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So glad I was a rascal

Some things are just best settled with a good punch in the mouth. At least, that’s what I thought when I was growing up. I ... Read more

When we rescue shelter animals, they return the favor

I am a sucker. I know it. Luckily my husband knows it. He’s a sucker, too. Last weekend we were visiting friends in Fort Walton ... Read more

Data suggests view of working moms is shifting

Leaning in? Well, it seems that we have no choice. According to recently released data in the Pew Social Trends’ survey, more than 40 percent ... Read more

Freshman gaining experience

Historically, the legislature has not been a good stepping stone to governor. In fact, Robert Bentley is the only person in modern Alabama political history ... Read more

City should review 2006 smoking ban

No smoking. That phrase may take on a new meaning for the City of Troy if city leaders decide to expand and amend an existing ... Read more

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Sharing Daddy’s love of adventure

Anything worth quoting was said by either Mark Twain or Will Rogers. So, credit must go to one of those for the insightful words, “Children ... Read more

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Council member: Troy has a problem

Troy, Alabama we have a problem. As a matter of fact, we have quite a few problems. I am highly interested in the problems in ... Read more | 26 comments

Thanks for supporting Global Studies

Pike County Board of Education and Troy City Board of Education have afforded me an incredible first year as the Global Studies Coordinator. I serve ... Read more

IRS tactics endanger our freedom

The disclosures of IRS abuses in recent days continues unabated. It is especially chilling to hear Rev. Franklin Graham of the Billy Graham Crusade announce ... Read more

Are Christians being punished?

It would be uncommon, to say the least, not to have been infuriated by the most recent bombing during the Boston Marathon by terrorists. Yet, ... Read more

New warfare medal may prove an injustice

Military veterans everywhere support the practice of recognizing with formal decorations the brave men and women serving our great nation, but a U.S. Department of ... Read more