Christy Bass Adams Guest Columnist I remember being a child and praying for peace on earth. Bright-eyed, hopeful and innocent, I believed with my whole heart that God would answer. He could…
Category: Editorials
A visible peace that inspires hope
Sheryl Boldt Guest Columnist Despite your brokenness, wouldn’t you like to experience the kind of peace that others envy? Wouldn’t you like to feel a peace that defies understanding, no matter what’s…
From the Sunny Side: Let the music play
Rick Patrick Columnist I have never been one to pay much attention to what others say I should do in terms of when I should begin my annual yuletide celebration. There are…
National Security: Advent
Joe Boyles Guest Columnist This past Sunday was the first Sunday of the season of Advent. In the liturgical calendar, this Sunday also marks the start of the church year. That’s why…
Learning As I Go: Advent Hope
Christy Bass Adams Guest Columnist I typed the word “hope” into the search engine. Top 10 Stories of Hope in 2025 Stories of Hope Share Stories of Hope Purchase Stories of Hope…
Gifts Produce Unity and Maturity
Carlton McPeak Guest Columnist Jesus wanted there to be unity among His followers. He wanted them to grow into mature Christians. Paul said Jesus provided five gifts to “equip the saints” and…
“Tron: Ares” ignites the Grid, glowing with neon brilliance and human heart
Bri Rodriguez news@greenepublishing.com The Tron universe returns in spectacular form with “Tron: Ares,” a visually striking and socially charged continuation of the digital odyssey that began more than four decades ago. Under…
Celebrating Giving Tuesday: A day of impact and community support
Stacy Bush Contributor Each year, the Tuesday following Thanksgiving marks Giving Tuesday—a global movement dedicated to generosity, compassion and community impact. While holiday shopping often takes center stage in the days prior,…
Learning As I Go: Thankful
Christy Bass Adams Guest Columnist I’m thankful for the house that protects us day and night I’m thankful for my children even when they fuss and fight I’m thankful for the food…
National Security: Governance
Joe Boyles Guest Columnist One of the things that makes America special is that we are a republic of united but sovereign states. There are many issues that are not covered by…
Learning As I Go: When things fall apart
Christy Bass Adams Guest Columnist I’ve been reading Jen Hatmaker’s memoir, “Awake.” For those of you who don’t know her, she wrote several popular Bible studies over a decade ago. A fabulous…
National Security: Gettysburg
Joe Boyles Guest Columnist Today is the 162nd anniversary of Abraham Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address. It is one of the most important speeches ever delivered in our nation’s history. The address took place…
From the Sunny Side: Changing weather
I once heard someone say, “If you don’t like the weather around here, just wait 15 minutes.” These days, I think that is a very true statement. Over the past weekend, the…
Learning As I Go: Leaving a legacy
This week we celebrated my grandpa’s 96th birthday. He still lives alone, drives, tends to his shopping needs, and has his mental faculties. Oh, and most of all, his sense of humor….
National Security: Geopolitics
Growing up in Florida, my attention was across the Atlantic. My ancestors were European. My father served in the European Theater during World War II. It was only natural for me to…
From the Sunny Side: Return to the scene
It has been said that history often repeats itself. This past Friday, I found myself in a similar situation as I faced one November evening in 2019. The Madison County Cowboys had…
When the feeling fades
Rev. Cheryl Cruce Columnist There was always something about furthering my education that called to me. Right after high school, I made my first attempt at college, full of dreams but not…
Learning As I Go: Lost baby mouse
Christy Bass Adams Guest Columnist These crisp mornings have caused our kitties to be extra frisky. I love stepping outside and watching them streak by, jump on a random object, then high…
National Security: Florida forestry
Joe Boyles Guest Columnist I retired from the Air Force in 1997, and we moved to Madison County to establish Trinity Farm. One of my principal motivations was to take over responsibility…
From the Sunny Side: Affirmations
Rick Patrick Columnist One of the things I enjoy most about what I am blessed to be able to do is the experience of meeting and talking to the many people who…