"Reel Reviews: ‘Whisper Man’ highlights Keaton’s unsettling serial killer character" by: Jessica Shepard

I’ve been a fan of actor Michael Keaton since my early childhood and I don’t anticipate that will change anytime soon.

When enough is never enough

Witnessing the exact moment a new life enters the world is a profound experience that redefines our understanding of existence, serving as one of humanity’s undeniable, living miracles.

"Ready to start a new gridiron photo campaign" by: Mike Reddell

Well, here we are in September.  Does that mean chilly weather that would prompt donning sweaters, corduroy pants and wool caps?  No, because I started out with saying September, not December - and those cold weather analogies rarely apply to South Texas winters.

"Learning to like ‘K-drama’ series could be on horizon for me" by: Jessica Shepard

After several years of resistance, I finally broke down and binged a K-drama show last week.  Now, for starters, a K-drama is a Korean drama TV show – basically Korean-language shows made largely in South Korea and streamed through any number of platforms.

"At least we have football to distract us from our troubles" by: John Sample

We have crossed off another month this year and the various indexes and averages are holding close to record highs.    Gains are not limited to the stock market as crypto and precious metals have also gained in value.    Your house gained in value.

Building your child’s education, one brick at a time

College costs can feel overwhelming - four years at a public university run around $120,000 according to the College Board 2025.  But you don't need a perfect plan to get started.

"Reel Reviews: ‘Mutiny’ proves that Statham’s always down for a vengeance flick" by: Jessica Shepard

Ever hear the phrase: ‘Don’t have the player, hate the game?”Well, it seems that such a statement can apply across so many different avenues – including ones that I hadn’t even thought about before.

Your Own Worst Enemy

What a conundrum - when you want to succeed at something such as training for a 10K and knowing it will take building blocks to achieve the goal by adding weight training, daily runs, monitoring your meals with your secret weapon - discipline.

Resolution 8: Make your home work for you

As summer winds down, and our routines begin to settle back into place, September is a wonderful time to take a fresh look at your home.

"HOT Tax funds could benefit the entire county" by: Jessica Shepard

I have been covering Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT Tax) since my first newspaper gig at the other guys in 2009.  I’ve seen it both used and abused across several avenues locally and elsewhere across the state.