Voices

Opinion: We’ve been in a trade war for years now. We’ve only just begun to fight back.

Oct 02, 2018 at 10:00 am by clervin

I’m penning this article at this time due to the increasing frequency of reports in the media and commercials decrying a trade war and emotionally pleading for its victi.... Read More
Yom Kippur

In Honor of Yom Kippur. Let's Not Forget Forgiveness.

Sep 27, 2018 at 08:00 am by Paulette Jackson

“Forgive and forget”, that’s what they say. It’s good advice, but it’s not very practical. When someone hurts us, we want to hurt them back. When.... Read More
Brett Kavanaugh

Opinion: The Kavanaugh Confirmation Circus proves system needs to be changed

Sep 24, 2018 at 09:30 am by clervin

This opinion piece concerns the Brett Kavanaugh nomination to the Supreme Court, but before anyone loses their mind in pre-judgement of me, I’m not attacking accuser Chr.... Read More

Parenting Styles: At the Zoo

Sep 17, 2018 at 10:01 am by Paulette Jackson

We’re goin’ to the zoo, zoo, zooHow about you, you, you?’You can go, too, too, tooWe can stay all day!               .... Read More

Your Vote Matters!

Sep 13, 2018 at 10:00 am by Chloe Cerutti

Fourth Estate or Deep State

Opinion: Yes Virginia, there is a 'Deep State'

Sep 12, 2018 at 12:00 pm by clervin

I am still unsure what exactly to make of the New York Times-published anonymous opinion piece ostensibly penned by a "senior official" in the Trump administration. I am posi.... Read More
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"The Wounded Piano"

Coffee and Contemplation: The Wounded Piano

Sep 11, 2018 at 08:00 am by The Old Wolf

THE WOUNDED PIANO       My name is Bobby Turman, and I work at Cannonsburgh Village. One of the passions I get to enjoy is researching some of the artifacts.... Read More
Texas Rangers by Kevin Stockton

Remembering Heroes on Sept. 11: The Tough People That Do

Sep 10, 2018 at 08:00 am by Paulette Jackson 2

He pours it black every morningthen thumbs through the classifiedsIt seems there ain't no catchin' a breakSince the job market took a diveThe rough and tumble can knock you to.... Read More

Grandparents: A Little Bit Teacher. A Little Bit Parent. A Little Bit Best Friend.

Sep 06, 2018 at 08:00 am by Paulette Jackson

A grandmother or grandfather, is a little bit parent, a little bit teacher, and a little bit best friend – Unknown Grandparents. We all have them, but our particular e.... Read More
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Coffee and Contemplation: Critical Thinking (or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Make Friends with a Snail...)

Sep 04, 2018 at 11:35 am by The Old Wolf 1

“You and a super-intelligent snail both get a million dollars and you both become immortal. However, you die if the snail touches you. It always knows where you are and.... Read More

The Finer Things. Mature Wine. Mature Love.

Sep 02, 2018 at 10:00 am by Paulette Jackson

This Monday, Sept. 3, is a national holiday in honor of Labor Day, celebrated not only with picnics and gatherings, but also a day of rest from our professional labors. In th.... Read More
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Coffee and Conversation: A visit to The Full Moon Market

Aug 28, 2018 at 12:30 pm by The Old Wolf

Art is a very subjective thing. It takes on many forms and draws from many genres. Certain seasons evoke a mood and charm inimical to their presence. I don’t think any t.... Read More

Hat-tips, Handshakes, Hashtags and Hearing the Sounds of Silence

Aug 26, 2018 at 10:00 am by Paulette Jackson 2

And in the naked light I sawTen thousand people maybe morePeople talking without speakingPeople hearing without listeningPeople writing songs that voicesnever shareAnd no.... Read More
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Coffee and Contemplation: Should we 'build that wall?'

Aug 21, 2018 at 07:00 am by The Old Wolf

“All in all, you’re just another brick in the wall.” ~Pink Floyd Let’s talk about walls today. Why do most people build walls? I mean physical walls.... Read More

Your vote is your voice - make it count by voting for these Democrats

Aug 15, 2018 at 12:00 pm by Chloe Cerutti

  Tennesseans deserve better: • Healthcare • Quality Public Education • A Living Wage • Justice for All If you care about these issues, vote for.... Read More