Opinion

Body Last week, the Biden administration announced it will begin eight daily flights to return Haitian illegal immigrants from their makeshift shelters under the Texas International Bridge. The first flights left Sunday.

Body The most wonderful gift that I have ever received is expressed in the sweet words of John 3:16, “For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” (KJV)

Body The last week in September is Family Meal Time. Plan now to enjoy a meal together as a family. Family meals together provides communication and discussion. Families can build memories by sharing meals together.

Body Dear Neil: I’ve had these “crop circles” in my lawn for the past four years. I’ve been told they’re caused by insufficient shade, lack of water, worms, or fungus. Nothing I’ve tried has helped. What would you suggest?

Body I happen to believe vaccines are a good idea. That’s why I got one.

Body The 2021 National Football League season is underway, with the Pittsburgh Steelers starting the season 1-0 after dispatching the Buffalo Bills. Even though the Steelers played on enemy turf in Buffalo’s Highmark Stadium, the Yinzers felt right at home.

Body In these distressing times, we have tried to make the best choices in many chaotic, disturbing situations. These are not ordinary times. What may have been a good decision at one time might be questionable the next.

Body Dear Neil: We have a giant oak in our yard. This August it started dropping leaves by the hundreds. They’re covered with bumps and spots. A neighbor had to have a tree with similar issues removed a year or two ago. What is happening, and what can I do?

Body Here’s another interesting COVIDenabled trend to ponder - More Americans are leaving big cities and the suburbs to live in rural communities, according to NextAvenue.com. I hope the trend grows because it would be good for the American psyche.

Body Prior to his death, Los Angeles Sunday night talk show host Terry Anderson used to open his broadcast with a heads up to his listeners - “If you ain’t mad, you ain’t paying attention.