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Editor’s Column – Assumptions

Be curious, not judgmental. ~ Ted Lasso By the time you read this, you’ve most likely enjoyed (or endured) the annual gathering of friends and family around the Thanksgiving table. Hopefully, the food and drink were delicious, and the conversation was amicable. However, if you walked away agitated or inflamed[Read More…]

November 22, 2023 by Niki Turner Comments are Disabled

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Editor’s Column – November 16th, 2023

Three branches of government, Schoolhouse Rock style For those who don’t remember Schoolhouse Rock, it was a series of educational, yet entertaining, animated musical clips inserted into Saturday morning cartoons. You see (putting on my granny voice) back in the days before cable and satellite and streaming on-demand video, the[Read More…]

November 15, 2023 by Niki Turner Comments are Disabled

Letters To The Editor

LETTER TO THE EDITOR – Thank you from the family of Dillon Hobbs

Dear Editor, With appreciation and gratefulness, the family of Dillon Hobbs would like to thank the community for the outpouring of support and assistance throughout the last several weeks. Cassi, John, Donald and Amy are especially overwhelmed by each person, group and organization that reached out to aid during this[Read More…]

November 15, 2023 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

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Loose Ends – Mixed messaging

The red and white bumper sticker stuck out with its simple design and bold message: “I Miss My Dog.” It was affixed to the left side of a large back window. We have all gotten used to a plethora of political slogans plastered on windows or bumpers. Yet when the[Read More…]

November 8, 2023 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Editor’s Column – Herald health update

One of the things we’ve committed to following our recent financial crisis is something we’re always harping on our local governments and special districts to do: be transparent, especially about finances. It’s in that vein I write this week’s column. First, some history for those of you who are new[Read More…]

November 2, 2023 by Niki Turner 1 comment

Letter to the Editor

A successful Hogwarts Dear Editor, A Magical Night at Hogwarts was yet again a huge success! Fun had by all with the maze, train ride, carnival games, fun prizes and activities and great food! It was fun to see new activities and games to play to keep the event fresh[Read More…]

November 2, 2023 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Loose Ends – Community care and concern

Every once in a while the news of the week in this small town looks like history repeating itself. One of these unexpected events will shake not only a family but a community to its core, especially with the loss or life-changing injury of our young people. One glance at[Read More…]

November 2, 2023 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Editor’s Column – October 25th, 2023

The misery quotient I don’t like being miserable, but I know some people who seem to revel in it, and that always makes me wonder why. I think we all have a “misery quotient” – the amount of distress or discomfort one is able to endure before taking the necessary[Read More…]

October 25, 2023 by Niki Turner Comments are Disabled

Loose Ends – The value of a library

When it comes to finding a good book, the shelves of the public library continue to be the best place to start. The libraries in many rural communities have moved forward with the times as they have expanded their services to their patrons by offering online check-out. This allows all[Read More…]

October 25, 2023 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Loose Ends: Collaborative efforts

“We never have done it that way before” is the go-to reaction in a well-established community when someone tries to bring change. That often puts a halt to any efforts to collaborate. Negativity continues to seep deep below the surface. One continues to hear complaints that things have not gotten[Read More…]

October 4, 2023 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

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Editor’s Column: When in Doubt…

“When in doubt, tell the truth. It will confound your enemies and astound your friends.” ~ Mark Twain Remember the old TV show “Candid Camera,” where people were set up for foolish tricks and pranks and filmed without knowing it? With the proliferation of security cameras — homes, doorbells, malls,[Read More…]

September 27, 2023 by Niki Turner Comments are Disabled

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Editors Column: Assume Positive Intent

“Everyone is doing the best they can. When they can do better, they will.” Dr. Lee Gibson I’d like you to try an imagination exercise. Think about the person in your life who causes you the most resentment, frustration and disappointment. You might think they’re lazy, sloppy, careless, mean, foolish,[Read More…]

September 20, 2023 by Niki Turner Comments are Disabled