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Old Brick deserves a standing ovation

November 7, 2009

Since 1991, more than 1,000 students have had the opportunity to participate in the Old Brick Playhouse’s Apprentice Program. Parents, friends and others who enjoy theater have come out to see their performances. There is always positive feedback. It was not until Wednesday though that there was such recognition that everyone should stand up and take notice. The Old Brick received a Coming Up Taller Award from the White House — one of only 15 such honors in the entire nation. According to the President’s Committee on Arts and Humanities, the national initiative recognizes and supports the programs that give children, especially those with great potential, an opportunity for creative expression. Sure it’s a lot of fun for the students to put on a play, and the audience gets to spend an evening being entertained. But the Apprentice Program is so much more than that.

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Potentially sticky global imbroglio

November 7, 2009

Hillary Clinton’s visit to Pakistan took on the appearance of a pro-consul lecturing a dependency on their obligations to the United States. Surely she has reason; the U..

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Finding strength to become a survivor

November 7, 2009

Many parents are familiar with the ever energetic child who is always running ahead of the rest of the family.

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Keeping all of your photo ducks in a line

November 7, 2009

This past week I spent some time in airports on the way to and from the Mountaineer game in Florida, and had some time to ponder the different ways to carry camera equipment.

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Time must be given for health care bill discussion

November 6, 2009

We wish Congress deserved the type of praise health care professionals do because of their dedication to fighting disease. Unfortunately, it does not.

Last week, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi unveiled a new national health care proposal.

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Now is the time to act on CPS

November 5, 2009

When all three branches of government agree strongly on something, it ought to be obvious that the time to take action on it has arrived. Let’s hope Gov.

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