In Barkley Cove, North Carolina, there are two designations: People and swamp trash. The Clarks are the latter. They live in a shack and...

At United Way Fresno and Madera Counties (UWFM), the words “paths to prosperity” stand in our mission as more than just a tagline. We...

First published Saturday, Oct. 5, 2013. • • • This week, my column celebrates its seventh year as a weekly feature of The Madera Tribune....

As Congress considers issues like the “Big Beautiful Bill,” it becomes prosaic to talk about a trillion dollars for this, another...

“Most Wanted” (2016, 417 pages in paperback format) is a bit of a departure from Lisa Scottoline’s usual fare. The plot revolves around...

Originally published Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018. • • • A celebration of the life of Tami Jo Nix will be held on Wednesday, June 11, in the...

Earth is not static. It is constantly changing due to powerful forces like tectonic plate movement, erosion, volcanic eruption, and...

I’ve now read all of Chris Whitaker’s books, published as of 2025. I read his most recent book first and his debut novel last. However,...