Jo Jo’s Sales: From bus driver to triple business co-owner

Once a bus driver, now a triple business co-owner, Jolena “Jo Jo” Bartholomew has spent the last ten years charting a course she never expected. Her story offers a look at the surprising places ambition can lead.

Jo Jo’s Sales: From bus driver to triple business co-owner

PATTI BLUDAU: Retirement allowed for solo adventure

When Patti Bludau stepped into retirement, she unlocked a new realm of possibilities. As her son Tyler returned to Southwestern University, Bludau contemplated her newfound freedom and the adventures that lay ahead—both for her and for his looming baseball season.

PATTI BLUDAU: Retirement allowed for solo adventure

My Son Is Wasting Away His Youth in the Same Way as a Lot of Young People Right Now. I Need to Snap Him Out of It!

A worried parent believes her son is letting his best years slip away, echoing a broader concern for young people facing similar challenges. The piece, framed as an advice column, reflects profound anxiety over whether today’s youth can be motivated to seize the opportunities life has to offer.

My Son Is Wasting Away His Youth in the Same Way as a Lot of Young People Right Now. I Need to Snap Him Out of It!

STEVEN NORRIS: Resolution or revelation?

As the calendar turns to January, an intriguing question surfaces: Is the start of a new year about setting a resolution or pursuing a deeper revelation? Steven Norris’s piece, published in the lifestyle section, reminds us that we are well into the new year and prompts readers to reflect on where they stand.

STEVEN NORRIS: Resolution or revelation?

Albury: New Year’s resolution

In this reflective piece, the author, who usually avoids New Year’s resolutions, makes an exception in 2026 to focus on becoming a better writer. Researching tips and techniques marks the first step toward refining their craft and improving overall writing skills.

Albury: New Year’s resolution

Horoscopes 12/20 – Sat, 20 Dec 2025 PST

This horoscope for December 20, 2025, lays out a roadmap for embracing flexibility, welcoming change, and seeking new opportunities. If you’re celebrating a birthday on this date, prepare to travel more, step into leadership, and free yourself from anything that holds you back.

Horoscopes 12/20 – Sat, 20 Dec 2025 PST

Dear Annie: I’m heartbroken over a fading friendship

Friends drift for many reasons, a truth one writer reveals in a heartfelt plea to “Dear Annie.” Instead of anger, this letter shows that confronting a fading friendship can stir up sadness—and a poignant sense of acceptance.

Dear Abby: How can I curb my habit of cursing?

A lifelong habit of cursing can be hard to shake, especially when it runs in the family. In a recent Dear Abby feature, one reader highlights a struggle that began in childhood—and now seeks a path toward more refined speech.

Ray Parlour: Game that changed my life

Arsenal legend Ray Parlour recounts the four most significant matches of his storied career. In focusing on these pivotal encounters, he offers a unique glimpse into the personal milestones that shaped his journey.

Ray Parlour: Game that changed my life

Arizona State wide receiver Jordyn Tyson opens up about finding his purpose and his life-changing move to Tempe

Arizona State wide receiver Jordyn Tyson credits his transfer to Tempe with reshaping his life. In a one-on-one interview with 12News, he opens up about how this move helped him find new purpose and offers heartfelt advice to his younger self.

Arizona State wide receiver Jordyn Tyson opens up about finding his purpose and his life-changing move to Tempe