I believe that the baseball cards of the past have morphed into wine labels that feature photos of modern celebrities. more

hear voices. There, I admitted it. And I’d bet good money you hear them, too. more

The cooler temperatures were very welcomed and provided a chance to catch up on garden chores in relative comfort. more

When Jesus declared in John 13:35, “By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another,” He gave us a radical blueprint for living. In a world quick to judge, divide, and compete, He chose love—not holiness, righteousness, or even generosity—as the defining mark of His followers. This choice feels both profound and daunting, a call to embody something so simple yet so challenging. Reflecting on this, I’m struck by how love, in its truest form, becomes a mirror reflecting Christ to the world. more

My mom and I have joint custody of a fancy vacuum cleaner. A few years ago when we both needed a new one, we decided to pool our money because we live just a few steps away from each other and can easily share. We figured if we joined forces, we could afford to get one with a few bells and whistles designed to make a vacuum cleaner truly suck — in a good way. more

As a wine enthusiast, have you ever wondered where your personal preferences lie in comparison with the rest of the world, country or even your neighbor? more

While it’s great to see one of Missouri’s own, U.S. Sen. Josh Hawley, take a leading role at the federal level in pushing for much needed health care reform, our state should not follow along with his apparent plans for rewiring the pharmacy system. more

Yesterday, I rode my bicycle on the Rock Island Trail, noticing that some of the sumac had already turned red. The woods have begun to thin and yellow. The air smelled of late summer, spicy with the scent of seeds, blooming flowers and fallen walnuts. I dodged a hedge apple every once in a while, as dragonflies, grasshoppers and a variety of butterflies escorted me the entire way. I couldn’t help but think about how much we have on this Earth that is worth protecting. more

Every human endeavor has some mystery about it and the wine industry is no different.For centuries it was the Zinfandel, a very hardy variety of red grape that grew prolifically in California but whose history and parentage was totally unknown. more

People are a mystery. Sometimes I’m convinced we’re all just a bunch of intricate puzzles who happen to be wearing pants.  more

For most of the summer, rains came almost exactly when needed … until recently. more

The wine grape harvest has started in Europe, which is many weeks before the usual harvest time. more

Expressing concerns  more

There’s a baby in the house. A tiny, orange, fuzzy baby with two green eyes, 18 pink toes, and 24 whiskers that are too long for his body. His name is Beanie. more

As the end of summer rolls into the start of the school year with the anticipation of fall hanging in the air, I marvel at how the last three months flew by in the blink of an eye. more

For years, including on my last day as a television news anchor, I have said the truth is the only thing that matters. As your representative, I am steadfast in my pursuit of transparency regarding the horrific crimes of Jeffrey Epstein. more

The big day is rapidly approaching, and it would be a pity if it came upon you suddenly and you were not prepared. more

August has baggage. And I'm not just talking about the oppressive heat and the swamp-level humidity. The month begins with the last dregs of summer and ends with an espresso shot of back-to-school busyness. If August were a movie, I'd fast-forward the unpleasant parts until I reached September's milder temps and football games. more

We appreciate the opportunity to share insights about our faith. The Warrensburg Church of the Brethren strives to continue the work of Jesus peacefully, simply and together. more

There’s an easy way to tell whether or not you have an unhealthy attachment to your computer: How do you react when it might be broken? more