When I was young, I would always walk to my grandpa's house. I loved it there, he never ran out of advice or stories to tell.
All in Columns
Faith and Fellowship: The Abundance of Rain is a gift from Heaven
Rain can make us stop and be still, There is a calming in the sound and a rejuvenation in the nourishment and cleaning in the water.
Kassie's Column: Thank you, Ronnie
I’ve had the honor of knowing Ronnie Beverly since I was born. Our grandmothers were best friends who lived one house apart.
Barbara Presnell "Kentucky floods: the mountains will not forget you"
Barbara Presnell writes “To live in the mountains in southeastern Kentucky is to live at nature’s mercy. Always. It’s something the people don’t forget, not for a single day, because the trees, the air, the wildlife, the water, and more remind inhabitants that they are there by the grace of those trees, that air. They know that they are not in charge, but something bigger, more powerful is. That something is the mountain, a living, breathing force.”
Soul searching with words
Writing has been a part of human culture for thousands of years.
Faith and Fellowship: What Will We Do In Heaven Everyday
While we are in Heaven what a joyous time we will have sharing and fellowshipping with our loved ones that has gone us before us. “ For now we see only a reflection as in a mirror; then we shall see face to face, now I know In part; then I shall know fully, even as I am fully known. 1 Corinthians 13:12
Op-ed: Mistakes happen by Barbara Presnell
Sometimes they come and go as swiftly as minutes. Sometimes they affect our lives in ways we can’t control. Sometimes they can do great damage.
Opinion: The “Red Wave '' is dangerous
We urge you to speak out every chance you get, and inform your loved ones of the importance of these elections. The time for sitting back and hoping someone else will do it, is over.
Ann's Column: Where were you when
Now, in 2022 I think of the giant steps we need to take for democracy, for unison, for all Americans. When I hear news of Ukraine, I can still see that large, cold, colorless area of East Berlin with concrete and no life and a goose-stepping soldier.
Cassidy Writes: Printed books vs E-books
Many people enjoy reading, whether it’s an e-book or a physical copy.
Cassidy's Creative Corner: Is fast food ok?
Since the 1920s, we’ve seen a growing trend in globally in the fast food industry. With fast food being a significant employer here, and the affordable meals, it makes sense.
Faith and Fellowship: There Is Freedom
When we think of July Fourth, we usually think of cookouts, fireworks, celebrating and spending time with friends and family. We should also take the time to celebrate all the freedoms we are given.
I pray that your spiritual celebration on the 4th of July will mirror what we have been taught in
1st Peter 2:16, Live as people who are free not using your freedom as a cover-up for evil, but living as servants of God.
Seven Fun Facts about the Fourth of July
We think of July 4, 1776, as a day that represents the Declaration of Independence from Britain and the birth of the United States of America as an independent nation. But July 4, 1776 wasn’t the day that the Continental Congress decided to declare independence (they did that on July 2, 1776. The “Declaration” was published in papers on July 4.
From a teen's perspective: Valuing the Youth Opinion
When faced with a decision, many people look to individuals with the most education and experience. In a medical situation or maybe the operation of a plane, this is a solid approach
Ann's Column: Money and Morality, It’s Just Not About Golf
Opinion: Will the PGA become the Minor League and LIV the Majors? Will LIV last a couple of years and then fade? Will money win?
Antionette's Father's Day Column: The (mis) adventures of "Pop"
Happy Father's Day to all the “pops” out there!
Cassidy's Creative Corner: Should zoos be abolished?
Zoos have been a controversial topic for a while now. The main question is are they inhumane?
Opinion Column: Convention of States by Elizabeth Irizarry de Toro
Republic LIGHT is the first Latino Coalition in Davidson County, NC backed by the Republican GOP. LIGHT stands for: Latinos In Government Honorary TeamElizabeth Irizarry de Toro, M.Ed. – Founder and Host.
Faith and Fellowship: Kindness is a lifestyle, it's a daily practice
Jesus was more than kind. Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which you were called in one body; Whenever we are kinds to others, God begins to smile on us. The word of God teaches us to love our neighbors as yourself. Being kind is loving others as yourself. Ephesians 4:32 , Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.
Cassidy's Creative Corner: Climate Change
Across the globe, people are reaping the consequences of climate change, and the rise in our human population.