Compromise makes a comeback

After negotiating a deal with House Speaker Kevin McCarthy to avoid a catastrophic default on America's debt, President Biden observed: 'Now, this agreement represents a compromise, which means not everyone gets what they want.

Responsible spending important

Being fiscally responsible is important at every level of government and it’s no wonder there is high scrutiny of how taxpayers’ money is being spent. It’s their money.At the local level the word “millions” gives enough reason for Clintonites to take pause.

CLINTON’S HISTORY 10, 20, 30 AND 40 YEARS AGO

30 YEARS AGO● Architect Don Beck met with members of the Clinton Library Board to go over suggested plans for remodeling of the existing building at 721 Frisco and the 3,000-square foot addition to the east.Among those taking part in the planning session were Terry Wheeler, board chairman; District...

Friend worried about older woman’s high heels

DEAR HARRIETTE: I have an older friend who is trying too hard to stay young. I have noticed that she wears stilettos when she goes out to events.That could be fine, except I have seen her hobbling around, nearly falling down on more than one occasion.

Pseudomonas bacteria prevalent in health care

Dear Doctors: I recently had a surgical procedure and was in the hospital a few days. While I was there, I was diagnosed with pseudomonas. Can you please explain what that is? How do you get it? I was prescribed antibiotics, but it has not gotten rid of the infection.

Catholic worship scholar explains what incorruptibility is

Catholic tradition offers occasional examples of holy men and women whose bodies, exhumed some years after death, remained completely or partially untouched by the natural process of decay.Sometimes witnesses have also reported the scent of flowers instead of the odor of decay from the open coffin;...

Sufi Muslim singer faces death by hanging for blasphemy

This much is clear: Kano State authorities in northern Nigeria accused the Sufi Muslim singer Yahaya Sharif- Aminu of circulating social media messages containing lyrics they said attacked the Prophet Muhammad.What did the song say?

Pence’s ill-starred presidential run

On paper, has there ever been a more qualified candidate for president than Mike Pence? Twelve years in the House of Representatives, four as governor of Indiana and four as vice president of the United States.

Anorectal manometry testing for GI motility

ASK THE DOCTORSDear Doctors: I have been having some problems with voiding my bowels, and my doctor has started talking about GI motility. Can you explain what that is?She also wants me to have something called anorectal manometry testing.

Different priorities can strain friendships

DEAR HARRIETTE: I fear that I'm losing my friends who have completely different goals than me. A few of my friends have already gotten married and are well on their way to becoming stay-at-home wives and mothers.