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BOB BROWN: A Rose

William Shakespeare (1564-1616) wrote many memorable lines including, “A rose by any other name would smell as sweet,” a literal and botanical truth. Juliet lamented Romeo’s Montague name, her...

ROBERT L. MARONIC: Hey, Senator Jack Reed (D-RI), Shut The H*ll Up

According to the second half of Ecclesiastes 3:8 (paraphrased), there is a time for peace...

FRED FIRST: Can You Hear Me Now?

Yes, I have not said much lately, here at the one month mark. Ann has lived...

BECKY MAUPIN: Moms’ Needs Always Come Last—And That Has to Change

You’ve probably heard the phrase “You can’t pour from an empty cup,” but if you’re...

ROBERT L. MARONIC: Greta Thunberg’s Warped Sense Of Justice

TIME magazine's Person of the Year in 2019, Swedish child-woman and virulent antisemite, Greta Thunberg,...

ROBERT L. MARONIC: Is Elon Musk A Crypto Nazi?

I have always had great respect for The Jerusalem Post, but I am beginning to have some serious doubts. I have to ask myself how...

RANDY HUFF: Reciprocity

Reciprocity is a thing, hidden deep within and through and through the you and me and us and them of all of life. The...

FRED FIRST: Quietude and The Peace of Winters Past

Once upon a time, our daily bread I never took for granted the serenity, beauty and tranquility of our lives for twenty years on Goose...

BOB BROWN: Restorative Sleep

In the quest for restorative sleep, understanding the underlying factors that influence our nightly rest is paramount. Quality sleep not only rejuvenates the body...

ROBERT L. MARONIC: Will Biden’s White House Physician Need A Presidential Pardon?

One White House employee, who most certainly will need a presidential pardon is Dr. Kevin C. O’Connor, D.O. He has been President Biden‘s personal...

SERWAN ZANGANA: Is There Any Hope For Roanoke City Council?

Roanoke City Council members returned to their old political game in the Municipal building. Perhaps, the pain from the hit which was the first...