Opinion
Griz Bear Comments - Freedom of religion something to be embraced by all Americans
GENTRY — One of the great blessings which we, as Americans, have — and which sets us apart from so many other nations of the world — is the Bill of Rights which was introduced by James Madison to the First United States Congress in 1789 as a series of articles, and which went into effect Dec. 15, 1791, when these first 10 amendments to the Constitution were ratified by three-fourths of the states. Read More »
WEEKLY DEVOTION
GENTRY — “And all things are of God, who hath reconciled us to himself by Jesus Christ, and hath given to us the ministry of reconciliation ; to wit, that God was in Christ, reconciling the world unto himself, not imputing their trespasses unto them; and hath committed unto us the word of reconciliation.” 2 Corinthians 5:18-19 What is the Gospel which we proclaim? Is it “God will pardon and forgive us if we believe” ? Or, “God has pardoned and forgiven us for Jesus’ sake; believe” ? Read More »
A Walk in the Park - When an empty nest fills again
They’re baaaaaaack! After four-plus years of empty-nesting it, we have “kids” living with us again. Read More »
What do you think?
What do you think? We would really like to know. Read More »
Griz Bear Comments - Confidence in the dollar shaky at best
GENTRY — I’m not exactly sure why it is that I spend so much time thinking about the U.S. economy and the value of the dollar. Economics 101 was not a favorite class of mine in college. And it’s not like I have a lot to lose if the dollar fails. Read More »
A Walk in the Park - Trip to Colcord's Talbot Library and Museum well worthwhile
DECATUR — I have been looking forward to driving over to Colcord, Okla., since receiving a note suggesting that I consider making Talbot Library and Museum one of my area sites to visit in 2010. That was a very good idea! Read More »
Charlotte’s Corner - Anxious for spring but not lawn mowing just yet
DECATUR — Truly we have had enough winter since we could call it a winter. It’s time for spring. It has been cold and snowy, and my desire for snow has probably been satisfied. Read More »
Griz Bear Comments - Extracurricular activities: What is their purpose?
GENTRY — One of the goals set in a school-board-developed tool to evaluate the performance of Gentry School District superintendent Dr. Randy Barrett raises a question that should be on the mind of parents with children in the district. Read More »
A Walk in the Park - Terra Studios: A park worth visiting
DURHAM — Terra Studios is located 14 miles east of Fayetteville on Highway 16. It is the home of the popular crystal-blue glass “Bluebird of Happiness,” but that is just the beginning. Read More »
Capitol Reports - Cuts in Medicaid being considered
LITTLE ROCK — Senators on the Joint Budget Committee are working to avoid cuts in Medicaid next year. Read More »
Griz Bear Comments - Daughters tougher to raise than sons
LITTLE ROCK — Now some folks might think that raising daughters is easier than raising sons, but I beg to differ. Having almost a sixty-forty spread between sons and daughters and almost enough — with nine sons and six daughters — to make it a valid scientific study, I’d have to say that boys are much easier to raise than girls. Read More »
LETTER TO THE EDITOR - DECATUR, GENTRY
DECATUR — First off, let me say thank you for all the coverage on Decatur, it’s great to see what everyone’s been doing. Read More »
A Walk in the Park - Enjoying a weekend sister outing
SILOAM SPRINGS — I spent a recent weekend with my three sisters, Nina, Elaine and Lois. We have one of these “sister outings” a couple of times a year and we do it just for us. No husbands or kids are allowed. Read More »
Capitol Reports - Fiscal session to consider appropriation bills
LITTLE ROCK — Although the fiscal session will be much shorter than regular legislative sessions, in some ways it promises to be very similar. Read More »
Griz BearComments - Reading the writing on the wall can be depressing
DECATUR — I will admit to suffering from a bit of depression lately — and not just because my poetry didn’t go over well. Mrs. Griz can attest to the fact that I’ve let things get me down. She keeps telling me to get over it, but that’s hard to do. Read More »