The last American explorerJuly 18, 2023Some people are just made for adventure. Read MoreThe last American explorer
No time for sitting stillJuly 11, 2023I had to chuckle a bit when I first saw the editorial cartoon that is published just to the right of this column. Read MoreNo time for sitting still
It’s almost that time againJuly 11, 2023Hello everyone! It’s time to start thinking about another new school year. Read MoreIt’s almost that time again
There are no perfect people, but there are grandparentsJuly 11, 2023EDITOR’S NOTE: LeAnn Morrissey, granddaughter of the late Luther and Lennis Stubbs of Berryville, wrote this letter to her grandparents many years ago. Read MoreThere are no perfect people, but there are grandparents
Remembering Phil KaplanJuly 4, 2023Phil Kaplan, one of Arkansas’s best-known attorneys, had a passion for several things. Read MoreRemembering Phil Kaplan
Prioritizing men’s healthJuly 4, 2023When it comes to health care, men are often less likely than women to get regular checkups or to ask for help when we need it. Read MorePrioritizing men’s health
Remembering Ryan MallettJuly 4, 2023 Last week’s tragic news regarding the death of former University of Arkansas quarterback Ryan Mallett was troubling to me on three levels. Read MoreRemembering Ryan Mallett
It’s good to be homeJune 27, 2023It seems like just a few months ago when I accepted a job as managing editor for Carroll County Newspapers over the telephone, sight unseen. Read MoreIt’s good to be home
‘Great’ but not greatJune 27, 2023 “This is great!” he emailed. He is a retired academic, long active in politics in Arkansas and, sometimes, beyond.Read More‘Great’ but not great
A legend on the court, and offJune 27, 2023Known for his unstoppable “skyhook,” Kareem Abdul- Jabbar was a graceful force on the court who held the NBA’s all-time scoring record for 38 years. Read MoreA legend on the court, and off