Opinion

Of spying and civil liberties
June 17, 2013
There has been a tremendous national uproar over the government’s admission that it has monitored e-mail and other computer functions as well as phone calls.
Ag Hall a treasure
June 10, 2013
Fifty years ago, the entire area was buzzing with excitement about the news that Congress had chartered the National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame, which would be located in Bonner Springs.
City band concerts mark beginning of summer
June 5, 2013
Never mind what the calendar says – summer officially begins at 8:30 p.m., Thursday, June 6, when the Bonner Springs City Band presents its first concert of the season.
KCK better than ever
May 29, 2013
It just dawned on me that 50 years ago, Jean and I moved to Kansas City, Kan.
A day to remember
May 22, 2013
Next Monday, the nation will pause to honor those who have gone before us and created the greatest country in the history of the world.
A ‘freaky’ Monday
May 15, 2013
I will admit that I had a bit of a freaky feeling when I looked at my May calendar… There were no governmental meetings listed, which is probably the first time that has happened in more than a decade.
Early days of baseball
May 8, 2013
I couldn’t help but think how lucky baseball fans are with modern, convenient and attractive venues to attend baseball games.
Saying so long to favorite entertainments hard to do
April 17, 2013
Last week was a bit frustrating and saddening for me. What irritated and bothered me is that two of my favorite entertainment entities are going away.
Modernizing Holmes
April 10, 2013
There seems to be a renewed interest in my all-time favorite fictional character: Sherlock Holmes.
Income tax marks 100 years
April 4, 2013
Normally when a nationally-known institution – one that touches all citizens – reaches its 100th anniversary there is a major celebration.
Election stories updated to allow comments
March 27, 2013
Comments on some election-related stories on The Chieftain and Sentinel’s websites previously may have appeared to be disabled. This was not intentional.
On timeless themes
March 27, 2013
While you still hear the phrase occasionally, you have to be of a mature age to understand it.
Know who you’re voting for
March 20, 2013
In 12 days, residents of Bonner Springs, Edwardsville and Basehor will have the opportunity to help shape the future of their communities and school districts.
Acceptance of aging
March 13, 2013
Last Saturday, I celebrated my 76th birthday and in some ways, it was a shock.
Life in the fast lane
January 24, 2013
Recently I noted that some areas in Texas now have 85 miles per hour speed limits which is probably the highest in the nation. Certainly, speed limits have gone up and down much like a rollercoaster during my life.

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