Skelding: Reflect all of us

Voting is more than choosing a policymaker; it’s a reflection of how we want to be represented in the Legislature. Each vote speaks to our collective needs, shared values, and the personal connection between voters and the officials they elect.

Skelding: Reflect all of us

Letter to the editor: Please make the call

A recent letter to the editor calls on readers to act with a simple, yet potentially impactful step: picking up the phone. Though the content is behind a paywall, its title and publication details suggest a strong message of civic or political engagement.

Letter to the editor: Please make the call

Letter: Trump’s pharmaceutical rebate?

After President Trump’s December 17 address, one perplexed individual sought clarity about a proposed “pharmaceutical rebate.” The letter they wrote, published by The Sentinel, highlights how everyday citizens turn to their representatives for a clearer understanding of federal policies.

Letter: Trump’s pharmaceutical rebate?

Letter: The Harman Center is an integral part of our community

A beloved senior center in Yakima faced closure before public servants stepped in to keep it open. In a heartfelt letter, a local resident reflects on the value of the center and her renewed respect for those who helped save it.

Letter: The Harman Center is an integral part of our community

These universities are reviving higher education’s civic seriousness – Sun, 30 Nov 2025 PST

High school seniors sorting through college applications can feel overwhelmed by the range of institutions available. George F. Will’s article highlights how certain universities are renewing civic values in higher education and offers eight suggestions to guide students toward meaningful academic experiences.

These universities are reviving higher education’s civic seriousness – Sun, 30 Nov 2025 PST

Blood drive results announced

A local blood drive’s results have been officially announced, signaling a moment of community achievement. Although detailed information remains behind a paywall, the news underscores the importance of local support in healthcare efforts.

It’s Election Day: Have you voted?

Pitkin County residents have the chance to cast their ballots today from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the county’s administrative building. Election Day is here, and local officials encourage everyone to exercise their voting rights before the polls close.

It’s Election Day: Have you voted?

Test your Constitutional knowledge: When can free exercise of religion be limited under the First Amendment?

How far does freedom of religion really go? This Oregon Local News quiz challenges readers to explore the First Amendment’s free exercise clause and discover what crosses the legal line. Along the way, it highlights the delicate balance between fundamental rights and regulating public interest.

Cornelia Schneider: To avoid Pottersville, we all must embody George Bailey

In a modern call to conscience, a letter to the editor draws on the timeless lessons from “It’s a Wonderful Life.” By encouraging readers to emulate George Bailey’s altruism, it warns against the stark alternative of a “Pottersville” scenario.

Cornelia Schneider: To avoid Pottersville, we all must embody George Bailey

Katie Couric supports No Kings protests as fans urge to ‘fight fascism again’

Katie Couric is voicing her support for the nationwide No Kings protests, posting a series of images that underscore her stance. Fans of the veteran journalist have encouraged each other to “fight fascism again,” underscoring the rallying cry behind the demonstrations.

Katie Couric supports No Kings protests as fans urge to ‘fight fascism again’