Calling it illegal

Editor, Instead of calling Trump the same names he calls us, let’s go with two names that are true and factual, and also describe his...

Love you, but don’t touch my hair

Editor, I truly loved the cartoon by Wolf Grulkey in last week’s Independent. I mounted it on bright red mat board and gave it to...

Extortion and pressure generally work

Editor, The concept of Constitutional governance in all matters in which the USA (the People) are the principle or a party, particularly in this budget...

Coach deserved reinstatement

Editor, I read Mike Ellis’ opinion on Coach Bishop’s discipline by the Green Forest School, and, although I was not a witness to any of...

It’s a dog life

Editor, Thank you, Independent, for being you. I am grateful for your articles and your wisdom. I quote an excellent feminist musician, Carole King, “When I...

EMTs are the best

Editor, On Dec. 2, 2018, Chancie (Bud) Clark suffered a stroke at our home. The quick action of your amazing EMTs saved his life. He...

Don’t have a cow

Editor, One of our neighbors is having trouble keeping their cattle contained. I don’t know if they are exceptionally bright cattle, just lost or their...

Immigrants should be welcomed

Editor, One of the songs at George H. W. Bush’s Texas funeral was This Is My Country. In the lyrics is the question “Shall we...

Cup of Love runneth over

Editor, St. James Episcopal Church Silver Tea was a beautiful success. We thank The Crescent Hotel for being the generous and magnificent place that it...

Airport benefits the county

Editor, The Quorum Court budget committee recently heard an appeal from the Carroll County Airport Board and recommended increasing the annual budget to $50,000. The...