By Phil Williams, 1819 News Commentary I fully accept that government has a role. Government is designed to provide essential services needed for quality of life — things like roads and brid... Read more
By Sean Dietrich, Sean of the South Commentary Christmas Eve, 1978. It was late. The rural Pennsylvania highway was empty. All over America, stockings were hung by the carbon monoxide detect... Read more
By Sean Dietrich, Sean of the South Commentary It’s not because of the gifts. Don’t get me wrong, I love Christmas presents. But to be truthful, I could take them or leave them. I was raised... Read more
By Jean Cox, VP of Friends of Pinchgut Creek Commentary Trussville is home to many beautiful natural treasures including acres of beautiful forest in our parks and recreation complex. If you... Read more
By Phil Williams, 1819 News Commentary I don’t want to brag or anything, but back in the day, I was one smooth operator. On one occasion I went to a local restaurant for a cup of coffee, dro... Read more
By Sean Dietrich, Sean of the South Commentary Dear God, It’s me again. Actually, I don’t know what you want me to call you. For all I know, you might prefer to be called something Hebrew, L... Read more
By Phil Williams, 1819 News Commentary Have you ever sat through something that just made you squirm – that awkward please-make-it-stop sensation as someone was speaking, acting, or singing?... Read more
By Sean Dietrich, Sean of the South Commentary I bought a jigsaw puzzle at the grocery store today. The box features an ornate cathedral with red roses and blossoming foliage. The cathedral... Read more
By Sean Dietrich, Sean of the South Commentary “I know what I saw,” said William. Mister William was old when I interviewed him years ago. Ancient, actually. Mid-nineties. Bent and pale. A t... Read more
Phil Williams: Good sports
By Phil Williams, 1819 News Commentary Sports always bring out a fevered-pitch reaction from fans. Sporting events create great memories and great lessons, and can serve as a great unifier.... Read more