Category Opinion & Editorial

“Summertime and the living is easy.” Or is it? So much to do, so little … I’ve been thinking a lot about time lately: there’s never enough of it; it flies by too quickly; it drags interminably; the present moment is precious ­– but almost…

By Tim Alverson Cottage Grove Garbage Service is responding to recent statements by Lane County suggesting that the company that serves as the franchised hauler for the City of Cottage Grove “refuses” to dispose of solid waste collected within the City of Cottage Grove at…

The U.S. Postal Service is under attack by the federal government. Prior to a Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee hearing on USPS reform hearing last week, the National Newspaper Association submitted a statement to the committee and met with committee staff to share…

There is just something about a good meal that brings people together. Whether it’s family reunions, tailgating, or community festivals, special events are more special with tasty grub. While it’s no secret that good food is key, what about the dishes the food is served…

“Why did you run off secretly and deceive me? Why didn’t you tell me, so I could send you away with joy and singing to the music of timbrels and harps? You didn’t even let me kiss my grandchildren and my daughters goodbye. You have…