Erin Cataldi: I encourage you to read local authors
Many of us harbor dreams of writing a book someday — and some of your neighbors have made that dream a reality.
Johnson County is...
Michael Hicks: Slowing economy caused by unvaccinated
Just a few short months ago, economic optimism was strong. A fast recovery seemed imminent even if actual data revealing a rapid recovery was...
Morton Marcus: Labor’s ongoing loss
This week, we break new ground.
The conclusion of this column will precede the data supporting it. But don’t consider this a permanent feature. We’ll...
Dick Wolfsie: Friend who clipped factoids will be missed
There will never be another Pat Keener. This dear friend of the Wolfsies passed away two weeks ago.
Even if her name is not familiar...
David Carlson: Being a ‘goat’ isn’t all that great
When I heard of Simone Biles’ decision to step back from the pressure of the Olympics and the “goat” (Greatest of All Time) label,...
ANOTHER VIEWPOINT: Officials stand up for locals in MSA decision
This editorial was originally published July 22 in The Columbus Republic.
In today’s world of polarized politics, most legislators refuse to reject policies proposed by...
Mark Franke: Combining baseball and Army careers
There are a lot of benefits of retirement, likely many more than I realize or appreciate, but one is enough free time to follow...
Job Corps gave me a fighting chance
To the Editor:
I want to make a difference in the world.
This desire came after riding in countless ambulances and spending many hours in the...
A book recommendation for Mr. Krull
To the Editor:
After reading John Krull's "Who's afraid of the big bad truth?" column, I have a suggestion for him.
The book "Land of Hope:...
Scrambling for the chicken
We were having breakfast with some of the grands when one asked if she could have my chicken when I die.
The chicken is not...