On Aug. 14, we will choose the candidates for the Nov. 6 ballot. To find out who is on your … Read the rest
Letter to the editor: Fr. Rohr: ‘Intolerance and bigotry at deep levels’ have been exposed in U.S.
Thank you for your July 12 Backtalk article pointing out our country’s often denied shameful history.
Letter to the editor: Wes Revels brings superior credential to sheriff’s race
Wes Revels possesses the necessary qualities, education, and experience required for the office of sheriff of Monroe County.
Letter to the editor: Revels instills commitment to community service
I have had the honor and privilege to know Wes Revels for over 25 years and have worked with him … Read the rest
Book review: Grisham’s ‘A Painted House’ describes rural life through eyes of 7-year-old boy
I received John Grisham’s “A Painted House” from my wife Arlis for Father’s Day, shortly after the book had been … Read the rest
Book review: ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ explores treatment of Osage
The separation of children from their parents has been much in the news lately. It should not surprise you that … Read the rest
Letter to the editor: Elroy Fire & Ambulance receives grants, donations
The Elroy Area Fire & Ambulance Association, along with the Elroy Area Ambulance Service, extends thanks to all of the … Read the rest
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Letter to the editor: Immigration has positive effect in N-O-W area
Politics can be a hard issue to discuss, and there are so many viewpoints, but the decisions the presidents and … Read the rest
Book review: Louise Penny sustains sleight of hand in ‘Still Life’
When book club meetings get spaced out for summer, there’s time for asking your librarian to find a mystery series … Read the rest