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Opinion

The language we use

Editorials and columns

Ancient proverbs can be helpful in adjusting our language and behavior in ways that can benefit every generation. They have become ancient because they work. One example: "A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger " (Proverbs 15:1). It means calm, patient and kind words ...

We have been Independent for 250 years! Why stop now?

Editorials and columns

How does it feel to be 250 years old? This year we, the United States of America, will celebrate over two centuries of independence, and now is as good of time as any to look how far we have come and look how far we can go. Most know our country’s history, but suffice to say those who came ...

Cavitt to host local office hours

Editorials and columns

State Representative Cam Cavitt, R-Cheboygan, will host local office hours in Cheboygan, Curran, and Posen. The meetings will take place at the following times and locations: Friday, Feb. 6 — Route 65 Diner in Posen, 1 to 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 20 — Alice’s Restaurant in Cheboygan, 11 ...

The end of the road for the little diner that could

Editorials and columns

All that remained of Ruthie's Diner on Jan. 21 was charred, ice-encased rubble -- the aftermath of firefighters' desperate efforts to extinguish the blaze that ultimately consumed the modest eatery, which for more than 70 years had served locals and the travelers, anglers and hunters heading ...

The state that stands up to ICE

Editorials and columns

President Donald Trump and his federal forces chose the wrong city and state for the escalating war on civilians out on the streets and in their homes, resulting in two deaths so far. Minneapolis residents are defending city walls as best they can against masked federal Immigration and ...