Everywhere we turn there are signs of the upcoming August 2nd constitutional amendment and primary elections, and soon enough they’ll be replaced with reminders of the November 8th general election.
Kim Baldwin, McPherson County farmer and rancher Every year around this time, the world around me has the potential to quickly turn into a continuous swirl that would be perfect for a TV series. In cinematic effect, I imagine my story would begin with a black and white tight shot of my eyes opening wide from slumber and darting back and forth in a semi-confused state.
Concerns about “monkeypox” are closely tied to the eradication of smallpox. But American’s recent impression of viruses as rapidly developing variants and our immunity only lasting months do not apply to either of these members of the Poxviridae family. They are double-stranded DNA viruses while the coronaviruses are completely unrelated single-stranded RNA viruses.
Due to the Russia/Ukraine War, and U.S. economic sanctions that have been levied against Russia by Biden, it’s possible that Russia will attack America via cyber warfare just as they’ve done to Ukraine.
Democracy doesn’t work without choice. Half of Kansas House races this November will feature candidates running unopposed, meaning that voters across the state won’t be able to make the fundamental choice of who represents them in Topeka.
Clay Center, Kansas – Why does God appear so hard on men versus women? He says, “Husbands . . . do not be harsh with [your wives].” (Colossians 3:18) And He follows that up with, “Fathers, do not provoke your children, lest they become discouraged.” (Col. 3:20) Since God is all-wise, why did He not address the women, teaching them not to be harsh with their husbands, and urging them also to refrain from provoking the children?
This week there was a vote that was fairly unceremonious - not a lot of discussion was had. But it will affect quite a few people in this community - and not for the better.
Energy bills are going up in Kansas. Rising natural gas prices, the cold snap from last year and recovery from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic are dramatically increasing the cost of heating and cooling a home.
Being black and walking away from a person who legally owned you became reality on June 17, 1865, when Texas became the last state to implement the Emancipation Proclamation. The day, now known as Juneteenth, has become one of celebration for black Americans.
Hello again, dear readers, and welcome back to the monthly letters column. It’s almost summer, which means it’s time to break out the hats, sunscreen and beach umbrellas, because a sunburn is a sign of skin damage. Unfortunately, that damage adds up with each additional sunburn, so please take the time to protect yourself. And now, onward to your letters.