By Garry Blanson Maya Angelou once said, “You Can’t Really Know Where You Are Going, Until You Know Where You Have Been.” Therefore, We Are going to go back and visit some of the People and Events of “OUR RICH…
Category: Opinions
Woman blames Senator Jackson for Louisiana abortion ban
Dear Editor, Senator Katrina Jackson, I suppose you are happy today! You have helped to take away women’s rights in Louisiana and America. Now, any man can rape their daughter and force her to have this child! We are no…
Senator Jackson, Rep. Moore called out by rape victim on abortion ban
Editor Editor; I am really disturbed about the Supreme Court’s decision to reverse Roe vs Wade. I hope you print my view on this subject even though it may be shocking. I am disappointed that two women that I admire…
Gas card giveaway helped spread the love, give help
Editor’s Note: Recently the LoneWa Worship Center donated over 200 cash cards to residents to help them purchase gasoline. Pastor James Garland Smith now gives reflections on that effort. By Dr. James Garland SmithI was asked to share how the…
Real Freedom for Blacks came on Dec. 18, 1865
Both blacks and whites were caught up in slavery; Lincoln’s proclamation did not end the practice Scores of Americans made money off of the new federal holiday, Juneteenth, which was celebrated last weekend. From t-shirts, parades, parties, and concerts, there…
I was the Teacher of the Year…..Uncertified
School districts should certify their own teachers to answer the shortage On May 27, after eight years of work in the classroom at all levels K-12, I decided to exit the teaching profession. I have been proficient and effective for…
Brown sets record straight on murder site
Dear Editor, In regard to the article on the shooting of Mr. Edward Patrick. This is yet another tragedy that has befallen our community and we must all work together to create solutions and better alternatives for our people to…