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After the Whistle: Down goes Ole Miss
With a little luck, Mark Stoops has redeemed himself. The Cats pulled out the 20-17 win Saturday against sixth-ranked Ole Miss. I have to admit I am surprised. I knew we had a good showing against Georgia, but a part of me thought it could have been a fluke. The Bulldogs were just having a
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Football in rural America bonds communities together
Whether you are a die-hard football fan or just a casual observer, there is no doubt you could be part of a community every week that supports teams from your school. High school football in rural communities, especially locations in Appalachia or the South, brings rabid fans together every Friday night. There is something about
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Oprah will not be watching when you vote
Oprah Winfrey had a big gathering of celebrities to endorse and promote Kamala Harris for President. We are talking big names like Chris Rock, Ben Stiller, Jennifer Lopez, and Meryl Streep, to name a few. I don’t have the national recognition of Oprah Winfrey. I don’t have her wealth ($3 billion) or influence. I don’t
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Private school vouchers on the ballot in Kentucky: Voters should know the track record in other states—it is a very expensive decision and bad for rural areas
BY NICHOLAS BRAKE This fall the national push for education vouchers comes to Kentucky. Voters face a choice on the ballot in November about Amendment 2, which would allow the General Assembly to spend public money on private schools. Do not be fooled; there is a lot of misinformation and deception in the ads supporting
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A ‘Harvest Fest’ of joy and growth for community
This past weekend, Inez witnessed something truly extraordinary—the 27th Annual Martin County Harvest Festival. What was once a modest celebration has grown each year into a marquee event for our county and region. With thousands of attendees flocking to our streets for a weekend packed with attractions, music, fun and community spirit, this year’s festival
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The English language can be funny
English is sometimes a funny language and here are a few words and other things to ponder. Why do we drive on parkways and park on driveways? Why is pneumonia spelled with a “P?” My dad always laughed at this and asked why it did not start with “N.” Why are there interstate highways in
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Trump is angry? Kamala has got joy?
Did Trump seem angry last week during the debate? I thought he was intense. There’s a difference. Aren’t you a little intense? Doesn’t it bother you when you dread going to the grocery store because you need more money to buy the same things? Does it irritate you that your town is starting to look
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Remembering 9/11: Honoring the past, building the future
Sept. 11, 2024 — Twenty-three years ago today a nation watched in horror as the world changed forever. The attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, etched themselves into the hearts of every American, a moment of unparalleled tragedy. But they also sparked something deeper, a profound sense of unity, resolve, and shared grief that transcended politics,
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The seed we plant will bring a harvest of some kind
When it comes to life, there are no guarantees. A few people will live to be 100 and beyond. The majority of people will die much younger. We don’t know for sure. Your health can be great and still anything can happen. Your health might be bad. A friend who lived to be about 77
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Volunteer firefighters deserve praise
Volunteer firefighters play a crucial role in most communities, often stepping up to protect their neighbors without expecting anything in return. Hopefully you will never need them. But if you do, they are there 24 hours a day and 365 days per year. They not only fight fires at homes, but also businesses. About 70%
