Christine Otten
Doors | Mark’s Remarks
We had a lot on us when we were kids. Do you remember? I sometimes think back and wonder how we made it through with all the stress. One of…
Misrepresentation | Ott Observations
As I watch the continued dysfunction of Congress, I can’t help but think back to the intent of our Founding Fathers. Alexander Hamilton is considered one of the Fathers of…
Different directions | Mark’s Remarks
I’m sure many of you have heard about Henrico County Public Schools in Virginia and how they have decided to celebrate groups of students that have maybe been overlooked. At…
So what, Casimir Pulaski? | Mark’s Remarks
Although it seems to be news that came out in 2019, I guess I missed it. Did you hear? Casimir Pulaski could have been a woman. Or a man. Or…
What to know about young adult colorectal cancer | For Your Health
By Dr. Graham A. Colditz Siteman Cancer Center We’ve seen great progress in the fight against colorectal cancer. While it’s still one of the most common cancers in the U.S.,…
Testing mental competency
Both sides are trying to make mental competency an issue in the upcoming presidential election. Every stumble or fumbled word is noted as evidence. “See there, he’s lost it,” or…
Tiptoeing around Pop | Mark’s Remarks
I was having a good conversation with one of my old school buddies a few weeks back, and we were catching up on some guys we used to hang out…
Barbie, Taylor Swift and getting butt-hurt
All right, I’ve had just about enough of this baloney regarding the movie “Barbie” and everyone bashing Taylor Swift. Maybe the two aren’t related too closely, other than they…