Come Heller high water … Ten days after the mid-term elections, it’s becoming pretty darned clear that we did in fact see a blue wave of sorts, both nationally and in Michigan. It wasn’t a tsunami-sized wave, but it was close. I like to think the GOP is having a come to Jesus moment and … Continue Reading
Here’s how to fix elections shenanigans
After losing his job in last week's election, Scott Walker, the governor of Wisconsin, wanted a recount because the vote was close. He couldn't get one, however, because of a new state law that only … Continue Reading
Trump’s right: This one’s all about him
One of the few things I agree with Donald Trump about is that Tuesday’s mid-term election – for local, state and national offices – is all about him. If so, remember, this is a man: Who has told … Continue Reading
Surveyin’ da Situation: The cure to modern life? Cut some firewood
One of the things I really enjoy about going to camp on the weekends in the fall is seeing some of the young folks that accompany their dads to their … Continue Reading
The exclamation point is dead … long live the exclamation point!
When it comes to the English language, there are three rules that newspaper reporters typically follow: 1) Never use an Oxford comma. If you don’t … Continue Reading
Come Heller high water … the Trump wins in 2020 edition
Come Heller high water … I'll warn you up front: The top half of this column is a bit of a downer. I suggest skipping to the lighter stuff in the … Continue Reading
Auchtoons: They keep running ’em because you keep believing them
Toon & text by John Auchter In our early years as a couple, my wife and I used to make a yearly visit to Pennsylvania to visit relatives — … Continue Reading
Surveyin’ da Situation: Sometimes it’s the small things that matter most
By John Matonich I remember in about 1985 or so, my company was building a new fairgrounds for an agricultural society in a neighboring county. It … Continue Reading
Come Heller high water … the October 18th edition
Come Heller high water … My problem is my view of life is too simple. For instance, I think “Why would we want to be friends with or sell weapons … Continue Reading
Come Heller high water … the October 14th edition
Come Heller high water … I wish Hillary Clinton would zip her lip or just go away. She often says the exact wrong thing at the worst possible … Continue Reading
