Got the birthday cake ready for tomorrow?
What kind of birthday cake will you be having today or tonight or tomorrow? Editor Don Whitten is expecting at least one kind of cake as his family celebrates the biggest birthday of all – that of Jesus. (December 24, 2012, Page 4)
Letters to the Editor
Patti C. Harris writes to urge people to look behind, and into, statements made by people “in the know” and to exercise a bit of skepticism. (December 20, 2012, Page 4)
Still On His Throne
Local columnist Jimmy Reed relates a story a long-time friend told about God’s protection and answers for prayers to show that God is always there and He is in control. (September 25, 2012, Page 4)
Procrastination can have ill effects
Thomas Jefferson is credited with saying, “Nver put off till tomorrow what you can do today.” Mark Twain countered with: “Never put off until tomorrow what you can do the day after tomorrow.” Editor Don Whitten takes a look at the conflict and issues that procrastination can cause for everyone involved. (September 24, 2012, Page 4A)
I hate hate, but Oreos are OK by me
Staff Writer Melanie Addington writes about how different interpretations and portions of the Bible are used for different purposes, including use as a go-to-source for why it’s all right to hate those who are different. (June 28, 2012, Page 4)
Celebrating Easter – something for everyone
Did you attend Palm Sunday services last weekend? Have plans for an Easter egg hunt the next couple of days. Looking forward to Easter Sunday? Editor Don Whitten writes about all of the events going on the week of Easter and reminds readers to make sure they connect the dots on what Easter is all about. (April 5, 2012, Page 4A)
Letters to the Editor
Dave Cullison writes to take issue with a recent religion column, saying he disagreed with the piece and was offended by the way the columnist chose to express himself. (March 19, 2012, Page 4)
The Final Journey
Local columnist Jimmy Reed takes us back in history and on the “final journey” as the three wise men follow the star to find the Christ child. (December 20, 2011, Page 4A)
There’s so much to be thankful for
Do you like lists? In honor of Thanksgiving, Editor Don Whitten gives us a Top 20 list – of Things to be Thankful For. (November 24, 2011, Page 4A)
Letters to the Editor
Dr. Carroll Stone writes to support the Personhood Amendment from three perspectives, while Lauren Dorsey writes to share a problem she and fellow OMS students are having. (October 20, 2011, Page 4)
