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Joe Rogers: The problem(s) with liberals

It’s a question I’d pondered: If, as liberals believe, progressive policies are better for America, why do Republicans…

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Paul Ryan could use a lesson in leadership

Call Trent Lott. That’s what Republican House Speaker Paul Ryan should do: Call Trent Lott, with hat in…

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Harley jars fond memories of Tom McKelroy

By Joel McNeece Standing in Bumpus Harley Davidson in Memphis last week trying on helmets I couldn’t help…

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Out of the mouths of babes, comes wisdom

By TJ Ray Out of the mouths of babes often comes wisdom — even babes in a new…

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With TSA, indignity security’s price

It was probably worse for the Transportation Security Administration officer than it was for me. Maybe I’d better…

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My favorite season happens to coincide with spring

Most folks enjoy the change in seasons and it looks like here in Lafayette County we’ve finally broken…

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Triumphs, tragedies marked Bill Minor’s storied journalism career

By Sid Salter Bill Minor – who deservedly embodied the title “dean of Mississippi journalists” at the time…

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Contacting reps has never been easier

Technology can be a powerful thing when used to improve quality of life, particularly when it comes to…

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Financial health of state’s hospitals on a roller coaster

By Charlie Mitchell A healthier Mississippi with more medical services, specifically for the underserved, was a hallmark of…

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Getting to know the older, wiser me

While doing a story on AARP’s driving class recently, it occurred to me as I was writing that…

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Joe Rogers: You can’t handle the truth

A Mississippi legislator, stung by a newspaper column, has taken it upon himself to bring “objective truth” to…

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Before ACA, taxpayers were already obligated to provide indigent care

Perhaps the most frustrating fallout from the ongoing national struggle over “repealing and replacing” the Affordable Care Act…

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Florida coach Mike White will always be an Ole Miss Rebel

It couldn’t happen to a better Rebel. Even if he is achieving it all in the name of…

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You owe me Mr. Trump for my vote

By TJ Ray Dear Mr. Trump: Pardon my not saying “Dear Mister President.” Truth is I’m not sure…

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Taking great pride in churches

By Joel McNeece One church for every 141 Calhoun Countians, that’s what Dr. Jim Futral was referring to Monday…

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‘Back the Badge’ bill sends a message, but is not racist

So it seems there are some “Liberal Loonies” who are upset with our elected officials passing a bill…

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Judge Neil M. Gorsuch’s “personhood” writings will impact confirmation debate

By Sid Salter For all of the questionable, quirky and downright bizarre actions and utterances of our newly-minted…

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Sometimes you’re the turtle, and sometimes you’re the truck

Sometimes you’re the turtle, and sometimes you’re the truck. Though I can still hear my late father’s stern…

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Rep. Gibson’s quest for truth reflects misunderstanding

State Rep. Andy Gipson, R-Braxton, has his toga in a knot because a Delta newspaper publisher offered his…

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90 in the shade, but done in by snow

My friend Ed and I were wrapping up our annual baseball spring training trip the other day, in…

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Weather forecasts and forecasters can be unreliable this time of year

Weather has long been a fascination, and late winter and early spring have a unique ability of highlighting…

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Uncompensated care numbers make state hospital vulnerable

While the national debate over Republican efforts to “repeal and replace” the Affordable Care Act continues, hospitals in…