Columnists

With the year winding down, many of us take time to reflect on whether we met some of the goals we set for ourselves.

Public records and a transparent government are essential elements of how our state and country operate.

If you’re getting a new computer or phone, consider selling, donating or recycling your old one. This is a great way to help reduce e-waste.

’Tis the season for many people to hit the stores, both physical and virtual.For me, it’s time to th…

“You cannot escape the responsibility of tomorrow by evading it today.”– Abraham LincolnDespite the …

A refrigerator magnet tells the story: “ ‘Cook’ is a four-letter word.”The magnet has been with me s…

I am fortunate in many ways to work for McHenry Area Chamber of Commerce. One of the reasons for this good fortune is that as head of the Ch…

Have you heard the scripture, “God loves a grumpy giver”?Wait, that can’t be right. It says, “God lo…

With the next election nearly upon us, it’s not all that surprising that an old history guy’s fancy can turn to politics … in particular, kn…

The calendar says we’re still in autumn, but the weather doesn’t seem to be paying any attention.In …