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Won't listen to us? Then listen to Skyler

If Bradley County’s COVID-19 deaths — as of this writing, 90 and counting — are still not enough to soften the hoax theorists, then maybe the heartfelt plea of a Cleveland teen whose dad faced … more

1/20/21

Lessons from the past important to our future

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day was two days ago. The beginning of this new year was 20 days ago. The Nov. 3 election was 78 days ago. It is important to remember, and to also honor, those who have … more

D. GARY DAVIS | 1/20/21

Remembering a man, and reliving his dream

Men and women of impact are best remembered by their impactful deeds; yet, it is their words — past and present — that inspire others to take up a humanitarian cause, whether it benefits the … more

1/17/21

Reflections on early pioneers of greenway

This year the Cleveland/Bradley County Greenway will be 20 years old. In October 2001, Phase ” of the greenway opened for the community. It was a short quarter-mile stretch of asphalt between the … more

CAMERON FISHER | 1/17/21

A friend not forgotten, and the impact of her way

When the U.S. Supreme Court handed down its landmark decision — Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka, 1954 — declaring racial segregation in public schools to be … more

RICK NORTON | 1/17/21

At least read it for the Dick Clark zinger

Most of what you are about to read was written on Jan. 4. I have a reason for saying that, which will become clear in about 400 words.I was about two-thirds done. I wasn’t too happy with it. And … more

BARRY CURRIN | 1/15/21

Succeeding with a big, ridiculous goal

My friend, Anita, is felting up a storm. Philip is cooking something new and posting a photo of it every day. Megan is reading Shakespeare on video, Jason is doing woodwork projects, Tom and … more

CARRIE CLASSON | 1/15/21

In winter season, home safety is imperative

We are all gifted with five senses that help us to orient ourselves to place, time and our environment. This is very helpful indeed, but there is also that innate feeling that “something may not be … more

D. GARY DAVIS | 1/13/21

Dream Weekend 2021 a ray of light and hope

As America navigates an uncertain path toward healing in the wake of last week’s insidious attack on the U.S. Capitol, we in Cleveland and Bradley County can take solace in knowing this: something … more

1/13/21

Boxed decorations and the last Christmas

For reasons I’ll keep to myself, taking down the Christmas decorations from my newsroom office two days after the holiday seemed especially depressing. That’s … more

RICK NORTON | 1/10/21

Living the life of a dog celebrity

I am a celebrity among the neighborhood dogs. By now, I have been giving out dog treats on my daily walk for several months. If you think this has gone unnoticed among my town’s dog … more

CARRIE CLASSON | 1/8/21

Decade of independence is a really good start

Today marks a milestone for me.Ten years ago, I walked out the door of my day job for the last time following more than 22 years.I knew I had done all I could do there. In fact, looking back I think … more

BARRY CURRIN | 1/8/21

Rather than blame, how about we learn?

As the congressional seeds of debate swell toward impeaching President Donald Trump or forcing his removal by invoking the 25th Amendment, it is critical to remember America draws perilously close to … more

1/8/21

When making resolutions, remember all of these

Resolutions are usually a “shot in the dark” and are also frequently not kept; at least, by many people, even those with the best intentions. It is human nature to hope for the best, plan for the … more

D. GARY DAVIS | 1/6/21

OCI conference failed its own worshippers

On this day of safety protocols and in the middle of a holiday-season surge in COVID-19 infections that have stolen the lives of 76 Bradley County residents, it is troubling to hear of a cavalier … more

1/6/21

Freshly baked bread and the patience required

“I’m going to bake bread!” my husband, Peter, announced.Inwardly, I said, “Oh, no.” Baking bread is not easy — until it is. Every person I know who bakes bread will agree. If … more

CARRIE CLASSON | 12/30/20

Happy New Year? It's in 2021's hands

Happy New Year: Three words were derived by combining 12 letters that — in an ordinary time — would describe a person’s wish for another to have a “Happy New Year!"Well, 2020 was not that … more

12/30/20

As much Christmas as possible this year

Whatever you think about Christmas, I think you would have to agree we needed one this year. Everyone I know seemed determined to do as much Christmas as it was possible to do. My pastor … more

CARRIE CLASSON | 12/27/20

We needed Christmas this year more than ever

We should be struck by the handiwork of God and become more aware of the wonders that surround us. Life itself is a gift that countless people miss and take for granted. So many family and neighbors … more

12/27/20

Imagine my surprise: The internet interprets dreams

With less than five days remaining in the monster year that ate mankind, I would have thought the long-awaited, oft-debated distribution of a COVID-19 vaccine would have stolen the … more

RICK NORTON | 12/27/20