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This is a teaching tool with real power

Allow me to wander through the past again this week. This piece is about the most unusual gift…

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Take a deep breath and run the laps

When I was in ninth grade I played football — defensive line. I was a big guy and…

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Runoffs suggest low turnout, little intrigue

For voters, the June 26 primary runoff elections are unfortunately looking like low-turnout, low-interest affairs that don’t promise…

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Saturday’s parade of heroes

I grew up in the shadow of a cousin whose name was spoken of in whispers, with every…

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Well-intentioned tax cuts destined to tank economy

For Better or worse, Mississippi Republicans are fulfilling their promises to cut state government. This is a dramatic…

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Republican runoff candidates embrace Trump ideas

Two candidates in a Republican primary runoff for a congressional race in central Mississippi agree on many big…

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Much more than a cake at stake in court ruling

Some protesting the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling in Masterpiece Cakeshop vs. Colorado Civil Rights Commission contend the 7-2…

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Trees are vulnerable to striking lightning

Lightning can strike just about anything tall, but trees do seem to be a frequent target. Tall trees,…

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Of faithful fathers and fishing reels

There’s a lot to be said about fathers. From a societal perspective, there are untold benefits to having…

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Musings on the original Ray Mosby

“Fair? A fair is something with rides and clowns. Life ain’t fair, Sonny Boy.” — My grandfather My…