Stacy Bush Contributor For many Americans, especially those in their peak earning years, the home is not just a place to live – it’s the largest single asset in the retirement portfolio….
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When we do the very thing we hate
Sheryl Boldt Guest Columnist We can never sin so much that God would withhold His forgiveness from us. God hates our sin, but He loves us. I love both parts of this…
From the Sunny Side: Little things
Rick Patrick Columnist I’m not quite sure exactly when the change occurred. In fact, it has only recently dawned on me that any change at all had happened. But it certainly has…
National Security: Socialism
Joe Boyles Guest Columnist I was raised in a time and circumstance when socialism and communism were dirty words. My father schooled me on the dangers of these two ‘isms.’ He told…
Learning As I Go: Lots of little things
Christy Bass Adams Guest Columnist With the balmy weather, outside activities throughout the middle of the day haven’t been happening. This weekend, I made a mental list of several small projects I…
The Bush Wealth Advantage: 401(k) millionaires surge amid market growth
Stacy Bush Contributor The number of 401(k) millionaires has surged by 27 percent in 2024, according to recent data from Fidelity Investments. This sharp increase reflects strong market performance, higher contribution rates,…
Celebrating America!
Sheryl Boldt Guest Columnist America is the most generous country in the world, helping other nations in times of crisis. At home, we are a land of endless opportunity, enabling hardworking citizens…
From the Sunny Side: Something punny
Rick Patrick Columnist I have always been one to enjoy a good bit of humor. Of course when I say a “good” bit of humor, I mean the really “bad” jokes, puns…
National Security: Constitution
Joe Boyles Guest Columnist In a few days, our nation will be celebrating the 250th anniversary of our founding, when the Declaration of Independence was adopted by the Continental Congress on July…
Learning As I Go: Divine meetings
Christy Bass Adams Guest Columnist I chaperoned youth camp. While there, we were all split up and sent on different mission opportunities through the area near Asheville, N.C. Some of our adults…
How will eliminating property taxes affect Madison County?
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Washington gives presentation on the County’s budgetary proces In an effort to keep Madison County citizens informed, Madison County Clerk of Courts and County Comptroller, Billy Washington, gave a…
Childhood reflections with a touch of grace: Closing the distance
Mickey Starling Columnist As the summer sun again finds its strength, it signals that hunting season is just around the corner. Since my youth, hunting has always been one of my passions,…
The Bush Wealth Advantage: Investing in your vacation
Brad Bayless Contributor Why do so many of us not use our vacation days? Salespeople talk about “leaving money on the table.” Well, employees leave vacation on the table, and the cost…
The Bush Wealth Advantage: Staying afloat in a sea of debt
Aaron Taylor Contributor Many people may only concentrate on reducing their debts when the economy begins to slow down. However, it may be smart to practice sound debt management even when times…
When you tell God you love Him
Sheryl Boldt Guest Columnist “I love You, Father.” When I say this short sentence, it changes my day. Every time I express my love for my heavenly Father, silently or out loud,…
From the Sunny Side: My small town
Rick Patrick Columnist As I am writing this, I am reminded of the phrase, “preaching to the choir.” I suppose that phrase comes from the fact that those in the church choir…
Learning As I Go: Remembering my Papa
Christy Bass Adams Guest Columnist There are some people who are always there; my papa was one of them. I don’t remember a holiday, birthday or special celebration when he hasn’t been…
The Bush Wealth Advantage: Financial moves to make when suddenly single
Kent Patrick Most of us cannot imagine the sudden loss of our spouse. Yet, difficult as it may seem to accept, U.S. Census data indicates that the overwhelming majority of married women…
Judging others as we want them to judge us
Sheryl Boldt Guest Columnist I used to think I was a better Christian when I’d notice someone in church whose Bible had fewer underlined passages than mine. Then one day, my husband,…
From the Sunny Side: Funny pictures
Rick Patrick Columnist I have often been intrigued by the subject of humor. During my time spent on this big, round rock floating through the cosmos, I have discovered that there is…