A historical perspective, hope on COVID pandemic

A Chicago businessman made an informative speech on “America’s Conquest of Suffering and Disease” in the late 1930’s. Today we can be reminded of his speech and get some encouragement as our country struggles through the consequences of the pandemic.

Supporting our military and families

Each year, the Senate comes together to pass the National Defense Authorization Act, the bill that authorizes funding for our military for the year to come.

Securing key resources for our military

Because of social distancing measures we have undertaken, the world may seem like it is at a standstill. However, the forces aligned against America never rest. Thankfully neither does our military.

Molczyk shares passion for community history through film

Lawrence Molczyk is a man on a mission to document life’s moments -- big and small -- in the communities he calls home. This life-long passion began with a long-standing interest in all things promotion, musical and photography related, he noted.

The Catholic Corner

August 5, 2020 I think it’s important to remember that when the Apostles sat at the Last Supper, they would have realized that Jesus was going “off-script” from a usual Passover meal. He was doing something different, something new.

Welcome to August everyone

“And from the hot fields farthest edge, the crickets soft refrain, with mellow accents tells the tale, that August’s here again.” The weatherman has predicted a cool start to our month, and I’m sure we can all agree the last few days have been perfect weather wise.

School starting is a good thing

We’re counting down to the beginning of a new school year. People keep asking if we’re getting excited for school to start and, always, the answer is yes and no. The kids are excited to see their friends but nervous about how school will be with COVID health measures.

A necessary evil

To wear or not to wear a mask? That is the question of our day, and the subject of often emotional debate across our community, state and nation.

Foot in mouth disease doesn’t help gifting issue

Several years ago we thought I had solved all my gifting problems with the Betterhalf. Instead of getting the wrong size gift clothing or unwanted gift items, I came up with a solution that made us both happy.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Utopian pursuits end in tyranny Dear Editor: It is appalling to see adherents of the Baha’i faith, which enjoys all the benefits of the First Amendment, berate and disparage the very country that bestowed these privileges on them by advocating for a “profound” “reordering of our society.