Editor’s Message

I have worked at multiple newspapers in the past and have had the opportunity to interact with numerous law enforcement agencies with a lot of success including sheriff’s offices, police departments, and DPS.

Homeschool Friendly

West Texas A&M University has set a goal to become the most homeschool-friendly University in Texas.Michelle Quirk, writing on the Psychology Today website, shared thoughts regarding the value of homeschooled settings for many students, including her children. She is a public university professor.

Quinn Minute - Life expectancy

Is there any proven way to improve life expectancy?Personally, I’d like to make it to 100. Each year I try to eliminate one bad habit, and now I have none. That’s depressing.The average life expectancy in the U.S. today is 77.2 years. So, if you’re an average person who’s 77.

DirecTV eyes deal to acquire Dish

DirecTV is planning to acquire struggling competitors Dish and Sling from owner EchoStar in a debt exchange transaction.According to DirecTV, the deal includes a payment of $1 and the assumption of approximately $9.

Leaders, ideas and lightning rods

Good leaders act as lightning rods, attracting both criticism and praise otherwise directed toward their organizations or members of their team. Leaders absorb pressure, good and bad, guiding and protecting while exercising responsibility and transparency.

Predatory Gambling is Not a Problem on U.S. Campuses! Wanna Bet?

Predatory gambling occurs when corporate gambling interests, sometimes coupled with government, exploit citizens and their communities. Universities are communities, and students are their primary citizens.

Quinn Minute - Old Sayings

Remember that old saying “A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush?”I thought about this yesterday while chewing fried chicken. I don’t know what other birds are worth, but I had to pay for the chicken.Seriously, the quote goes back to ancient times.

Why I oppose the Muleshoe refuge expansion

First, this is not a responsible and appropriate use of taxpayer dollars given our current fiscal condition, or frankly, under any condition.

Quinn Minute - Superstitions

Throughout the ages, our forefathers – and foremothers too – have been told that certain things bring bad luck.My uncle got sick one time because he did not listen to the old poem that said, “Leave fresh food out of the refrigerator, and you’re sure to vomit sooner or later.

Big Lots files for bankruptcy

Big Lots has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection from its debts, with the discount retailer citing inflation and high interest rates as reasons. The filing comes just one month after the company announced it would close at least 315 stores across the nation.