Opinion

His thoughts — Drug use: From marginal to mainstream

As I wrote going into August, I continue to focus on those things that were once considered marginal…

Opinion

Her thoughts — Does pacifism create change?

My mind ponders the concept of pacifism creating change. With all of the turmoil of the last couple…

Opinion

HIs thoughts — Death in our streets and schools

Sometimes, people believe that a small lie might be okay. This often leads to bigger lies to cover…

Lifestyles

Common grass pink: An interesting native orchid

We tend to think of orchids as fragile, delicate plants requiring pampering, but they are extremely resilient and…

Education

His thoughts — Establish your legacy

There’s a lot to celebrate in August. Fun days include Ice Cream Sandwich Day (August 2) and National…

Opinion

His thoughts — August snowballs, this time green

Last week, I wrote about things that have gotten bigger and bigger and more bizarre as they moved…

Opinion

Opinion — Discussing Virginia’s federally recognized tribes

I have followed for the last 17 years the plight of the six Virginia tribes who were seeking…

Opinion

Opinion —The snowball grows, but the brick wall isn’t there

Last week, I wrote about the reality of inflation being higher than the government statistics report for those…

Opinion

Judy Moore: The funding of African American schools

Since the 1800s, African Americans have actively worked to secure a quality education for their children. Black churches…

Opinion

Opinion — Small business survival at the heart of inflation concerns

Last week, I wrote about the reality of inflation being higher than the government statistics report for those…