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Splitting hairs with Speaker Nancy Pelosi

Before I decided to tackle this topic, I had a moment’s hesitation. Is the fact that Nancy Pelosi decided to get her hair done really an issue of national importance? And of course, I concluded that it is.

Coronavirus, politics have optimism in short supply

I made it through the summer of COVID-19 — though I’m thankful that neither I nor any of my family have contracted the novel coronavirus. I know that the summer doesn’t technically end until Sept. 22, but I got through June, July and August. It wasn’t easy for me or anyone.

The ‘gayest pageant ever’

In the late 1800s, volunteer fire companies were formed in practically every south Louisiana community of any size for the serious job of fighting fires, but they were also social organizations made up of young men who appeared to be just as serious about having fun.

All Louisiana kids have a right to internet access

Our illustrious state Board of Elementary and Secondary Education in Louisiana has just released a startling report. Over 25% of students, some 179,000 throughout the state, have no internet access. Yet the vast majority of school districts teach a good part of the week virtually over the internet.

Inspirational quotes: Are you for them or against them?

One of the highlights of my 93-year-old mother’s week is when she receives an inspirational essay from a church lady (hi, Regina!) who maintains a mailing list for Special People. Yes, the world is flooded with anxieties, conflicts and doubts.

Trump: Stay on message. Biden: Be quiet.

It has become increasingly clear that Joe Biden’s best chance to win the presidency is to remain firmly planted on his basement sectional with limited contact with the outside world for the duration.

Will you be laboring on Labor Day?

For most of us, Labor Day will be an occasion for relaxation and contemplation.

Cannon Hinnant’s murder is not about race

I am no longer surprised at the depths to which some people will sink in these fraught and tortured moments.

Join COVID-19 homebuying rush, develop common sense

American home ownership is soaring, which is good for all of us. Home sales slowed during the early months of covid-19, as millions of Americans stayed inside. In the past few months, however, with interest rates at historic lows, homes have been selling at a record pace, USA Today reports.

The prestige of a three-drawer protractor

It was about this time of year that kids of my generation made our annual pilgrimage to the Five & Ten to pick out supplies for the new school year. It was a regular mini-adventure.