There are two local tax measures on the November ballot. As much as we like to vote against taxes, on principle, these measures are tempting simply because the individual cost to each of us is so low. One quarter of one percent ... heck, why... Continue
Editorials
Five years ago, the world witnessed a horrific event. A small band of fanatics killed thousands of innocent U.S. citizens and truly struck terror into the hearts of the rest of us. The many and varied remembrances earlier this week, on the fifth anniversary of... Continue
Parents fear little more than something bad happening to their children. As a result, we imbed in their little minds, repeating over and over, the mantra, “Be careful!” We remind them, over and over, to look both ways when crossing the street. We make them... Continue