Oct. 4-10 is Banned Books week. This year’s theme is “Let Books Be. Protect the Freedom to Read.” Banned Books Week was launched in 1982 by Judith Krug and the American Library Association …

Back in 2008, when a small group of us came together to suggest whose name could be forever engraved on a column, one veteran suggested we add Confederates. When I heard that, I immediately …

If you or anyone you know is contemplating suicide, please immediately call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. National Suicide Prevention Month takes place throughout the …

September is dedicated as National Firefighter Appreciation Month. Throughout the year, we do smile when we see firefighters.  We often think about their bravery and their caringness and empathy …

There is no single, universal date for Career Day. Schools, colleges, and local organizations pick their own specific dates throughout the year. For example, elementary and high schools often host …

When you first wake up and light up your cellphone, what comes to your mind? According to the August issue of Psychology Today's article “Bloomscrolling ‘Is Good for You’,” it makes a …

Our schools will soon swing their doors wide open, and with them, we'll open our children to old and new diseases. To help us determine what to do, August is National Immunization Awareness Month …

August is American Artist Appreciation Month (AAAM). Throughout the summer, take the time to support one or more of our “dividing artists.” Take time to pause and recognize the creativity, skill, …

Way too often, while I am traveling down Village Green Drive, I see the remains of squirrels that tried to sprint across the road. They are now probably in a heavenly tree. I've often thought …

Over the past few years, Mill Creek has greatly increased its inhabitants. Dogs here. Dogs there. Dogs everywhere. It’s a dog life. A dog is a man’s (and woman's) best friend, and they soak …

As a mental health professional and a volunteer at several national disasters, (9-11 Pentagon, New York City, 2005 Katriana & Rita, 2014 Oso landside) and in my own private practice I was often …

250 years ago, we were the mouse that roared, which means we were seen as weak and controlled by the British. But unexpectedly, we demonstrated that our 13 colonies together had strength far above …

It seems, but especially so during the last several years, I have heard and have even said things like: “Boy, what a hypocrite that jerk is!” “Dang it! How can anyone trust that …

Yes, as a nation we have reached the young age of 250 years. During this celebration, we must continue to read, listen, watch, and talk about how we got here – and where we collectively go from …

July 2026 marks 250 years of America's existence. So let's take a short look back at what the Red Coats called a treasonous civil war. A rebellion where loved ones, neighbors at first, learn to …

June is PTSD Awareness Month. It’s time to think about, read about, and discuss Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Being a mental health professional, and for insurance purposes, if I billed an …

Here is an example of what I see when I read. “The very large god was nuning down the street.” Yes, and challengingly, I am one of those USA 15-20 percenters. Embarrassingly, I do have a …

On May 20,  City Manager Martin Yamamoto, Mayor Stephanie Vignal, and Mayor Pro Tem Melissa Duque brought their audience up to date on the State of the City for 2026. Clearly, what our city …

May 28 is International Burger Day, also known as Grilling American Sandwich Day. This day marks the unofficial start of the summer grilling season and honors the iconic American sandwich. After …

May 25, the last Monday of May, is Memorial Day, and to show our respect, we should not only attend the many communities’ events but also wear a red poppy. The poppy flower adorned the …