August 12, 2010 RSS feed / Opinion

GOP races look bad for Dem governors

It must have been gloomy for Democrats when the nation’s governors met last month in Boston for their annual summer get-together. The reason: If congressional races look bad for Democrats, the 37 gubernatorial contests are even worse. More...

BOB BOWMAN’S EAST TEXAS

Stories of hidden treasures abound

East Texas is resplendent with stories about hidden or buried treasures. While many of them may be only legends passed down by generations of East Texans, many of the stories have some credence. More...

CHECKLIST CHARLIE

Nonprofit donations suffer during recession

With the recession, dips in donations and membership dues are a widespread challenge for nonprofits and clubs. More...

Foreign policy belongs in spotlight

Our foreign policy has been in the spotlight lately, which is exactly where it should be. Almost two years ago, many voters elected someone they thought would lead us to a more peaceful, rational co-existence with other countries. More...

Supreme Court could redefine marriage

The federal same-sex marriage decision in California sets into motion a sequence of events that will result in a Supreme Court earthquake two years from now. More...

HEALTH MATTERS

Alzheimer’s not normal part of aging

Contrary to some popular beliefs, Alzheimer’s is not a normal part of aging. We all forget where we put things or forget someone’s name from time to time. This is part of getting older and having plenty on our mind. More...