Opinion Archive

Monday — 1:53 p.m.
 
Yes, I was wondering what happened to the trivia and puzzle page in Saturday's paper. I enjoyed it and hope you put it back in. Thank you.
 
Editor's note: We are s…

Sometimes political events make op-ed satire so easy.
Former Attorney General, New York Governor and hooker enthusiast Eliot Spitzer said he will run for Comptroller. Spitzer is a man who cannot c…

In this newspaper, you will find a story of a well-known country-western singer from the old days. For the details of his life and career, read the story written by Jason. It is very interesting beca…

Tuesday — 7:11 p.m.
 
You know I don't believe all these countries that turn down Snowden exile. And the man didn't kill anybody. I know he did wrong. But it's time to forget and be more cari…

My great-niece has high-functioning autism. She is here with her family: my sister's daughter, her husband and their son.
They arrived two nights ago. We have kittens and they are taking three of …

With the Supreme Court effectively ruling in favor of gay marriage, options have narrowed for its opponents. We libertarians praise the ruling, as does your nephew who TIVOs "Glee," can never quite t…

Dear Editor,
This is letter that my son, Chad Mattson, an inmate at Blackwater River Correctional Facility, has written about Tara Blackwell’s perseverance and stamina. They are two people that in…

There are a lot of jokes made on Facebook about grammar – and it's general lack of use.
In the past, people didn't really know if their friends or family failed at spelling and grammar because we …

It finally happened! My daughter is not afraid of the BOOM from the fireworks.
I love that feeling in my chest…I remember the first time I felt it, I was about 12, we were right under the firewo…

No one wants to be grumpy on the 4th of July, but c'mon…you've got to be kidding.
All day long, visitors to Riverfest enjoyed the cooler air brought by the clouds hiding the sun. Yes, it looked …