Funny Papers Again Column | Let Freedom of the Press Reign, but Donāt Let It Rule
In a short conversation with a man Iāve known for decades I mentioned how hard it can sometimes be to conjure up a topic for this column; he agreed by saying if such a task were left to him, heād probably get run out...
Guest Column | With 6 Drive-Thru Donation Sites, Goodwill Central Coast Focuses on the Art of Convenience
We all crave convenience. It makes our lives easier, and allows us to spend our time on what we find meaningful, such as family and personal goals and pursuits.
Because the lifeblood of Goodwill Central Coast centers on community donations, the tri-county nonprofit goes to...
Funny Papers Again Column | Opinion: āTā Is a No-Brainer; The Oval Not So Much
Election Day 2024 is in 19 days and I have already marked my ballot, sealed it in the postage paid envelope and have it setting here atop my little work table. Today, I will deposit it in the ballot box located at the south...
Window on the World Column: Make good memories
I hate the Fourth of July, America's birthday, Independence Day and all that. There, Iāve said it. I even said it out loud, as I hummed, alternatively, āStar Spangled Bannerā and āWe are the Champions.ā Then a wartime mortar comes flying over my head...
Letter to the Editor | Vote Yes on Measure T for Our Community
To the Editor:
Dear residents, your support is crucial for our cityās future. Measure T is a vital sales tax measure designed to continue the progress weāve made in enhancing our infrastructure, expanding recreational opportunities and improving our safety.
By voting yes on Measure T, youāll help...
Funny Papers Again Column | Words for America to Honor ā What a Capital Idea
I made an honest effort at reciting words I learned years ago only to find that I had left out three sections, just a few words, but those omissions were as integral and important as any others. I am talking about the preamble to...
Window on the World Column | You Are Not a Tree…
I saw this line on social media and I loved it so much. Too many people in the free world complain about where they live, banter on about what they donāt care for in that place ā the politics, the weather, the terrain or...
Worthy to Print Column | Lazy Days of Summer
āCome on, Honey, I promise you will like it. You know how you love swimming.ā Her tones were soft and inviting. I had been listening to her try and get me out of the house by going to the city swimming pool. It seems that the...





















