Leader Columnists
Smallest of moments can have biggest impact
Although I am sure I am far from the first person to come to this conclusion, I was recently reminded that the true joys of ...
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Partnerships will be key to community growth
History was made Monday night — certainly a milestone worth celebrating because it builds on a rich past — but the most exciting prospect of ...
by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, December 4, 2014 8:18 am
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Nixing public notices to keep citizens in the dark
Although it remains unclear whether or not they liken themselves to French seer Nostradamus or Apple creator Steve Jobs, part of the Michigan Legislature clearly ...
by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, November 20, 2014 8:00 am
Leader Columnists
Finding the right battlefront in ‘war’
“We are at war, a ‘war on drugs.’” It was impossible to grow up in the 1980s and early ‘90s without hearing this dramatic battle ...
by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, November 13, 2014 8:40 am
Leader Columnists
Now the real work begins
For the second time in the past four months, the ballots have been punched, the votes have been counted and the results are in. Now ...
by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, November 6, 2014 8:39 am
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Clock ticking when it comes to winter prep
It looks like fall. It feels like fall. The calendar says it is the season for almost another month and half … yet we can ...
by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, October 30, 2014 8:00 am
Leader Columnists
Clock ticking when it comes to winter prep
It looks like fall. It feels like fall. The calendar says it is the season for almost another month and half ... yet we can ...
by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, October 30, 2014 7:45 am
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Countless ‘Unsung Heroes’ still deserve honors
Ginger Brawley is a human dynamo who can always be found lending a hand at her Niles church, helping make others smile and just pitching ...
by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, October 23, 2014 8:52 am
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Definition of ‘scary’ changes with age
Jack-o-lanterns are showcasing their toothy grins. Ghouls, ghosts and goblins have begun popping up everywhere. Frightful fiends are starting to take over our televisions, department ...
by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, October 9, 2014 9:09 am
Leader Columnists
Everything looks easy from life’s sidelines
The formal job description would probably look something like this: Qualified taster needed. Experienced taste buds required. Must be willing to put mysterious substances in ...
by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, October 2, 2014 8:57 am
News
Fun at the festival
Thousands of Michiana residents visited Niles for the Four Flags Area Apple Festival this weekend. Visitors enjoyed sunny skies and warm weather as they watched ...
by Michael Caldwell, Monday, September 29, 2014 9:37 am
Leader Columnists
Seeking your opinion instead of your money
At its core, it is really a simple question — albeit with lots of complex answers — that I have asked a few times before: ...
by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, September 25, 2014 9:47 am
Leader Columnists
Now is time to learn about candidates
When it comes to elections, America needs to do a better job of two things: overcoming voter apathy and providing more education to our citizens.
by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, September 18, 2014 9:50 am
Leader Columnists
Do we truly remember impact of 9/11?
For most anyone who was an adult on Sept. 11, 2001, the day is somewhat etched into our memories forever. We remember where we were ...
by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, September 11, 2014 9:19 am
Leader Columnists
Making dreams come true is hard work
The mouse is winning. Clearly it is his fault that I hear — on an almost daily basis — the urgent plea of, “Daddy, I ...
by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, September 4, 2014 8:41 am
Leader Columnists
Key part of report cards will be in the response
Classes aren’t even in session yet but the report cards have been passed out, not for students but for the schools themselves. And with the ...
by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, August 28, 2014 8:41 am
Leader Columnists
United Way magnifies dollars and impact
Ask any sports fan and they will tell you that the raw numbers do not tell the whole story.
by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, August 21, 2014 9:25 am
Leader Columnists
Fresh perspective offers new ways to showcase the region
The old cliché is that “you can’t go home again.” While that may be true in some cases, I believe you can look at that ...
by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, August 14, 2014 8:42 am
Leader Columnists
Now election season really starts
The August primary has come and gone but election season — and the responsibility to be engaged citizens that we all share — is far ...
by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, August 7, 2014 9:13 am
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The perfect fit for an eternal optimist
It has taken me almost 40 years to find the civic organization I may have been born to join. That was the thought running through ...
by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, July 31, 2014 8:40 am
Leader Columnists
Ideological, political discussion can still be civil
If you had any doubt that it is political season all you have to do is pick up a newspaper, go through the propaganda delivered ...
by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, July 24, 2014 8:49 am
Leader Columnists
Fun for all at county fairs
Over the years I have seen, indisputably, that county fairs change lives.
by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, July 17, 2014 9:09 am
Leader Columnists
Newspapers have changed; importance has not
When Gov. Rick Snyder recently declared July was Community Paper Month in Michigan, he chose a powerful quote from a revered speaker to help make ...
by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, July 10, 2014 9:20 am
Leader Columnists
Independence Day might be the Rodney Dangerfield of holidays
In fact, the Fourth of July is like the famous comedian Rodney Dangerfield when it comes to holidays. No respect.
by Michael Caldwell, Thursday, July 3, 2014 8:27 am
Leader Columnists
Who do you think is ‘Best of the Best?’
Just as America was built on the fundamental principle of democracy, so too is Leader Publication’s effort to find out who you — our readers ...
