
It is easy to get caught up in today’s headlines. Politics dominates our television screens. Social media rewards outrage more than understanding. Sometimes it seems we spend more time talking about what is wrong than what is right. Perhaps this Fourth of July — America’s 250th anniversary of independence — is a good time to…

BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County will celebrate America’s 250th anniversary July 4 with a full day of Freedom Fest events, from pickleball and a parade to live music and fireworks in downtown Inez. The celebration will include activities at several locations before moving to Courthouse Square for the evening program. “We…


More people than usual are paying attention to the Women’s National Basketball Association this week. And if you have been on social media, you have probably seen the photo. You know the one. Caitlin Clark is on the floor, and Alyssa Thomas has a fist near her neck. It is the kind of still shot…
