On Thankfullness
By LEON YOUNGBLOOD Thanksgiving was established as a National holiday by Abraham Lincoln’s Thanksgiving Proclamation on October 3, 1863—the middle of the Civil War. The holiday was to be observed…
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Senate review 11-8-2023
By Sen. GEORGE BURNS As we approach Nov. 11, a day that holds profound significance for our nation, it is fitting to reflect on the rich history and enduring legacy…
The $3,800 SUV
By LEON YOUNGBLOOD A few months ago, a 78-year-old gentleman made a left-turn in front of me that resulted in a traffic accident. In short, he had minor injuries, I…
Help teaching the Constitution
By Rep. RICK WEST I recently had several people help me pass out pocket-size copies of the U.S. Constitution to eighth-graders throughout House District 3.
On to Thanksgiving
By LEON YOUNGBLOOD Halloween 2023 will soon be behind us, and I guess there are persons who will miss it. Maybe I was not paying attention, but it did not…