Airing Dirty Laundry…

The words “wash and wear” exploded in the 1950s, thanks to the introduction of treated cotton and synthetics that meant clothing could be worn straight from the washing machine. Ironing board sales plummeted, and housewives singing “Wash Day Blues” gave way to “Happy Days are Here Again.”

A Tale of Two Camps

When COVID-19 hit, I quarantined in Eastern Massachusetts. Biking around the woods, I noticed something strange. There are two campgrounds near my house. One is full.

Texas Press Association Capital Highlights

Accusations rock Attorney General’s office Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is battling back against seven top aides who accuse him of bribery and abuse of office.The aides delivered the accusations in a letter to the agency’s human resources director.

Views From Panhandle Editors

It appears Lucky Charms has made thousands (millions, even) of fans magically happy.

Rebuilding Our National Family Structure

Have you ever wondered why people mourn the loss of individuals of stature, such as celebrities and political leaders, who are complete and total strangers, with profound sadness and frustration?

With Head Held High…

Mike Wilson, editor of the Dallas Morning News since 2015, has resigned the position, and the almost six-year tenure probably has seemed much longer. He was charged with what likely is an inevitability, that of converting most delivery of news from “the printed page” to digital transmission.

Fake Fact-Checking

by John Stossel Recently, I released a video that called California's fires "government fueled." A few days later, Facebook inserted a warning on my video: "Missing Context. Independent fact-checkers say this information could mislead." Some of my viewers now feel betrayed.

Texas Press Association Capital Highlights

Irving company pivots to green energy Vistra, an energy powerhouse based in Irving, announced plans to achieve net-zero carbon dioxide emissions by 2050. A key part of that plan is a capital investment of $1.15 billion by 2022 on solar and storage projects in California and Texas.

Views From Panhandle Editors

Tuesday’s first political debate pretty much summed up what I’ve been saying about American politics for the last several years. American politics have got to be the laughing stock of the world right now... It doesn’t matter what side you are on, it’s all a joke anymore.

Debate Wrestling Fans

from The Colorado Springs Gazette World Wrestling Entertainment fans have a new sport. It's called presidential debate, and they should be sure to catch the next one.