Is this the end of E Pluribus Unum?

The last two columns I’ve written have been about what seems to be a sensible, middle-ground solution to the public education crisis in our nation.

Rough Riders left mark on local history

Theodore “Teddy” Roosevelt – who was the 26th president of the United States – may be better known for his fierce group of fighters made up of Native Americans, miners, cowboys and former law enforcement officers.

History of St. Patrick's Day

We celebrated St Patrick’s Day on Friday. While seen as a celebration of all things Irish, Patrick was not Irish and he was born Magonus Sucatus. One great thing to celebrate is St. Patrick is an example of how to do evangelism right.

Throwing a little Sunshine your way

After 3½ years as publisher/editor of The Graham Star, I trust that, by now, you have spent the first several days of this week knowingly celebrating National Sunshine Week.

The future of public education – hopefully

Many still argue the public school system can be repaired, but more people are growing convinced that it’s time to replace it.

For such a time as this

With Christians observing the season of Lent – and churches hosting their spring revivals – our friends in Judaism celebrated Purim on Wednesday. Purim means “lots,” and is named for the way the date was decided for eliminating all Jews from Persia by casting lots.

Break the monopoly on public education

People often debate what we can do to change the world. As we see our nation and culture descend further into perversion and selfish excessiveness, those of us who still value virtue – the good, the true, and the beautiful – often wonder if we can do anything to stem the tide.

Early fire lookouts often primitive

The early forest-fire lookouts – sometimes referred to as “Sentinels of the Forest” – were often buildings constructed of rough lumber by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) and contained little of the comforts of home.

Ash Wednesday

This year, Ash Wednesday is Feb. 22. It is the first day of the season of Lent in the Christian faith. The church started the tradition in the ninth century.

Greatest danger from misinformation

Thoughtful people recognize knowledge has real-life consequences and believing false information can be harmful – even deadly.