It’s almost time to send my sons back to school. This year brings lots of changes for my family. It’s the first time in three years that my boys will not be attending a school at which I am employed. My oldest Read More
I love the Fourth of July. And from what I saw last Saturday, it is safe to say that I am not the only one who feels that way. I believe that the attendance and excitement were greater this year than in Read More
Growing up as an African American in mostly white Idaho Falls presented many challenges. One was limited education of African American history and traditions. Even today, schools provide little in the way of educating our students about the great contributions, horrific experiences Read More
I normally try to avoid tit for tat when writing my columns. Reacting to other columnists does little to make life better for the people of Idaho. That being said, I could not let go unanswered the comparison of Lt. Gov. McGeachin Read More
What’s that old proverb/curse about “interesting times”? Well, we certainly are embroiled in our own interesting times. I am not accustomed to saluting or congratulating persons of the Republican Party. But I have to salute several who have chosen to fulfill their Read More
As many of you did, I expected this session of the Idaho Legislature to be over by now. I know that I am ready for it to be over. Ready to breathe a collective sigh of relief and take time to evaluate Read More
