Children are the real victims of failing economy
      As the economy continues to take its toll on families across the country, we've heard lots of talk about big banks and major automakers. There's been concern for how shrinking resources will affect merchants who rely on the holiday shopping frenzy. Dialogue among friends turns to a comparative discussion of lost investments.
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Cheney's decisions should be considered null and void
      Thank you for Mr. Bean's column of Jan. 22. (I must admit that when I say Mr. Bean, I think of the British comic whose silent antics spoke louder than words.) With regard to the economy, one never knows how kind and considerate one can be until put to the "sales are down … waaaay down and we're thinking of laying people off" test.
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Optimism at inauguration gives resident hope for future
      As I stood with about 2 million others at the inauguration of President Obama, I can't state the feeling of hope and optimism I felt despite the frigid cold weather and the condition that our nation finds itself in. It can't be overstated the daunting and extremely difficult challenges that we face at the present time.
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Make 2009 healthier year for you, your family
      January is National Cervical Health Awareness Month. During difficult financial times women and families must make tough choices about what is essential and what they can afford. Often preventive health care, for all family members, is put off for more immediate needs.
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