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ROBERT L. MARONIC: When Is Trump’s Promise To Iran That “Help Is On The Way” Finally Going To Happen?

There was a horrific, chaotic carnage in the streets of Iran during a nationwide protest on January 8 and 9. Tens of thousands of unarmed protesters were shot dead in an indiscriminate slaughter...

FRED FIRST: Missouri’s Capitol City: First-Time Tourist

I could not possibly do justice to my first visit a half hour south of...

BOB BROWN: The Triumph of Terrible Feelings Over Judgment

Today, our way of life is dominated by powerful, fast-moving, extreme emotions — especially anger,...

ROBERT L. MARONIC: President Trump Owes The UK An Apology

I read a disturbing and disquieting article in the New York Times on January 23 entitled,...

ROBERT L. MARONIC: House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer (R-KY) Is a Defeatist

I read an article in the New York Post by Emily Crane on January 26 entitled,...

DEVOTIONAL: Pride Sank The “Unsinkable” Ship

When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with humility comes wisdom. --Proverbs 11:2 The early 20th Century was a time of amazing advancements and optimism....

DEVOTIONAL: Pride Goes Before A Fall

Pride goes before destruction, And a haughty spirit before a fall.  -Proverbs 16:18 (NKJV) Idioms are a popular and charming part of any language. These little...

DEVOTIONAL: Do It Now

 So be careful how you live. Don’t live like fools, but like those who are wise. Make the most of every opportunity in these...

MELINDA MYERS: Increase Flowers With A Bit of Deadheading

Keep your garden looking its best with a bit of deadheading. Removing faded flowers can promote repeat bloom on some plants, encourage fuller, more...

SCOT BELLAVIA: When Online, Bide Your Time

I scrolled across a few posts recently that didn’t need my comment. In saying that, I’m not peacocking virtuosity by declaring I’m saving the...

DEVOTIONAL: Want To Help Your Country? Love God!

Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a reproach to any people. -- Proverbs 14:34 (ESV) As Americans celebrate the 4th of July, many may...
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