Quick takes – March 25
Champs shine bright
The city of Columbus was well represented at the girls gymnastics state championship meet on March 11. North’s Claire Thompson (balance beam)...
Is outrage our common bond? Let’s change that
By The Rev. Larry Isbell
I was enjoying a Wednesday evening church dinner and talking with a co-worker in our congregation. She was an accomplished...
Here’s what’s right about Trump’s budget
When the White House put out its blueprint for the federal budget, which is notable for outlining $54 billion in cuts for domestic programs,...
Letter: Cuts to vital programs don’t put America first
From: Pam Clark
Columbus
Cuts in funding for the Department of Health and Human Services, such as Meals on Wheels, before- and after-school care, adoption and...
School districts, take advantage of state’s lead water testing
One of the basic wants of residents is that their community’s water supply — for drinking and bathing — is clean of harmful contaminants.
This...
Lincoln strongest supporter of open immigration
By Peter Z. Grossman
In his first address to Congress, President Donald Trump pointed out that the greatest Republican president, Abraham Lincoln, was for a...
Pair corporate tax cut with reforms
THE SAN DIEGO UNION-TRIBUNE
President Donald Trump, Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin and congressional Republicans are eager to cut the 35 percent tax on corporate profits,...
Bike-sharing adjustments great way to refine agenda
The People Trails have long been an important piece of the recreational quality of life for Columbus residents. With more than 27 miles of...
Too much info? Getting overload of news a problem
By Lee Hamilton
The job of being a citizen — and being a member of Congress — has gotten much harder of late. As sources...
Student’s recovery from brain injury provides hope
The story of how Levi Sallee suffered a traumatic brain injury is tragic, but the story of how he is recovering and how family...