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What qualifies as scandalous behavior?

The definition of “scandal” is not just a weird story that ends up in the headlines. Rather, the true meaning of the word, as defined by the church is, “anything that is put in the path of someone trying to live a holy, moral and decent life.” If this definition is true, consider what God said about those who derail the truth with deceptive ideology, “It would be better for them if a millstone were put around their neck and they be thrown into the sea than for anyone to cause one of these little ones to stumble.” An example of authorities forcing their ideology onto those ...

Making US health care affordable

Recently, while waiting for a table to open at our favorite restaurant, my husband and I saw something that made us both sad and concerned. On the bulletin board were two flyers, announcing fundraising events for two young people, both of whom were afflicted by very serious medical conditions. We were struck again with the question of how is it that in such a rich and powerful nation as the United States, its citizens can’t afford health care? Every one of us should have affordable, easy access to medical care, mental health care, and respite care that does not require us to sell our ...

Delta County Veteran Services office thanks area veterans

On Veterans Day on Tuesday, the Delta County Veteran Services office in Escanaba will proudly join our community in honoring the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. On Nov. 11, we pause to reflect on the courage and commitment of those who answered the call to serve, selflessly putting the defense of freedoms and values we all cherish at the heart of who they are, with the willingness to sacrifice everything for our country. Our office, 2840 College Ave. Suite 2 in Escanaba, remains dedicated to assisting every veteran with accessing the benefits, care ...

Answers sought on US attacks

The following is a letter I submitted to U.S. Rep. Jack Bergman on Oct. 19. Since then, four more unarmed boats have been attacked. U.S. forces have attacked and sunk six unarmed boats, which the Defense Department identified as Venezuelan drug traffickers heading to the U.S. However, the department provided no evidence to support this claim. Trinidadians claim that one of the boats was fishing, and their relative, Joseph, tragically lost his life in the incident. Five of the boats were found without any survivors. The last boat that was destroyed had Colombian and Ecuadorian ...

Takes issue with land sale decision

In 1972, Escanaba acquired 40 acres for $1 with the stipulation that it be used for “public purposes”. Only 5 acres remain; the rest sold long ago. The remaining parcel was afforded park status on April 21, 1977, when the city council approved a Planning Commission recommendation for “(e)stablishment of a park north of Third Avenue South and west of 30th Street,” dedicated to “recreational use” under the jurisdiction of the Recreation Board. This action was significant, as Escanaba’s charter mandates that parks cannot be sold or converted without 2/3rd approval in a ...

Thanking the Friends of the Escanaba library

As we celebrate National Friends of Libraries Week from Oct. 19–25, I’d like to take a moment to recognize and thank the Friends of the Escanaba Public Library — a dedicated group of volunteers who have supported and enhanced our library since 1988. The Friends are your neighbors — people who believe in the power of a good library and generously give their time and resources to make ours even better. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, they raise funds through book sales, memorial donations, and contributions, helping the library offer programs and services that go far beyond what the ...