OPINION

Sometimes you just need a good laugh. These are from a book called Disorder in the American Courts and are things people actually said in court - word for word, taken down and published by court reporters that had the torment of staying calm while the exchanges were taking place.

Pet Talk

Throughout the year, youth across the country prepare and travel to various events, such as livestock shows, rodeos, and fairs, to show their animals. Because an animal’s performance at an event can be impacted if they are stressed or sick, Dr.

Library Lines ...

There are some interesting “doings” in and around Rhoads Memorial Library now that we are progressing through the month of May. The month’s displayers are Carolyn and Don Moke, who are exhibiting some of their handiwork.

Leading a public university

University leaders are required to make bold and innovative decisions. Never has innovation in higher education been needed more. However, ideas are divisive, and innovative ideas are even more so. Regional higher education is fighting for its life.

Quinn Minute - Baseball

Hey, it’s the 2023 baseball season! I am told new rules have been added to speed up the game, but I’m not sure what they are. So, I won’t talk about those. For those who don’t know this sport, it requires a glove and a moving bat, but it’s got nothing to do with vampires.

Editor’s Message

Parents across the country are getting fed up with “woke” policies and indoctrination being shoved into the schools. Many are challenging school boards with books being pushed into the system that would have been considered pornography in the past.

RFK Jr. launches presidential campaign

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. filed a statement of candidacy earlier in April with the Federal Election Commission, and formally kicked off his campaign in Boston last Wednesday. The 69-year-old son of Robert Kennedy, former U.S. attorney general, and nephew of former President John F.

Working from home

Luckily, I’ve got a little home office. It’s a place I can go sleep after my morning coffee. On Monday I had lots of time on my hands, so I took an online test to gauge my maturity level. It said I was “childish, obnoxious, and apathetic.” It said some other stuff, but I didn’t care.

Pet Talk

April is recognized as National Heartworm Awareness Month as a reminder to protect our furry friends against heartworm disease before mosquito season peaks during the summer.

Library Lines ...

We are fortunate to have a Library Advisory Board here at Rhoads Memorial Library who dispenses wise words of wisdom when the occasion calls for it. The five-member board of volunteers is filled by three Dimmitt residents, one Hart resident, and one Nazareth resident.