Columns/Opinions

"Reel Reviews: ‘Beetlejuice’ sequel breathes new life into dark comedy franchise" by: Jessica Shepard

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Thursday, September 12, 2024

If you read my column last week, you’ll know that I’ve been looking forward to “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” for several years. Well, I caught a morning show last week and have the details on the sequel – plus, I loved it!

‘The Nature of Rest’

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Thursday, September 12, 2024

There’s something to be said about achieving eight hours of rest every night. In theory, it’s a great idea; in reality, clocking in five or six hours might be a more accurate measure.

"Time passes so slowly when the game clock isn’t ticking" by: Mike Reddell

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Tuesday, September 3, 2024

There have been times in my life where I had the passing thought that I had walked into a real-life Twilight Zone episode. Most of you are familiar with the TV show of the 1960s that presented weekly tales of the strange, the macabre, the truly ironic and occasionally horroric.

"Life’s Lemonade: Waiting for a ‘Beetlejuice’ sequel has taken forever" by: Jessica Shepard

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Tuesday, September 3, 2024

When I tell you that I’m anxiously waiting for the “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” movie to debut at Schulman’s this week – you’d better believe that I’m devouring as much media coverage about it as possible!

"The American public has begun the real New Year" by: John Sample

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Tuesday, September 3, 2024

We have made it through the summer, but Texans know that we have at least another six weeks’ worth of summer left to survive. It is at least not triple-digit heat, there has been rain and football is back.

PSA: What can insurance do for you?

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Tuesday, September 3, 2024

It’s probably not on your calendar, but September is Life Insurance Awareness Month. And it’s indeed a pretty good idea to be aware of what life insurance can do for you. Life insurance proceeds can help meet at least three major needs.

"Reel Reviews: Netflix’s ‘The Union’ manages as fairly decent spy comedy" by: Jessica Shepard

News Staff

Tuesday, September 3, 2024

A friend recommended Netflix’s “The Union” for this week’s movie review and I can’t say that I’m mad about it. I found the film leaning heavily on its comedic delivery more than its action sequences and that’s what makes it work best in my book.

‘Run your race in your lane’

News Staff

Tuesday, September 3, 2024

When you ask children what they want to be when they grow up, most will answer: a policeman, fireman, teacher, astronaut, doctor, nurse, president, etc. All of their choices are noble and essential in a world that evolves when the focus is on service to others.

Chief urges safe driving

News Staff

Tuesday, September 3, 2024

Dear Bay City Residents, Over the past few weeks, our community has experienced an unfortunate increase in traffic accidents. As your Police Chief, the safety of our residents is my top priority, and I want to take this opportunity to remind everyone of the importance of safe driving.

"Seeing progress for quality of life issues is exciting" by: Jessica Shepard

News Staff

Thursday, August 29, 2024

Well, by the time you’ve gotten to this page dear reader, you know the best news and cause for excitement that came Monday afternoon.

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