Since the 1920s, we’ve seen a growing trend in globally in the fast food industry. With fast food being a significant employer here, and the affordable meals, it makes sense.
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Op-Ed: The year July Fourth was protested
Opinion: Remembering this excerpt from The Declaration of Independence. -”That whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or to abolish it, and to institute new Government, laying its foundation on such principles and organizing its powers in such form, as to them shall seem most likely to affect their Safety and Happiness.”
Op-Ed: The “Red Wave”
Let’s continue working together to support all of the Republican candidates this fall!
Christopher Jessup
Chairman, Davidson County Republican Party
Faith and Fellowship: There Is Freedom
When we think of July Fourth, we usually think of cookouts, fireworks, celebrating and spending time with friends and family. We should also take the time to celebrate all the freedoms we are given.
I pray that your spiritual celebration on the 4th of July will mirror what we have been taught in
1st Peter 2:16, Live as people who are free not using your freedom as a cover-up for evil, but living as servants of God.
Op-Ed: Roe V Wade Overturned: A Win for Life! (Local women respond to Supreme Court decision)
At a 6 to 3 decision by the Supreme Court Friday, June 25th we read historical comments by Justice Samuel Alito.
Op-Ed: My body, my choice (Local women respond to Supreme Court decision)
Opinion: Women should always be able to choose what they believe is best for them.
Faith and Fellowship: Angels were always carrying out God’s plan
Angels were always carrying out God’s plan and purpose in the Bible. Angels are still carrying God’s plan and purpose even today. We must know we have Angels working with us here on earth.
Ann's Column: Memories from 1957
Last week, while I was reading a newspaper, a name caught my attention, a name that I hadn’t heard in 65 years.
From a teen's perspective: Valuing the Youth Opinion
When faced with a decision, many people look to individuals with the most education and experience. In a medical situation or maybe the operation of a plane, this is a solid approach
Opinion Column: Liz de Toro Let’s get back to the ABCs and 123s of Academics
As I was being interviewed to renew my position in one of the educational boards, one of the questions I was asked was what I would change within our schools. Differently to the way I answered quickly to all the other questions, I stopped and asked for a second to go through my words, not because of the difficulty of the question, but because I knew they probably wouldn’t like my answer.
Cassidy's Creative Corner: Should zoos be abolished?
Zoos have been a controversial topic for a while now. The main question is are they inhumane?
Thomasville provides "Beat the Heat, life saving tips"
Extreme heat or heat waves occur when the temperature reaches extremely high levels or when the combination of heat and humidity causes the air to become oppressive.
Opinion Column: Convention of States by Elizabeth Irizarry de Toro
Republic LIGHT is the first Latino Coalition in Davidson County, NC backed by the Republican GOP. LIGHT stands for: Latinos In Government Honorary TeamElizabeth Irizarry de Toro, M.Ed. – Founder and Host.
Cassidy's Creative Corner: Climate Change
Across the globe, people are reaping the consequences of climate change, and the rise in our human population.
Ann's Column: Have we become numb to displays of violence?
“I think we have to stop just asking questions, writing columns, debating, arguing. It is past time to talk, and time to act. We are the “thinking species.” We can do it; we have worked out so many huge problems in the past.” Ann Holbrooks
Read Local: Community newspapers are making a comeback!
Readers report that community newspapers are their primary source of information for a number of local issues – over TV, radio and non-newspaper websites.
Opinion: Senator Jarvis 'remember the Nation's brave fallen men and women'
It is our responsibility as citizens to remember the Nation's brave fallen men and women - whether they died on foreign lands in the heat of battle or after a lifetime in the uniform of our Army. Never forget the men and women who know all too much the cost of our freedom, for their service to this country is the greatest gift of all.
Republic Light hosts Jonathan Uzcategui
Republic Light hosts Jonathan Uzcategui on 100 county tour.
Ann's Column: I love birthdays!
I love birthdays! Ask any of my friends from any of my past lives, and they will confirm that Ann definitely loves birthdays. Birthdays are a time to celebrate, and I love to celebrate.
First Reformed UCC spotlights 2CFar
Whereas, racism is also present in more subtle and passive forms in social and institutional settings where systems of discrimination prevent the hiring and/or upward mobility of gifted and qualified individuals.
Now, therefore, be it resolved, 2CFAR will pray with our legs…