Archive for April, 2025

A hero remembered

25Apr25

There are heroes walking among us, but the true heroes don’t go around seeking recognition for their deeds. We lost another one of those authentic heroes last week. I count myself fortunate for having known World War II veteran Alfred Willett. Al was 85 years old in 2010 when I had the honor and privilege […]


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Mean streets

04Apr25

I’m told that my last column was insensitive to those who despise Elon Musk and Tesla with every fiber of their being. So, allow me to make amends and start off today’s column by saying something positive. Last Saturday was International Tesla Takedown Day, but unlike their brothers and sisters in arms, our local protesters […]


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