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5 things Dolly Parton taught us about work | Dimon Kendrick-Holmes

5 things Dolly Parton taught us about work | Dimon Kendrick-Holmes

    When it came to managing her career and investing her money, Dolly Parton said "yes" to a lot of kids -- and "no" to Elvis. 

    Trump’s policies make Democrats best for workers | David Madland and Aurelia Glass

    Trump’s policies make Democrats best for workers | David Madland and Aurelia Glass

      The Democratic Party wins the “party of workers” title by default. That's because the Trump administration and the Republican Party, which controls both houses of Congress, spent the last year and a half chasing erratic and corrupt policies that increase living costs, weaken wages and push f…

      Republicans are the party of the working class | Shaun McCutcheon

      Republicans are the party of the working class | Shaun McCutcheon

        For generations, the political map of America was simple and stable.

        Gary Varvel for Sep 04, 2026

        Gary Varvel for Sep 04, 2026

          U.S. takeover threatens China’s oil-backed loans

          U.S. takeover threatens China’s oil-backed loans

          • Wion - World News

          The battle over Venezuela's vast energy reserves has entered a dramatic geopolitical phase. A new deal grants the U.S. operational access to oilfields containing 65 billion barrels, displacing assets previously operated by Chinese and Russian energy firms. The move jeopardizes billions of do…

          She used Flock camera data to track her ex

          She used Flock camera data to track her ex

          • USA Today - Vertical

          An officer repeatedly accessed Flock camera data on her ex and his girlfriend. They say it explained why she kept showing up.

          TSA Braces for Record 17M Travelers Labor Day

          TSA Braces for Record 17M Travelers Labor Day

          • WooGlobe - News

          The Transportation Security Administration expects to screen more than 17 million travelers at U.S. airports between Thursday, September 3 and Wednesday, September 9, as Labor Day weekend caps off a record-breaking summer of travel. United Airlines anticipates about 3.4 million passengers, r…

          Flock cameras erode trust in local government — Richard Kyte

          Flock cameras erode trust in local government — Richard Kyte

            If you drive a car in the United States, chances are you have been recorded by Flock cameras.

            Protect College Sports Act will protect my sport | Sophie Stylianos

            Protect College Sports Act will protect my sport | Sophie Stylianos

              The NCAA has 556,000 collegiate athletes, the vast majority of whom compete in non-revenue and Olympic sports.

              Gary Varvel for Sep 03, 2026

              Gary Varvel for Sep 03, 2026

                The Secret to Dolly Parton's Universal Appeal

                The Secret to Dolly Parton's Universal Appeal

                  What makes Dolly Parton so universally adored? This clip from 'The Week Unwrapped' delves into why the country music legend is one of the most popular celebrities, comparing her appeal to figures like David Attenborough and the Queen.

                  Do Flock cameras make communities safer? | The Ethical Life podcast

                  Do Flock cameras make communities safer? | The Ethical Life podcast

                    🎧 The hosts debate whether AI-powered license plate readers provide meaningful public protection or create unacceptable risks involving privacy, misuse and concentrated power.

                    The House should send Russian sanctions bill to White House | Las Vegas Review-Journal

                    The House should send Russian sanctions bill to White House | Las Vegas Review-Journal

                      After months of negotiations and hang-ups, the Senate overwhelmingly passed a Russian sanctions bill prior to leaving Washington on recess. House Speaker Mike Johnson should now round up the votes and send the legislation to the White House.

                      Ban on H-1B visas in schools goes too far | Dallas Morning News

                      Ban on H-1B visas in schools goes too far | Dallas Morning News

                        Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said he plans to call for a ban on school districts employing anyone with an H-1B visa. This sweeping ban could harm students and schools, while doing little to address legitimate concerns about the visa program that allows companies to hire foreign workers for specialized jobs.

                        Editorials

                        Are we confusing outrage with truth in the age of algorithms? | The Ethical Life podcast

                        Are we confusing outrage with truth in the age of algorithms? | The Ethical Life podcast

                        🎧 The hosts examine how personalized feeds amplify conflict, bury progress and leave citizens exhausted and polarized, reinforcing a distorted picture of society that feels broken and perpetually on edge.

                        St. Louis Post-Dispatch: 'Ghost gun' in CEO's murder highlights an industry custom-made for crime

                        St. Louis Post-Dispatch: 'Ghost gun' in CEO's murder highlights an industry custom-made for crime

                        Why is Congress protecting untraceable weapons?

                        OTHER VIEWS: Mail ‘efficiency’? Rural America deserves better

                        OTHER VIEWS: Mail ‘efficiency’? Rural America deserves better

                        We’ll give one cheer for this week’s news that North Platte’s mail sorting won’t move to Denver until at least the first of next year.

                        New reports look at sex discrimination in the labor market and gender-affirming care for minors | Utterly Moderate podcast

                        New reports look at sex discrimination in the labor market and gender-affirming care for minors | Utterly Moderate podcast

                        Progress is being made in combatting sex discrimination in the workforce, but there are concerns gender-affirming care for minors. Learn more on the Utterly Moderate podcast.

                        Columnists

                        5 things Dolly Parton taught us about work | Dimon Kendrick-Holmes

                        5 things Dolly Parton taught us about work | Dimon Kendrick-Holmes

                        When it came to managing her career and investing her money, Dolly Parton said "yes" to a lot of kids -- and "no" to Elvis. 

                        Trump’s policies make Democrats best for workers | David Madland and Aurelia Glass

                        Trump’s policies make Democrats best for workers | David Madland and Aurelia Glass

                        The Democratic Party wins the “party of workers” title by default. That's because the Trump administration and the Republican Party, which controls both houses of Congress, spent the last year and a half chasing erratic and corrupt policies that increase living costs, weaken wages and push financial security out of reach for the next generation of working Americans.  

                        Republicans are the party of the working class | Shaun McCutcheon

                        Republicans are the party of the working class | Shaun McCutcheon

                        For generations, the political map of America was simple and stable.

                        U.S. takeover threatens China’s oil-backed loans

                        U.S. takeover threatens China’s oil-backed loans

                        The battle over Venezuela's vast energy reserves has entered a dramatic geopolitical phase. A new deal grants the U.S. operational access to oilfields containing 65 billion barrels, displacing assets previously operated by Chinese and Russian energy firms. The move jeopardizes billions of do…

                        Shopping

                        5 Best THC Gummies of 2025

                        5 Best THC Gummies of 2025

                        Affiliate content. Find the best options for THC gummies in 2025. 

                        8 best CBD gummies for relaxation and wellness

                        8 best CBD gummies for relaxation and wellness

                        Affiliate. Take a closer look at some of the top CBD gummy options on the market.

                        Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                        Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                        Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hurting them...

                        Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                        Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                        Black Friday is fast approaching, and shoppers are gearing up. The National Retail Federation expects more than 183 million people to shop over the weekend spanning Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday this year. But fraudsters are preparing for Black Friday too, looking for opportunities to steal your money or personal information. Before you dive into holiday...

                        Letters to the Editor

                        LETTER: Thanks, President Trump, for defending free speech

                        LETTER: Thanks, President Trump, for defending free speech

                        Have you heard it said "Freedom of speech for me, but not for thee?"

                        LETTER: Find honest leaders as we did in the past

                        LETTER: Find honest leaders as we did in the past

                        Had enough hate, crime, poor leaders? Then it is time to find honest, hardworking people that will lead. I know it is hard, that is one of the reasons Diogenes carried a lit lamp during the day when looking for an honest man, there were not many. We can find one or two. Keep looking. We have found them in the past and can do so now. Vote.

                        LETTER: Reader is tired of tours of fancy houses

                        LETTER: Reader is tired of tours of fancy houses

                        I am so tired of the yearly Grout Historic District house tours! This is not the real Waterloo. Why don't the people spend time going to houses that are meant to be torn down, or just areas of the "great city" that need help with siding, sidewalks, you name it?

                        Letters to the editor for Aug. 29, 2026

                        Letters to the editor for Aug. 29, 2026

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