Cut out this column and save it so you can remember it. Someone will try, over and over, to make you forget it, but you will want to remember it. Read more
As I begin this column, the U.S. is still in full meltdown over the COVID-19 virus. Thank you, media! Read more
According to legend, a man presented the King with a chessboard. In return, the king offered a to grant a wish. “I am only asking for one grai… Read more
With blue states claiming the vast majority of COVID-19 cases in the nation, can they ever expect to curb the virus as long as the cling to th… Read more
A company called Boeing built a new kind of airplane with a computer that was programmed to fight for control of the airplane and crash it int… Read more
The coronavirus is a very serious time in our lives. I must admit, I didnt think that much about it when news first broke of this pandemic. Read more
I don’t write much with a byline here. I cover occasional events, take a picture here and there and write a cutline. But for the most part I o… Read more
A particularly destructive feature of COVID19 is that someone can have the disease and pass it around to others without feeling sick. Read more
Due to COVID-19, the entire planet is in uncharted territory, which means it’s difficult to assess where we are or what is going to happen. Sa… Read more
There is a lot of negativity going around regarding the COVID-19, especially within the high school. While I do admit that it sucks to not be … Read more
“How much would it take me to learn EVERYTHING?” Read more
Saying goodbye is never easy, especially after working at the White Mountain Independent for 23 years. My husband and I have made the decision… Read more
We were proud to stand with Gov. Ducey in supporting his 20% by 2020 teacher salary plan, which has delivered 20% raises for every teacher in … Read more
I am a native of the Southwestern USA. I came from pioneer ancestors who settled many places in this region. I have spend 90% of my life betwe… Read more
Rather than completely destroying the American economy, how about telling Pres. Trump to request that everyone who is over age 70 to quarantin… Read more
I would like to address the misconception that students who are more successful in school don’t have any problems. The students I’m talking ab… Read more
In late 2018, during a visit to the Show Low VA Clinic, the federal policeman assigned to the clinic was sitting behind the staff where he cou… Read more
Our earth, what do you see when you think of it? I see pollution. We have trash everywhere. The oceans have 4.8 to 12 tons of trash in it. We'… Read more
What is science? “Knowledge ascertained by observation and experiment, critically tested, systematized, and brought under general principles,”… Read more
During February, which is Black History Month, it is a good time to look upon the triumphs and tragedies in African American history. Movies l… Read more
It appears that Show Low and other towns that were once sleepy little places have now become a commercial eyesore. One cannot stop growth. Tha… Read more
We recently had an accident in Show Low and I would just like to pay tribute to one of your citizens, Chad Duncan. He not only saw our need fo… Read more
Has anyone else figured out that the numbers the CDC has reported about flu infections and death are made up just to sell their flu vaccine? Read more
Barbara Davis’ March 6 column, “When the Wild Calls in the White Mountains” was beautifully written and definitely brightened my day! She so a… Read more
Kudos to "Comeback Joe" Biden on his surprising come from behind victory in the Super Tuesday primaries. Now if he can remember where he is an… Read more
I'm now retired and I chose this area because of its beauty and quiet setting. I love to fish, so naturally I've been going to Rainbow Lake 3 … Read more
They say it’s my Birthday! I’ll be sharing the honors this year with the beginning of Daylight Savings Time (in less evolved areas of the coun… Read more
It’s been brought to our attention that the Sitgreaves County project will have to wait till next year. Read more
I drive the road from Whiteriver to Blue Ridge High School every day. One thing that I’ve noticed is an increasing number of stray dogs and an… Read more
No votes were changed, but was it counted right? Read more
For once I agree with Pres. Trump. Read more
We need to maintain our roads to protect our families and the people we care about. Safe and well-maintained roads prevent collisions and ensu… Read more
The recent Trump rally in Phoenix was an incredible experience for me. I waited 10 hours to get in, but this once-in-a-lifetime experience was… Read more
Regarding the story "BLM puts oil gas leases near Holbrook on hold," (Feb 11). Read more
Show Low High School Athletics has been without a gymnasium for this past fall and winter sports seasons due to their gym being under construc… Read more
For a man who writes a weekly newspaper column, Tom Brown’s ignorance is stunning. His Feb. 21 column blaming the demise of the Boy Scouts on … Read more
Regarding the horse management plan, the Forest Service, I'll bet, has already decided on a plan and this 30-day "input" is nothing but a plac… Read more
I thought your piece on the NCSO mental health program ("County considers mental health services for inmates," 1-31) was correctly reported an… Read more
I recently read a book called "Revolutionary Summer," by Joseph Ellis. Wonderful look at the opening months of the American Revolution, encomp… Read more
Susan Collins was absolutely right about this much: Pres.Donald Trump has learned his lesson. And he’s learned it by heart. Read more
The biggest highlight of Environmental Day at the state capitol on Jan. 5 was the number of students who attended. They were mostly high schoo… Read more
I cannot by any calculus whatsoever determine that the economy is good under Trump or Obama or anyone else as far back as 1960. At least durin… Read more
Coronavirus, what happens if, or more likely when, it hits Mexico? I have been reading articles about the spread of the coronavirus and the sp… Read more
As we have been working on passing the SB1026 bill; we have come to a roadblock as Sen. David Farnsworth is not allowing our SB1026 bill throu… Read more
The White Mountains of Arizona are a perfect place for high-altitude sports training. Research says that you need to not only train at high al… Read more
When future historians look for the last, documented instance of Republican political courage in the Trump imperium, they’ll look to one man: … Read more
(The following is a letter sent by Sen. Martha McSally to a constituent concerned about the impeachment of President Trump.) Read more
I am shocked and dismayed by what is happening in our country right now. Did the President of the United States just retaliate against people … Read more
Mitt Romney has voted his conscience regarding the impeachment "trial" of Donald Trump. Read more
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