Job responsibility comes up short
Editor,
Welcome to the new era of politics in Carroll County. The recent meeting brought in many new faces and names to Carroll County Democratic...
Ennui is eroding
Editor,
Last week, I watched the Democratic National Convention and my weariness began to be replaced by hope and energy.
Our beloved America could heal with elected representatives...
Bullying is a national nightmare
Editor,
When I was a young mother, a car pulled up in front of my house with a carload of people in it for backup...
Considerations in Healthcare Policy
Healthcare access and delivery is a matter of national security. An NBC poll July 10-14 shows that 76% of Americans think the US will...
Thrift store score
Editor,
I recently got to visit the new Good Shepherd Humane Society thrift store in Berryville, and I was blown away by how wonderful the...
Wear it out
Editor,
Margaret Atwood said, “Stupidity is the same as evil if you judge by the results.” I was told Rogers made wearing masks mandatory. I...
Cotton loyalty questioned
Editor,
I may be naive, but I do not understand why any Republican, elected official is still supporting President Trump. It is obvious, from the...
Dog walkers get a new leash on life
Editor,
Once again Becky Gillette has done a wonderful job reporting (feral cats vs. wild birds issue). Many thanks! We are grateful to all the groups she...
Lasso the money
To the senate Republicans,
Now that you and your party have crowned our first monarch, we know that big money is what determines your loyalty...
Patch and paint dresses it up
Editor,
The Purple Flower extends heartfelt appreciation to our recent volunteers, Peg Adamson and her co-workers, Darla and Anna. From ceiling to floor, these dedicated women...