Opinion

This Christmas may be different, but it still holds hope

The 19th century Scottish minister and author George MacDonald is not as widely appreciated today, I should think,…

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Analysis: Public health officials under strain amid pandemic

(AP) — Mississippi public health officials are working long hours during the coronavirus pandemic, providing information about caseloads…

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BPD Chief: ‘We will continue doing our job’

Editor’s note: Recently, area law enforcement responded to an incident on Hwy. 51 involving an out-of-control vehicle. In…

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Efforts to abolish the Electoral College will dilute the influence of nation’s rural states

The Electoral College, as confusing and messy as it often becomes in presidential politics, remains the only safeguard…

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My cottage garden is looking awfully like my Granny’s

Must. Get. A. Grip. Little artsy crafts are turning my garden into my grandmother’s. Because I usually travel…

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Grateful for so much, including local newspapers

Thanksgiving is a great time for counting our blessings and expressing gratitude. In challenging times, an attitude of…

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Continuing a long, unfortunate presidential tradition of self-deceptions and outright lies

In Shakespeare’s Hamlet, Polonius advises his son departing for his university schooling: “To thine own self be true.”…

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Politics infuse Mississippi governor’s budget plan

Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves is using his state budget proposal to appeal to a conservative voting base. He’s…

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Respect, love your neighbors; pray for our president

To say voters were stressed and the political climate was in upheaval during the days and months leading…

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Biden’s challenge: Will Americans continue the concept of ‘the loyal opposition’?

Our country is watching a historic drama play out in the wake of the uber-contentious 2020 presidential election.…