Opinions

Body It's been an odd little fall this year. And when I say “odd little fall,” the emphasis is on little.

Body I'm not sure how familiar people in this part of the world are with Waymo, the driver-less, autonomous “robotaxi” company created by Google. I've seen these when visiting the West Coast, especially in and around San Francisco.

Body After a stop-and-go start to fall harvest because of weather and breakdowns, we’ve finally found our groove in November. The wheat is now in the ground; the cattle have been sent off to winter pasture and the clear and sunny days have allowed us to keep the combines in the fields.

Body Kim and I got our anniversary weekend started a little bit early with a concert on Thursday night a week ago. A band that I've been a fan of for almost five decades now, Asleep at the Wheel, was back in town for a concert at The Cotillion.

Body Even if fashion has turned its proverbial posterior away from wearing knee-length shorts in public, I am a traditionalist who embraces the items still hanging in my closet—all of which are at or below the knee.

Body I got a unique opportunity this past Friday night to be back on the sidelines of a high school football game, thanks to my musically talented grandson. That doesn't immediately sound like it makes any sense, but it actually does.

Body Last week on Monday, the Argonia Raiders volleyball team members were getting ready to host a Class 1A Div. II regional volleyball tournament.

Body It seems to have taken longer than usual for fall to arrive this year. Finally, the predominate winds have shifted to the north, bringing the cooler temperatures with them. Soon those winds will carry a killing frost with them sending much of the natural world into dormancy.

Body Dear Savvy Senior, What simple tips can you recommend for making a home age friendly? My husband and I are in our late-sixties and want to remain living in our home for as long as possible.

Body Savvy Senior Dear Savvy Senior, What does Medicare factor into their star rating system? I need to find a new Medicare plan during the open enrollment period and want to get it right this time.