Opinion
Graduation 2017 has arrived.On May 26 we welcome and celebrate our newest class of graduates. In my seven years here, I continue to be impressed by the journeys our students take to arrive at this moment. Their growth within themselves and their diverse accomplishments is something we’re all proud...
In recognition of National Police Week May 14-20, 2017, communities across the United States will be honoring and remembering those law enforcement officers who made the ultimate sacrifice, as well as their family members, friends and fellow officers they left behind.
o There are approximately 900,...
Children in need of foster care come from all families, all areas of the state, all socio-economic backgrounds. What they share in common are their struggles.
Most have been abused or neglected; some are dependent on alcohol or drugs; some have mental health concerns; some have had encounters with...
After a couple of false starts, Republicans in the U.S. House passed a bill to follow through on their promise to repeal and replace Obamacare.
Getting this bill passed was a critical first step in saving health coverage for the millions of Americans who are experiencing the collapse of the...
Over recent years, there’s been many new choices in educational programs. Some examples are project-based learning, online school, open enrollment, post-secondary option, CIS (College in the Schools) or the traditional school setting. It’s enough to make parents and educators alike ask, “What...
While observing politics the last fifty years it seems one of two things happen. When the Republicans are in power, they cut too much. The Democrats get control and spend too much. The cutters are in control this year.
There are things that may need cutting, but on $30 million from environmental...
An open letter to Rep. Poston and Kresha and Sen. Gazelka
In 2016 and now in 2017, rural legislators from both sides of the aisle fought hard to create a fairer state share of school facility costs by targeting property tax relief to farm property for taxes paid on school bonds. This Ag2School 40...
Agnes Johnstone, 94, of Ada passed away May 8, 2017 at the Benedictine Living Community of Ada.
Funeral services will be held a 2 p.m. Sunday, May 14 at the Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home in Crookstone with Pastor Karen Finnegan of Faith United Church, Ada officiationg Visitation is one hour prior...
