, confused about your Medicare choices. Your spouse wants to continue working for five more years. He will…
Random act of unkindness
I was the victim of a random act of kindness – again. I had just placed an order for four nuggets and fries (yes, it was my night to cook…