Good People Did Nothing

Seven years ago in August 2017, I drove to New York City on a singular mission: to meet and have lunch with a Jewish survivor from World War II, Johanna Reiss. As a little girl, she and her older sister were hidden by a family who placed their lives in peril by doing so.

Faces & Places

Think about this: If the woman running for President of the United States has to have two former Presidents (Obama and Clinton – no not Hilary) to campaign for her, plus a Bruce Springsteen concert to draw young people and Spike Lee to put pressure on “the brothers” like Obama already did, plus Liz...

Old Glory News

It sure is warm today, but maybe the mighty cold front is on its way and will blow in with a mighty blast. Well, it is about time for the weather to change. We sure do need some rain; I don't understand how it can get so dry in this neck of the woods.

How to Find a Cheaper Medicare Prescription Drug Plan

Dear Savvy Senior, What’s the easiest way to compare Medicare Part D prescription drug plans? My Part D premium is increasing again in 2025, so I would like to use the fall open enrollment to find and sign up for a cheaper plan.

Early voting begins next week

Early voting for the Nov. 5 general election begins Monday, Oct.21 and ends on Nov. 1.Texas voters will be choosing from a full slate of candidates, from president to U.S. senator to various county positions.The deadline to register to vote was Oct. 7.

Trying to Right a Wrong

John Ballew of Saginaw grew up in the Panhandle town of Memphis where his grandfather was a bootlegger. John wrote a book about his colorful grandfather titled THE HALL COUNTY GANGSTER, RAYMOND BALLEW. Since there is no newspaper in Memphis anymore, John puts stories about his hometown on Facebook.

2 Cents Worth

Things have been quiet around our house this past week, we have both did a little bit of everything, where doe the time go,. I have painted and got ready to paint a beautiful dancing Indian, cleaned house, and did the usual things all of us women do to keep the home going.

Public service and the small-town school board

There's no greater challenge and there is no greater honor than to be in public service. – Condoleeza Rice, former Secretary of State and National Security Advisor during the George H. W.

How SSI Benefits Can Help Struggling Seniors and the Disabled

Dear Savvy Senior, What can you tell me about the SSI program and what are the eligibility requirements for seniors?I’m trying to help my elderly aunt who is very lowincome.

Old Glory News

Today is a very beautiful day. Getting a little dry, need some more nice rain showers. Lot of activities during the weekend.Approximately four hundcred plus came out to the big Sausage Supper at the Old Glory Lodge last night.Good food, great music and wonderful fellowship.