The New Political Playbook

Something about the 2026 election just doesn’t feel right to me.I’ve been around politics a long time. I’ve worked on campaigns, watched plenty of elections, and I’ve seen my share of political mudslinging.

What Early Retirement Takes

The idea has never been more appealing: quit your 9-to-5 decades ahead of schedule and spend your days on your own terms. You may have heard of the FIRE movement, but what is it really and does the hype live up to reality?FIRE stands for Financial Independence, Retire Early.

The End is Near for Campaigns

Early voting is underway, which means the end is near – thankfully. Unfortunately, that also means the political campaigns are going into hyperdrive as they barrel toward the finish line on November 3.Texas has been solid Republican for a long time now – about 30 years.

Cancer Strikes Pope Leo XIV

Amid the multiple news items of recent days is Pope Leo XIV and the removal of the right lower lobe to eliminate (hopefully) an adenocarcinoma of the lung.

Make the Most of Open Enrollment

Every fall, an email lands in Maya’s inbox announcing open enrollment. And every year, she quickly clicks “renew” and moves on.Open enrollment is when you choose your medical and other workplace benefits for the coming year. Most companies hold it in the fall.

Calling All Phone Addicts

Five days without a phone.The occasion is a music camp. I’m taking my fiddle. Phone abstinence is suggested.Can I do it? Could you? Our smartphones put the world at our fingertips. Everybody has one. Maybe prisoners have to do without. I’m not sure.

The Display of 2026 Winning Photos

The winning photos of the 2026 season are up at the Childress Heritage Museum. The competition was considerable this year, and some of the pictures are a reminder that the right place at the right time in the Childress area can yield stunning beauty that can be captured by your camera or phone.

Why I Became a Republican

I was interviewed by a reporter this week, and she asked what I disagreed with in the Democratic Party platform.Honestly, I didn’t know what to say. I told her I didn’t agree with the Democratic platform, but when she asked for specifics, I realized I didn’t actually know much about it.

A Conversation Your Estate Plan Needs

Finishing your estate plan is a big step, but failing to notify the people involved can lead to confusion and complications when it’s time to use it.

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National Newspaper Week got off to a somber start Monday with the announcement that the corporate owner of the Amarillo Globe-News had laid off what was left of the paper’s editorial staff.The Globe-News, once a great daily metro and regional newspaper, has been a shell of its former self for many...