3 faith-related lessons to draw from Roy Moore's shocking defeat
When discussing how people of faith will vote, political analysts need to consider more than the white evangelical community, experts said.
View ArticleThe Mom Stop: We’re not so far apart after all
I stood on the street of a home in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama, in early December, staring, unsure of how to proceed. The floor of the weathered, wood-clad home had fallen through to the exposed crawl...
View ArticleShayne Looper: e-Christianity and the e-Christians it produces
Work schedule getting in the way of church? Don't like the preacher? Out too late on Saturday night and unable to get up for Sunday service?No worries. There's always e-Church. You can do church...
View ArticleDr. Elaine Heffner: Children do listen
A familiar complaint from parents is that children "don't listen." What a mom or dad usually means is that a child doesn't do what they tell him to do. Often, it refers to routines like, "get dressed,...
View Article3 Things to do December 21
To be featured, simply submit your organizational news briefs and business event calendars to Editor Greg Fischer: editor@weeklycitizen.com or news@donaldsonvillechief.com. Merry Christmas!
View ArticleGreat Gifts Under $30
“Last minute gifts” are not really all that last minute when many online stores offer two or even one day shipping and etailers like Amazon can even deliver in just two hours. We have some great ideas...
View ArticleAscension Briefs December 21
To be featured, simply submit your organizational news briefs and business event calendars to Editor Greg Fischer: editor@weeklycitizen.com or news@donaldsonvillechief.com. Merry Christmas!
View ArticleNew freshmen academies open at AP schools
Alexander noted the ninth grade year is critical to students reaching graduation. When incoming freshmen experience success in their first year at high school, it puts them on a path for success...
View ArticleMusic and the Spoken Word: 'On earth peace, good will toward men'
Hugh Bonneville, one of the featured guest artist for this year's Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square's Christmas concert, will read the message from Luke 2 during Sunday's broadcast.
View ArticleAPSO Christmas Crusade hands out toys to local families
Christmas Crusade Coordinator and APSO Deputy Janet Fontenot said hundreds of bags were handed out to families, each filled with gifts tailored to the children in the homes.
View ArticleAscension Parish attracts more independent film makers
Lafrentz said the movie, "The Long Shadow," tells the story of a newly-minted female deputy who is in a secret relationship with a female attorney who is trying to protect homeowners from a deal that...
View ArticleLost in Suburbia: Tis the season to shop online
I wouldn't say I'm a Fashionista, but I do like new clothes.When I used to live in the city, I would use my lunch break from work to shop one-day sample sales. This had the dual advantage of keeping me...
View ArticleJennie Geisler: Food gifts come from the heart
As much as I love Christmas shopping (online only, from my favorite chair, beverage within reach, preferably wearing pajamas), I would rather play around in the kitchen and fill baskets with yummies to...
View ArticleSuzette Martinez Standring: Grace in a slice of humble pie
My daughter said to me, "Did you have a scoop of ice cream with that humble pie? Even I can taste it!" Everywhere are reminders for grace, goodwill, and peace. It's also the season for short fuses, and...
View ArticleMeet the Council: District 11 Councilman Benny Johnson
The veteran councilman still takes a hands-on approach to solving problems in his district. He drives every road in his district to see things for himself and tackle issues head on.
View ArticleNetworx: Hosting tips for holiday entertaining
It's snowing! The first real snowfall of the season started this morning where I live setting the spirit to discuss holiday entertaining. Funny, Google "holiday entertaining" and you'll find a...
View ArticleWhat I've learned about tears on the 30th anniversary of my dad's death
Yes, I am crying as I write this piece on the 30-year anniversary of my father's death.
View ArticleIn Good Faith: 'Our light will outlast their flag'
Divine light always transcends human flags. Even as we sing, "And our flag was still there," flags of the nations, no matter how powerful, will one day come down. But the light will remain; the...
View ArticleTravel: These destinations aren't 'hot,' but they're 'cool'
This chilly season is also traditionally time for "What's hot?" lists for the new year: "Hot" people, "hot" events — and, in the world of travel, "hot" places to visit.But wait just a minute. Not...
View ArticleTicket to Write: Garfield site recognized for his work to end slavery
Despite seeming claims to the contrary, not every Ohio house built before the Civil War was a stop on the Underground Railroad.Those shelters were actually very few and far between.The National Park...
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