Loneliness has become one of the most common experiences in our country, and what makes it confusing is that it often shows up even when people are surrounded by others....

One helps us know what to do or not do; the other gives us the courage to obey. Wisdom and courage. Yes, if there was ever a time to have these and know when to use them,...

"The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of His hands." Psalm 19:1When I was four I wanted a bicycle more than anything else.    I begged my mom...

Alright, who left the refrigerator door open these last two weeks? It’s like I’m having PTSD from the pandemic where we were all trapped in the house only this time I’m...

If you live in Arkansas long enough, you learn that many things work better when decisions are made close to home. Banking is no exception. In many towns, the local bank is...

Are you thawed out yet? By the time you read this column, I am quite sure you will be. Only in Arkansas can you have a 36 degree high temperature one day and five days...

     Hi Everyone!! First I hope you are thawed out from the sleet and ice. My corner of the World got three to four inches of the stuff. Now face it you thought I was going...

“Build houses and make yourselves at home.  Put in gardens and eat what grows in that country. Marry and have children. Encourage your children to marry and have children...

January is often presented as a season of fresh starts and renewed energy. For many people, however, it begins with exhaustion. Financial strain, emotional overload, and...

“Hang on.  Brace yourself.  We’re coming in for a rough land.” Anyone who’s ever flown very much has likely heard those words once or twice when landing in turbulent...

In the time of ice there lived an old man. Too old to do anything about the ice other than limp around and complain he did just that for weeks on end. Gone was the joy in...

Somedays it is VERY frustrating being in the news business. Especially when you are talking about a small town newspaper. While I appreciate all the kind words I hear on a...

 Hi Everyone!!! Cold weather came here last week with a blast of Winter around here in Arkansas County. At this time of year, there is a bright spot, there is Oaklawn...

Emergency savings are often described as a financial essential, yet for many people they feel unreachable. When income is stretched thin, the idea of setting money aside...

One of the most sobering passages of Scripture that describes today’s generation is found in Romans 1:18-32, which begins with “The Wrath of God is revealed against all...