Opinion
Alicia’s View: Elections present another problematic ‘n’ word
‘Nonpartisan’ once described an impartial attitude. Now the label’s become a partisan battleground.
Opinion
Schwab: If not God, hold religion to account for Mideast massacres
How nice if believers accepted their god as their choice and respected the choices of others as valid?
Life
How plants make fall magic with their brilliantly colorful leaves
I certainly can’t begin to explain “why” fall color happens, but I can explain “how” it happens.
Opinion
Burke: History through the phrases; test your slogan knowledge
Just a handful of words carried great meaning and said much about those speaking the words.
Life
Learning and practicing the art and craft of leadership
Business and nonprofit managers are not the only ones that require leadership skills. Every day, parents exercise leadership…
Opinion
Schwab: Is Trump calling Jesus as a witness for prosecuted?
A ‘courtroom sketch’ shows a glum Christ seated next to Trump in court. Is He working pro bono?
Life
With winter on the way, October is the time to tuck and roll
That means preparing to put our gardens to bed while taking stock of the season gone by so…
Life
Does your elementary school child have ADHD?
It’s important to identify children with this condition so we can help them succeed in school.
Opinion
Schwab: Since GOP won’t use ‘law and order’ title, Democrats will
Exhibit A: The ‘weaponized’ Justice Department charged a Democratic senator. And who complained?
Life
My garden runneth over with fountain grasses, and for good reason
These late-blooming perennials come in many varieties. They work well as accents, groundcovers, edgings or in containers.
Opinion
Burke: Prevent a shutdown? GOP has squirrels it must chase
House Republicans simply don’t have the time to do their job. Pushing false narratives is tough work.
Opinion
Harrop: Romney’s third-party plan could backfire, aid Trumpists
If he wants a sane GOP in the future, those in charge now have to lose and lose…
Life
Helping children cope with the hard realities of divorce
I’s important to set aside one’s feelings and find a way to make this challenging transition as comfortable…
Opinion
Saunders: Others serving time for following GOP’s Pied Piper
Trump’s ultimate fate is undetermined, but for now, others are paying the price for his election denial.
Opinion
Schwab: GOP ‘projection’ is slideshow of hypocrisy, deflection
Trump, of course, is guilty, but so are House Republicans desperate to ferret out elusive dirt on Joe…
Life
Save for one infamous variety, fleece flowers are easy to fall in love with
This long-blooming, easy-to-grow perennial comes in many desirable varieties. But watch out: One is an invasive knotweed.
Opinion
Comment: GOP’s impeachment math isn’t adding up to a win
Republican hard-liners have backed their speaker into a corner, but won’t get much out of this effort.
Life
Are you spoiling your kids? It’s complicated
Tips for parents on coping with temper tantrums, and making up for their own deprived past.
Opinion
Schwab: Do enough Americans see the threat Trump represents?
Like Joseph Heller’s ‘Catch-22’ protagonist, it takes the ability to discern those who lack character.
Opinion
Harrop: Biden needs a tough border policy; check out Obama’s
Obama deported more undocumented immigrants than Trump, but also sought comprehensive reforms.