One more post on my Colorado excursion. International travel is one area I lack experience, but I’m told the “average Joe” in…
Listen for the wheels rolling, or a bell ring followed by the words, “on the left.” That was a task for me…
At a social event last week, conversation turned to whether it’s possible we will soon see $2 a gallon gasoline. In our…
I snapped this picture in Effingham yesterday, one of seven Tesla charging sites listed in Illinois. These cars are priced out of the…
I’m fortunate to have the opportunity to learn about some grain industry veterans for pieces published in the Grain Journal. These are…
Today is opening day for the 99th year of the Lake Geneva mailboat. Once an integral part of a typical summer day…
Occasionally, I hear frustration with the students of today. This is not surprising considering how good and well behaved my…
Saturday night I found myself in an establishment full of Chicago Blackhawks fans. While they didn’t get the outcome they wanted on…
David Glassman begins his tenure as president of Eastern Illinois University today. After his appointment, the curious me wondered what leads someone…
Two items on my Twitter from publishing guru Jane Friedman: 1. 92 percent of 2 year olds in the United States play…
