Opinion
‘Boring’ infrastructure provides strong foundations
Far too often, communities spend precious time and energy lamenting the things they do not have rather than ... Read more
Author: Mike Caldwell - Page 7 | The Advocate-Messenger
Opinion
In sea of change, our core mission remains the anchor
The Advocate-Messenger is committed to keeping you informed and telling the community’s story. We have implemented a host ... Read more
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Our world has gone digital and newspapers must, too
Let’s face it. Our world is now connected, plugged in and logged on in more ways than ever ... Read more
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Great customer service all about commitment
Even in our ever-changing world of gray areas and ambiguity, some things in life contrast so starkly there ... Read more
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Predicting future still hinges on our actions
Truth may still be stranger than fiction, but the written word has always been frighteningly prescient when it ... Read more
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Patriotism doesn’t have to fade like fireworks
The barbecue grills have cooled and been put away. The parades and musical entertainment have all packed up ... Read more
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Thought more important than party
My philosophy, as a journalist who strives to balance objectivity in news reporting with taking a stand on ... Read more
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Help wanted: Everyone can tell community’s story
One of the oldest expressions in the newspaper business is that “everybody has a story to tell.” Well, ... Read more
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Just building it is not enough
The 1989 film “Field of Dreams” took the phrase, “If you build it, he will come,” and etched ... Read more
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‘Shop local’ must be mindset rather than buzzwords
Shop local. Shop local. Shop local. It is a common mantra we hear each year — especially around ... Read more
