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Officially, we don’t have royalty in this country. However, we do have “retail kings.”  Like “Crazy Eddie.” In the 1970s and 1980s, the Crazy Eddie electronics … more
On December 13, I received an award and gave a dinner talk at the National Press Club in Washington, recognizing my 68 years as a journalist and my 58 years as a club member. This recognition is … more
Here at the Wayne County Community Foundation, we work with donors to help fulfill their philanthropic goals while they’re living and/or once they’ve passed. Each fund that we hold is as … more
If there was a question of how risky heavy dependence on China for critical minerals is, it was dispelled with China’s plan to restrict the export of graphite, a key battery metal needed … more
In the past, Democrats have often said that, “When we vote, we win!” Judging from the 2024 elections, one could add the logical contrapositive; that is, “When we do not win, … more
The only cases of preventable disease that you read about today are in unvaccinated children and adults. The father of vaccines was Edward Jenner, who in the 1790s created the world’s … more
Someone once wrote that “time is a gentle thief and a poor beautician.” This became more obvious to me than perhaps ever before as I recently focused in on my window on a zoom session and … more
Seven years ago, family-owned businesses breathed a sigh of relief as their taxes were cut with the passage of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA). This transformational reform—the first … more
In a rare display of bipartisanship in Congress, the House Energy and Commerce Committee recently voted  45-2  to require automakers to include AM radio access in new electric vehicle … more
The average person takes advantage of the downtime during the holiday season. As long as Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s have been celebrated, most people seize the opportunity to … more
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is once again encouraging Americans to remember their local small retailers and restaurateurs when making their winter holiday shopping plans this … more
For most kids, Grandma and Grandpa’s house is their favorite place to visit. Filled with toys and endless affection, treats and hugs. For ordinary people, Thanksgiving is a particularly special … more
Thanksgiving was never an important holiday for me. Gathering the family from near and far for a celebratory meal wasn’t unusual; our family was composed of Italians and a small sprinkling of … more
As we gather with loved ones this Thanksgiving, it's essential to reflect on the true essence of the holiday: gratitude and giving back. While we enjoy our meals and the company of family and … more
Joaquin Phoenix and Rooney Mara, just before Thanksgiving, have asked people not to buy turkey.  Very nice for anyone who is in a position of privilege to pontificate about the well-being of … more
Not all Thanksgivings are equal. Some we embrace. For others, we have to work harder to find our gratitude. If you fit into the latter category, I hope I can help.  I’ll start with a … more
In a world where the phrase “protecting Social Security” is little more than an election-year slogan, two members of Congress deserve recognition for their efforts to keep their word. On … more
In Pennsylvania’s rural communities, access to health care is a lifeline. For many, local pharmacies are among the few trusted medical resources available nearby, providing essential … more
Every October we observe Crime Prevention Month. As citizens have expressed higher levels of concern about crime and safety, state legislators have been working diligently to bolster law enforcement, … more
If you were to ask a random group of people to name our country’s national anthem, there would likely be at least one person to respond, “God Bless America.”  Though that … more
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