As we approach the Fourth of July, I find myself thinking about that simple, powerful line so many of us know by heart: “God bless America, land...

The tools we use have changed dramatically. The need for relationships has not.The first newspaper I ever published on my own was called Neighbor...

Let me begin by saying this clearly:I believe in technology.I have spent much of my professional life embracing it, investing in it and helping others adapt to it. As the...

In my last column, I wrote about the importance of Christians being involved in politics, especially local politics. My goal in this series of...

COOKEVILLE, Tenn. — In a healthy democracy, government should not only speak to the people—it should also listen.That principle is at the heart of legislation recently...

Cookeville is growing — and anyone who has tried to find a parking spot downtown lately can see it. Growth brings opportunity, but it also brings...

Why have primaries for local races?  It’s about the voters! Name recognition or alphabetical advantages on the ballot are no longer acceptable to most voters. When over 80%...

I grew up watching Sesame Street. My children watched Barney. And like many American families, we once saw PBS as a trusted, educational companion...