(Editor’s note: Greg Wellman was named Los Banos’ interim city manager last July, knowing that in five months he would be leaving that position. He recently agreed to be interviewed by The Westside Express as he leaves the city,...
Read MoreThe Christmas season is filled with messages of good cheer. Many people are wrapping and opening presents, many families are gathering, and outdoor lights are brightening many homes. This season is a time of joy and hope. The...
Read More“Are we smarter or dumber?” A friend of mine asked me that recently and prompted me to explore that dilemmatic question. My friend was referring to the technology that labels itself smart: smart cell phones, smart TVs, smart...
Read MoreCongratulations to Tuesday’s election winners! I wish you all the best, and I have several requests for you to consider. Since I’m writing and submitting this column before Nov. 8, I don’t know who the winners are. But whoever...
Read MoreReceiving kindness from strangers is a special grace. I realized this last month in the San Diego Airport when a young man named Ryan went out of his way to show kindness to me, whom he had never met before. Let me provide some...
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