Opinion

STEPHEN HEMELT — Power of community needed to fight back against crime

It’s a whole community problem, so it’s going to take a whole community’s response to make even the slightest difference. The concern at hand is ... Read more

11 hours ago by Stephen Hemelt.

DR. BOBBY LOPEZ — Parents’ help with remote learners crucial for future opportunities, success

The COVID-19 virus seems to have such a grasp on all of us nine months after we first sent all employees and students home from ... Read more

11 hours ago by PA News.

JODY HOLTON — Senior drivers, knowing when to leave driving to others

As we age, Arthritis, which is common among older adults, might affect our ability to drive. Our joints may get stiff, and our muscles may ... Read more

11 hours ago by PA News.

KATHIE DEASY — A little history about Thanksgiving and Black Friday!

Sometimes people just follow or go along with family traditions, the media and retailers where they shop and don’t realize why or what is the ... Read more

11 hours ago by PA News.

I.C. MURRELL — Tom Neal’s passion evident in museum work, community empowerment

It may be a tall order for some museums, but if one doesn’t do the slightest bit to make history come alive or engage the ... Read more

1 day ago by I.C. Murrell.

MARY MEAUX — Tugboat Island’s future depends on more community support

Four years ago I had the privilege to be assigned to the opening of the time capsule at Tugboat Island as the community celebrated its ... Read more

1 day ago by Mary Meaux.

CHRIS MOORE — Be thankful, kind during holiday season

As the holiday season takes hold, many are simply thankful 2020 is nearing the end. For many, that is a cause for celebration alone. As ... Read more

2 days ago by Chris Moore.

THE MOVIE GUY — Gunfight at the North Pole Corral

Fatman Fortitude Pictures Directed by Ian and Eshom Nelms Starring Mel Gibson, Walton Goggins, Marianne Jean-Baptiste, Eric Woolfe and Chance Hurstfield Rated R 2½ ... Read more

2 days ago by Sean McBride.

JOHN LYCAN — Local high schoolers who explore CTE open up industry career options

Why are high school and college students not pursuing jobs in the manufacturing industry? What future jobs will be available within the petrochemical industry and ... Read more