When sleep-inducing techniques fail

I have a love-hate relationship with sleep. On one hand, it’s needed and I enjoy feeling well rested. On the other hand, it takes up to much time and is way too hard to stay asleep. I wish I could be well rested without having to get a full night’s rest.

Reader supports wider voter access

Dear Editor:It was with great interest that I read the article by Josh Haiar with South Dakota Searchlight in your July 14 edition.

Room needs to be given for boredom

As a kid I would often pester my parents with claims of being bored. Completely sure there was nothing interesting to fill my time with, and uninterested in the usual fun and games, I would complain about how there was “nothing to do around here.

Media influences on personality development

I have consumed an outrageous amount of media in my life. From boxes of books and music that won’t fit on a shelf and a list of about 50 shows and movies I still need to watch, to a countless number of video games I still haven’t played.

Community voices: Memories of Webster’s Elevator Store

In the early 1970s, the south block of Main St. was a veritable fashion district. The Elevator Store had been standing there nearly as long as Webster itself. It dated back to the 1800s and smelled of fresh fabric and history.

Living your dash

Not too long ago I shared in this space my obituary that AI wrote about me. That single column has stirred up quite the conversation with readers, which I appreciate the chats about.One of the tasks of a weekly newspaper is the recording of the deaths within our community.

Traveling gets us out of our box and into new experiences

Last summer after quitting a general contracting job I bought a station wagon and hit the road for a 49 day, 10,000 mile solo road trip around the country while living out of my car. The trip spanned 23 states starting and ending in my home state of Florida.

Comparing small, big city dining experience

I love food and will pretty much eat anything that’s thrown on my plate. Even with almost infinite possibilities for a great dining experience, a lot of restaurants still disappoint me.

Seeks cost effective solution for all

Dear Editor,Let’s build something cost effective for all students.Voting yes or no does not mean we don’t understand we need to do something, we just don’t all agree on the cost for an athletic complex.

When the sun packs up early

Alright guys, this week I’m rolling up my sleeves and doubling down. It’s time for my biannual rant on time change.