R-T Columns
Party aftermath | Mark’s Remarks
Our youngest, according to her three older siblings, is spoiled. Since she was 3, she has dreamed up and hosted several different parties. Her first Halloween party took place when…
Read MoreA painless test for lung cancer that saves lives | For Your Health
By Dr. Graham A. Colditz Siteman Cancer Center Our progress against lung cancer is something to celebrate. Millions of lives have been saved in the U.S. alone since rates of…
Read MoreRegrets, lessons learned from Kathy Bates
I watched Kathy Bates on “CBS Sunday Morning” a couple of weeks ago because I like her. She’s been in some really good movies and played some great characters. I…
Read MoreTaste Buds | More than a recipe
An online column by Vivanda Felice and Pipa Benoit, pseudonyms for two Monroe County foodies dedicated to supporting and highlighting local food spirit and culture Community cookbooks seem abundant throughout…
Read MoreDefunding government | Ott Observations
For some of us, one election issue is a concern some legislators want to defund police. In fact, this is only a handful of extremists in the Democratic Party and…
Read MoreLuxuriating | Mark’s Remarks
Sometimes I like to pretend I’m a famous columnist who makes so much money writing that he can write philosophical and clever columns from the den of my country house,…
Read MoreTiming | Mark’s Remarks
If it weren’t for my judgemental nature, I doubt I’d have much fodder for this column. That, along with my complaining about the irritations of life, have kept me going…
Read MoreGod’s on my side | Ott Observations
Lately I’ve been binge-watching “The Chosen.” If you’re not familiar with the series, it is an historical drama based on the life of Jesus as seen through his disciples. Now…
Read MorePleasantries | Mark’s Remarks
All right, I will admit that I am overly sensitive about friendliness and niceties. Even though I know that it’s not about me, I take personal offense when a…
Read MoreBreast density and why it matters | For Your Health
By Dr. Graham A. ColditzSiteman Cancer Center Just in time for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, many women will begin to see important new information about their breast health on their…
Read MoreTaste Buds | An Immigrant Tradition
“Taste Buds” is a new online column by Vivanda Felice and Pipa Benoit, pseudonyms for two Monroe County foodies dedicated to supporting and highlighting local food spirit and culture Ruth…
Read MoreReflections of the way life used to be | Mark’s Remarks
I used to wonder why people hid their faces when someone was going to take their picture. When you are young, you usually don’t mind cameras too much. My problem…
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