Come Heller high water… I don’t agree with Michigan Attorney General Bill Schuette on much (much defined as nothing) but I do appreciate his continued pursuit of those responsible for the Flint water crisis. I just hope he doesn’t spare anybody because of their status or … [Read more...]
Archives for December 2016
And the worst Christmas tune of all-time is …
When you are a columnist, sometimes you have to take a stand on the “big issues,” no matter how controversial. So, here’s today’s bold stance: “Wonderful Christmastime” is the worst Christmas song of all time. There. I said it. Actually, I’ve said it before - in columns and to … [Read more...]
Surveyin’ da Situation: Are Alaskan reality shows really all that real?
As a lot of people do, I enjoy watching the myriad of shows on TV that tell some story about folks in Alaska. “Life Below Zero,” “The Edge of Alaska," “The Last Alaskan," “Living Alaska,” “Gold Rush,” “Building Alaska” and the “Alaskan Railroad” are a few. Yep, there are more and … [Read more...]
This week’s Auchtoon: Dear, Mr. Putin …
'Toon & Text by John Auchter You may think that I'm kidding about Flint hitting up Russia for a little help. I'm not sure that I am. It's been three years now. Three years of unsafe drinking water in Flint. Michigan. USA. And as recent stories on Michigan Radio will tell … [Read more...]
Come Heller high water … the December 14th edition
Come Heller high water … Ten inches of snow? A polar vortex bringing single digit temps? People driving into ditches all over the place? Hey, Mother Nature, way to ease us into this whole winter thing. Much obliged. You have 100-degree days planned for the first day of … [Read more...]