Opinion

By Dink Nesmith
(Published in the Athens Banner-Herald)

America, we need to wake up and look in the mirror. Staring back at us is the ugly truth: We are the problem. If we don't come to grips with reality and change direction, the most advanced nation in the world is going to lose its coveted place. [Full Story »] 

The Academy Awards will be presented Sunday night.

What is your opinion on which film, actors and/or actresses should win?

Or, do you care? [Full Story »] 

By Dr. Spencer Price

Money is a powerful motivator. This can be a good thing or a bad thing, depending on circumstances. Money’s motive power is a good thing when it stimulates us to get an education, put in an honest day’s work for an honest day’s pay, and save for the future. On the other hand, money’s motive power can have a dark side as well, stimulating some to commit crime in an effort to obtain it. [Full Story »] 

By Robert Heiney
President Obama wants to meet with the Republicans to put together a compromise government health bill where everybody walks away from the table with something. [Full Story »] 

By JoEllen Smith
Marietta Daily Journal

Parents of teenagers pay attention. You think your biggest worry is whether your children will get the HOPE Scholarship? You are in for the surprise of your life this year, and for the next couple of years. [Full Story »] 

The Augusta Chronicle

You can see it on the roads and highways, where drivers either don't know or don't respect the rules -- and courtesy is certainly the last thing on their minds.

You can see it in the schools, where the government feels it necessary to feed the children not just lunch but breakfast, and where teachers and administrators are counselors, cops and more -- all the responsibilities of parenthood and none of the rights. [Full Story »]