A week of ‘couragement’ — both en- and dis-
Having opined a bit about the efforts to redraw Indiana’s Congressional maps, in the wake of the Indiana Legislature’s decision to apparently...
Angelkeep Journals: The nannyberry – An early Christmas lesson
Draw a downward arc on a map beginning with the northwest corner of Minnesota, the lowest point being the News-Banner office, and...
A holiday dream painted pink and green in the sky
You might say Christmas came a little early this year for yours truly in an unexpected way.
My present...
Bridges over troubled waters make for a good week
The story goes that a young George Will once asked William F. Buckley Jr., “How do you come up with things to...
Angelkeep Journals: Factoid – Insects impersonate candy
The name known for an insect when growing up on a farm was Lady Bug. Lady Bug was bright red, had a...
The latest dizzying twist in the Property Tax Saga.
It is not quite front page news, but the temptation is too great to let it pass without some exposure and comment....
Angelkeep Journals: C.C.C., veterans, and God Bless America
On this date 90 years ago, about 200 young boys had been enrolled into Company 1592 and had already fallen into the...
Letter to the Editor: Sharing a safety idea
The double Norfolk Western railroad track crosses County Road 700 N between 100E and SR 1 (300E) is a passing track where,...
A Dino-Mite Howl-o-ween right out of Jurassic Park
The first year, we decided to go for the spicy look by trying out the tangy and tasty taco costume topped with...
Wrapping up a fun and fruitful period
Giving away other people’s money is a fun thing to do. Just ask your local Congressman (or woman).
But...