Don’t miss upcoming field day
It is hard to believe that the “dog days” of August are nearing. Overall our crops look as good as one can hope for...
Bipartisan investment in research
I recently had the opportunity to meet with some Americans whose lives have been forever changed by cancer.A group of constituents from the 15th...
God loves pork chops, a pure heart
We had been driving quite a while, on our way back towards our home in Florida, and we found ourselves in rural South Carolina.Tired...
Never too late to send out roots
“Blessed are those who trust in the Lord, whose trust is the Lord. They shall be like a tree planted by water, sending out...
Old box of priceless memories
The other day, my dad brought home an unassuming box Norma Jean had let him borrow for awhile. I firmly believe each home has...
Healthcare for rural Ohio
The latest Senate Republican bill to repeal the Affordable Care Act would be devastating for rural Ohio.Last week, I released a county-by-county report detailing...
Dreams of Felix Mendelssohn, Johnny Cash
I like to periodically take stock of my dreams. They don’t come often, but when they do, I become aware Felix Mendelssohn and I...
Don’t rage or ‘salute’ … smile
Debbie and I are fans of the TV show “NCIS.”We really liked the first several seasons of the program. A reccurring piece of humor...
Considering a service academy?
Since the United States Military Academy first opened its doors in West Point, New York in 1802, service academies have provided young people with...
Responsible plan for future
One of the most crucial, founding parts of a state legislative term is the drafting of our state budget. Perhaps no other piece of...
