Local Opinion

Vaccination remains best defense vs. measles virus

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Unlike several states, Indiana has had no reported cases of measles this year. But that’s no reason to lower our guard. More...

Letter: Behavior more pressing concern for children

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From: Pauline Vogel North Vernon Early education is all we want: 3- and 4-year-olds in school. What we do not...

Negative reactions natural part of freedom of expression

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The recent Paris terrorist attacks brought into focus for me the whole issue of how freedom of expression operates in the public and private...

Governor’s plan sends lifeline to rural hospitals

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With the approval of the Healthy Indiana Plan 2.0 waiver after months of negotiations, Gov. Mike Pence and his administration are to be commended...

Letter: Thanks for making soup fundraiser success

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From: Sarah Grey Columbus This is an open letter to express our profound gratitude to all those who contributed in...

Letter: Results show we have right mayor

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From: Bob Snively Columbus It seems that every four years we hear from every political candidate about how they represent...

Vigilance needed with stop-arm regulations

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When a school bus stops, its lights begin flashing and a red stop arm extends from the side, do you know what to do?...

Worry: Misuse of your mind

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Mark Twain once wisely said: “The two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you find...

Accountability needed in education battle

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INDIANAPOLIS — Republicans on the education committee of the Indiana House of Representatives celebrated National School Choice Week in a special way, by taking...

Letter: Caring vet staff eased loss of treasured pet

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From: Barbara Laffey Columbus We cannot express enough our gratitude to the loving, caring staff at Hope Veterinary Clinic with...