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Peaceful protests work, lessons from the UK

BY CHRIS HOUSTON Disruptive climate protests annoy some people, but studies from the UK confirm that they have…

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Thanksgiving 2024 is a time to reflect on our blessings

Like many this Thanksgiving, we see it as a chance to reflect on what we’re thankful for. And,…

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It’s a shorter shopping season, make it worthwhile by shopping locally

There are five fewer days between Black Friday – the day after Thanksgiving – and Christmas Day compared…

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What seniors should know right now about Medicare

BY KENNETH THORPE Congress recently made a number of changes to Medicare’s “Part D” prescription drug benefit. The…

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What did we learn from November 5th?

BY DR. GLENN MOLLETTE The majority of American voters have made it clear: they want stronger border security.…

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A serious question about the U.S. Constitution

BY THOMAS L. KNAPP Let’s get my “news hook” out of the way: President-elect Donald Trump has been…

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What it means to do the work of freedom now

BY ANDREW MOSS When conceding the presidential election to Donald Trump, Kamala Harris told supporters gathered at Howard…

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Hometown events make the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays special

Hurricane Helene has rearranged the holiday season for many communities, especially Northeast Tennessee and Western North Carolina. This…

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Congress must block Hamas terrorists from entering our country

After four years of Biden-Harris failures, our country is set to make an incredible comeback with Republican control…

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The slow decline of the press

BY DEREK ROYDEN “How did you go bankrupt?” Bill asked. “Two ways,” Mike said. “Gradually and then suddenly.”…