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Not a Sunday drive | Mark’s Remarks

Back in the late fall or early winter of 1993, Michelle and I were an engaged couple who often took drives around the city or to places we wanted to…

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Why we have sports in schools | Ott Observation

gh school girls volleyball coach. The lawsuit claims the coach subjected the team to demoralizing and degrading activities.  I’m not unfamiliar with the behaviors and practices of volleyball coaches, having…

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Positive outcomes | Mark’s Remarks

It’s no secret to readers and folks who know me that I get a little bit passionate and up in the air when it comes to people bashing our schools. …

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‘Amsterdam’ | Movie Review

As both a lifelong student of history and a person with a great appreciation for fine acting skills, I had high expectations for 20th Century Studios and director David O.…

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The classics | Mark’s Remarks

I may be late to the ballgame, as I am just discovering some articles and books on the subject of classical education. Now really, I’ve read this stuff before and…

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Simple Tips for Keeping Weight in Check | For Your Health

Dr. Graham A. Colditz Siteman Cancer Center Weight can be a tricky topic. While our weight has no bearing on who we are or how we should be viewed or…

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Live and Let Live | Ott Observations

A conservative friend who reads my columns recently asked me what I thought about transgenders, specifically about athletes.   He knows I have a stepdaughter who once played college volleyball.…

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Me, my and mine | Mark’s Remarks

When my brother and I shared a bottle of soda back in the day, we had to line the glasses up and measure to the tee.  As the older, more…

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The brave | Mark’s Remarks

You ever notice how people are always ready to know your business and then tell you what you should do? I’m starting to sound like Andy Rooney.  Remember him? I’ve…

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Idiocracy – The Sequel | Ott Observations

Recently I found myself thinking about a movie made back in 2006 called “Idiocracy.” The movie is a science fiction comedy, with a plot about a future dystopian society where…