Not helpless, helpful

“Let the saints be joyful in glory: let them sing aloud upon their beds (Psalm 149:5 KJV).” Many of God’s children become incapacitated; bedridden and homebound. They learn to trust the LORD and count it all joy.

The brevity of life

Teach us to realize the brevity of life, so that we may grow in wisdom. (Psalms 90:12 NLT) The brevity of life is a reality, but we often view it as a fantasy. Most deal with the brevity of life by just ignoring it. I had an epiphany a few years back: Gravity wins.

Watch what you say

“The soothing tongue is a tree of life, but a perverse tongue crushes the spirit.” - Proverbs 15:4 Like most people, I become disillusioned when circumstances don’t turn out the way I’d hoped.

Medicare questions from Toni Says readers

’This week’s Toni Says Medicare column consists of “What if” Medicare questions from Toni Says readers around the United States. “What if” I did not enroll in a Medicare Part D plan when I turned 65 and I am taking an expensive medication, when can I enroll in a Part D plan?

Fall important time to protect older adults

With cold and flu season upon us, it’s time to protect yourself, not only from those seasonal threats, but also from other health risks. “During the holidays, our lives get very busy with family and friends,” said Dr. J.B. Sobel, chief medical officer for Cigna Healthcare’s Medicare business.

Library Log

Schedule At A Glance Thursday, Sept. 28 ■ Toddler Time for 6 months to 24 months: 10 a.m. ■ Chess Club: 4 p.m. The library is still seeking volunteers to help with packing boxes for its upcoming renovation project. Call to sign up for a time, d ate spot.

Letter to the Editor

Follow me in this next segment considering two more proposed constitutional amendments which will be on the November 7 ballot. I include edited explanatory text and short analysis.

Better grammar, better love life

It’s true — people with better spelling and grammar get more dates. I regularly receive emails from readers asking me about the death of spelling and grammar, especially concerning the rise of generative AI.

Turning Back the pages

Fair Week is a great occasion for everyone. The merchants whose signatures are below have made it possible to print this large edition of The Progress by advertising. They wish to welcome Fair visitors most heartily. Make their stores your headquarters while you are here.

Museum Matters

The plane that Noel Shoup would eventually fly was an iconic four engine B-17 bomber that saw a lot of action during World War II. The B-17s dropped more bombs during World War II than any other aircraft. (Wikipedia, Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress). It flew high and fast for its day.