Editorial

We still haven’t acknowledged our national disease of racism

ACHTUNG: The following is not a fair and balanced story. It is an editorial by the editor. Though I published an opinion piece from a quasi-celebrity this week, I despise…

Editor July 9, 2016

Editorial

Former Viking grid star responds to recent tragic events

EDITOR'S NOTE: The following are comments by 2015 Hopkins High School graduate Jalen Kisner, who is perhaps best known in this area as an all-star offensive and defensive lineman for…

Editor July 8, 2016

Editorial

We can do it! Sign the petition to repeal fireworks law

ACHTUNG: This is not a “fair and balanced” story. It is an editorial by the editor. Anyone who would like to sign the petition to repeal Michigan’s fireworks law enacted…

Editor June 28, 2016

Editorial

Fred Hilbert tells of importance of recording history

EDITOR'S NOTE: The following editorial comment was made long ago by Plank Road Farm founder Fred Hilbert Sr., father of State Senator Fred Hilbert (1960-64) of Wayland. Both Hilberts lived…

Editor June 23, 2016

Editorial

Salem Township showed the way in dealing with dust control

ACHTUNG: The following is not a "fair and balanced" story. It is an editorial by the editor. At the risk of being misunderstood again, I submit another example that taxes…

Editor June 15, 2016

Editorial

Is Islamic terrorism now targeting gay Americans?

To the editor: The reports of yet one more terrorist attack in the United States have put 50 dead and 53 wounded. The fact that the terrorist performed the massacre…

Editor June 12, 2016

Editorial

Sizable crowd encouraging at forum about school needs

ACHTUNG: The following is a not a "fair and balanced" story. It is an editorial by the editor. A funny thing happened at the school forum Wednesday evening. A good…

Editor June 10, 2016

Editorial

Is Mrs. Clinton the first female to run for president?

To the editor: The long and short answer is no, Hillary Clinton is not the first woman to seek the presidency. In my opinion, every reporter and television commentator needs…

Editor June 9, 2016

Editorial

State Legislature values money more than public safety

Safety first? Not in the Michigan State Legislature. Our incompetent lawmakers in Lansing are at it again, placing a higher value on the almighty dollar than the welfare of citizens.…

Editor June 3, 2016

Editorial

AG Schuette is spreading Gamrat-Courser Fatigue

I am suffering from Gamrat-Courser Fatigue, a disease I just made up, caused by publicity-obssessed Michigan Attorney General William Schuette. For those who may already have forgotten, but I doubt…

Editor May 26, 2016