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Top Gun: Maverick | Movie Review

By Jeremy Housewright It may have taken nearly two years longer due to COVID, but it was worth the wait as “Top Gun: Maverick” was everything fans of the original…

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Going back to transparency | Ott Observations

During my years as a management consultant, there was a universal truth we would share with all our clients.  “When people do not receive information about something important to them,…

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Kids tell all | Mark’s Remarks

I had an eye-opening talk with a small group of kids not too long ago.   These kids  are a great group. They bring me joy each day, and the…

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Parker | Mark’s Remarks

I’ve oftenwondered what life must be like for our dog. He is an unusual looking dog, resembling a vampire batin my opinion. He has a sleek, thin torso with very…

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Why can’t we have both? | Ott Observations

On my most pessimistic days, it can seem like our country is torn apart by irreconcilable differences.   If our government wants to make sure a drug is affordable to…

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Kid stuff and the perfect breakfast

I think I already told you the story of trying to fool the tooth fairy. I’ll try to be brief in my re-telling. I had a lot of storybooks by…

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Get the full benefits of whole grains | For Your Health

By Dr. Graham A. Colditz It’s likely no surprise to hear that whole grains are a key part of a healthy diet. They’re filled with fiber, vitamins, minerals and other…

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Enquiring Minds | Mark’s Remarks

Years ago, Mom would come back from Saturday grocery shopping, usually with an issue of the latest National Enquirer. Do you remember that one?  Remember the commercial? A voice would…

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Judging the justices | Ott Observations

As I write this, we have once again witnessed the excruciating Senate confirmation process of a Supreme Court justice nominee. Instead of thoughtful discussions about how a nominee weighs and…

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The ‘what’s important’ age | Mark’s Remarks

You tend to do a lot of reflecting as you approach milestones. My age group is moving toward retirement, grandparenthood, and various stages of life that we are a bit…

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