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My husband is a major believer in no Christmas decorating until after Thanksgiving. The older he gets, the harder the line he seems to take with this belief.
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A fascinating window into the past was published Dec. 14, 1901, in the Topeka State Journal. The story features the reminiscences of John Armstrong, an anti-slavery activist who had been in Topeka since its founding in 1854.
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Agricultural leaders tell us that nothing can be done to return America to a small farm economy, an era long past. But that is very shortsighted and essentially dangerous.
Read moreHolidays can be tough for those who experienced a loss
Read moreConcerns about county attorney Dear Editor, About a month ago, I delivered a paper copy of my most recent letter to the editor as noted below, to the Ellsworth County Attorney’s Office of Paul J. Kasper, in person.
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Once upon a time, the founders of this country dreamed of a land that spread from sea to shining sea. They envisioned prosperous farms and ranches covering the land like a beautiful handmade quilt. Vibrant villages filled with shops, schools and churches provided community and a sense of place, making America the finest place on earth to live and raise a family, no matter where you were placed on that beautiful quilt. What a beautiful dream!
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