You can be part of the solution

Though human history is undeniably replete with political violence, Brian Klaas, a professor of global politics who studies these events, asserts that three key factors currently place the United States at high risk for this type of destabilizing violence.1. Easy access to deadly weapons 2.

Can our leaders pass the citizenship test?

The overhaul of American attitudes toward immigration has many fronts. One is the border, both the southern and northern frontiers.

City’s comings, goings, honors

Congratulations go out to Erin Adams for winning Tuesday’s election to represent Ward 3 on the Clinton City Council.

Trade policies are damaging economy

When the United States pushed to reduce tariffs and other trade barriers in the wake of World War II, much of the world followed its lead, embracing the argument from America’s leaders that increasing trade would increase prosperity.

Will her faith make the cut in sitcom?

It’s hard to take Jell-O salad to the after-church brunch a few hours after your husband of 33 years runs off with a younger woman.

Plant-forward diet helps control blood glucose

ASK THE DOCTORSDear Doctors: I suggest you talk about the benefits of a whole-food, plant-based diet for people with Type 2 diabetes. The results are marvelous, and I think the people with diabetes could be cured.Dear Reader: Plant-based diets date back thousands of years.

Democracy at municipal level

Tuesday will be a chance for the voice of Clinton citizens, well at least up to a fourth of town, to be heard when voters will cast their ballots to determine who will represent Ward 3 on the Clinton City Council.

Faith, family, grief, scary movie for kids

During the rituals of prayers and stories one night, Angel Studios co-founder Jeffrey Harmon’s young son asked: “Dad, what does the other side of your eyeballs look like? ... Can I pull them out and look at them?”The answer was “No.

Whose house will the FBI raid next?

On a quiet street in suburban Maryland, not far from where I live, the FBI raided the home of John Bolton, a card-carrying conservative who served as Donald Trump’s national security adviser and is now one of his fiercest critics.

Working together helps chamber

When it comes to the Clinton Chamber of Commerce, it’s pretty clear that it is definitely not a one-person show.Julie Caldwell, who is a hometown product with a deep love for Clinton, does guide the ship and has for some time now.