Opinion

Family, friends ‘rocked’ cemetery for service

It’s not often you hear one say this, but I sure do hate it that I missed that funeral on Saturday. Actually, there were two ... Read more

Honeysuckle scents memories

Memorial Day is the unofficial start of summer. That is what the weatherman said, but I knew summer was here when I heard squeals coming ... Read more

Freshmen making mark

Historically, the legislature has not been a good stepping stone to the governor’s office. In fact, Robert Bentley is the only person in modern Alabama ... Read more

Support for Miracle League overwhelming

“Isn’t it wonderful to live in a community that takes care of the needs of all of its children?” Those were the words of PowerSouth’s ... Read more

Many paid ultimate price

Officially, Memorial Day is a federal holiday commemorating the men and women who died while in military service to the United States. It began as ... Read more

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Opinion Columnists

Little finger lost power over ‘old mule’

I often find myself wishing that I could connect my daddy’s brain to a zip drive and back up the knowledge and history stored there. ... Read more

Not-so-fond memories of Edsel

Ever heard of the Edsel automobile? Time Magazine rated it as one of the 50th worst cars of all times, describing it as “kind of ... Read more

Letters to the Editor

Thanks to those who give blood

June 14 has been set aside as World Blood Donor Day. While it seems there is a “day” for everything, this day is special. On ... Read more

IPAB will affect Medicare

In light of the recent passage of Medicaid reform by the Alabama Legislature, and the ongoing conversation surrounding Medicare budget negotiations in Washington, I am ... Read more

SHS coach: Thanks for course use

Now that the high school golf season has come to a close, I would like to take this opportunity to thank the City of Andalusia ... Read more

Bad decisions can change life

We make decisions every day, whether good or bad, it has to be done. I decided to take matters into my own hands. I thought ... Read more

Daughter shares thoughts about mom

I am the proud daughter of Patricia Wenum, former principal of East Three Notch Elementary School. I am writing this letter to the editor to ... Read more