Tim Walz did a lot better than I thought he would in his debate with J.D. Vance on Tuesday night. Walz didn’t knock himself out of the race like Joe Biden. And he flashed some of the human … more

We all know vice presidential debates rarely move the public opinion needle. In 2020 Donald Trump was thrown out of office by a record 81 million voters because he was Donald Trump, not because a fly … more

When the weather turns damp and horrible and all I want to do is curl up by the radiator, my coworkers always get the bright and chirpy idea of going canoeing together. Lake temperatures tend to be … more

“Telling Our Stories.” That’s the 2024 theme of National Newspaper Week (October 6-12). Newspaper employees are being encouraged to share with the readers exactly why they chose the … more

I’ll never forget the look on my father’s face when he learned about the crook who stole my British sports car. It was the spring of 1988 and I was a senseless 26 year old. I’d just … more

The state budget profoundly influences our daily lives, affecting everything from education to healthcare. As the legislative session approaches, the General Assembly takes the time to assess the … more