A backyard garden might not look like much. A few raised beds. Some herbs on a porch. Maybe tomatoes clinging to wire cages that sag a...

We’ve all been in those conversations — tense, loaded, and fragile. Maybe it’s with a friend, a relative, a stranger in a meeting, or someone online. The topic is real: safety, addiction, fairness, accountability. Something that matters. But instead of clarity, the conversation derails. We stop engaging with what the other person actually said and start reacting to what we think they meant. We’re no longer responding to a real argument — we’re swinging at something we’ve imag

Aside from the righteousness of its cause, one of the lessons we can take from the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s is how carefully planned, disciplined, and visually powerful its protests were.  These were never spontaneous eruptions—they were thoughtfully and meaningfully orchestrated actions, aimed not only at resisting injustice but also at opening and ultimately winning over the hearts and minds of the broader public.    Today, as movements like the No Kings and anti

In the fight for democracy, silence is not an option. If we want to see real progress in Scioto County, and across Ohio, we need more than social media posts and quiet support. We will need people who are willing to step up, speak out, and be heard. As a former editor of the local newspaper, I know that one of the most effective ways to do that is by writing a letter to the editor.

When I first decided to write this article, I talked about the melting pot making the United States the great place it is to live but...

“For those who come after.” These four words echo throughout Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, the popular role-playing video game released this past April. At first glance, it’s a thrilling tale of a brave group on a quest to save their people; but deeper down it’s a meditation on legacy, collective responsibility, and hope for future generations. These very same values are at the heart of our democratic ideals.

OPINION: Welcome to Scioto County — “Where Southern Hospitality Begins.” You’ll find those words painted proudly on Portsmouth’s floodwall, part of over 2,000 feet of murals celebrating over 2,000 years of local history. It’s more than just a tagline — it’s the city’s official slogan, and has been for decades. A sweet little phrase that sounds like a hug wrapped in a warm, buttery biscuit. But if you live here, you might feel that “Southern Hospitality” often feels more like

Summer is approaching and with it comes the unofficial protest season. As you're gearing up for a protest get ready to stand in solidarity with your community. Whether it’s for LGBTQIA2S+ equality, racial justice, reproductive rights, or simply to remind the world that kindness and joy is revolutionary. But hang on! You need a sign! Not just any sign—a sign that lets folks know what you stand for. Here is a guide to crafting a protest sign that’s as impactful as the caus

As someone who grew up in Southern Ohio, the tales of Appalachian labor history were all around. Learning about the miners who risked their livelihood as well as their very lives to win the right to organize, I can’t help but see the parallels of the current administration echoing the dangerous and exploitative past.

Protest is as American as apple pie; our country was built on it—literally! From the Boston Tea Party in 1773 to the Civil Rights Movement in the 1960s, and more recently the Women’s March in 2017 and the Black Lives Matter protests in 2020, the right to protest has always been one of our most important tools for change. When the government isn’t listening to the will of the people, when elected officials fail us, when faced with injustice—Americans take to the streets.

As March threatens to come in like a lion in our neck of the woods, it also ushers in Women’s History Month—a time to reflect on the...

One of the most concerning legacies of this era has been the growing fusion of political governance with Christian nationalist ideology. ...

Have you ever felt that the world is drifting apart? You're not alone and we're recommending this documentary and call to action to help!

As a woman and Democrat from a small town in Southern Ohio, I believe it's crucial that we vote yes on Issue 1 this November so that...

When I initially set out to write this article at the beginning of July, it was to express the importance of voting for the Democratic...

Silence and inaction are unspoken endorsements for the status quo, and true change requires the courage to speak up and take action.

If using presidential immunity can avert the rise of an authoritarian regime and protect public welfare, is it ethical/justified? Find out!

On Wednesday, June 19, 2024, many will celebrate Juneteenth, a federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States.

As I meet Democratic leaders, activists and engaged citizens throughout the state, I must say, there is most certainly something in the air.

World Environment Day—a global event dedicated to raising awareness and prompting action for the protection of our planet, is June 5th...