by Monty Self | Mar 11, 2022 | Opinion
A group of university students asked me how Ukrainians have been able to stand up to Russian forces. “We will not forgive. We will not forget,” I replied. They looked at me confused. “It’s an allusion,” I explained. “An allusion to Russian and Ukrainian history and to...
by Chris Smith | Mar 4, 2022 | Opinion
People want to know about their family history. They want to learn about their ancestors and forebearers – the “pillars” of their bloodline. This is why services such as Ancestry.com have become increasingly popular. Members of my own family have participated in these...
by Monty Self | Feb 25, 2022 | Opinion
The early 1990s were a turbulent time, resulting in actions and agreements that continue to impact global affairs today. With Russia launching an invasion into Ukraine on Feb. 24, understanding the key events following the dissolution of the Soviet Union is important...
by Monty Self | Feb 23, 2022 | Opinion
Ukraine is a nation with a rich history and a diverse people. When you walk the streets of Kyiv (the Ukrainian spelling, pronounced KEE-eve), Lviv or Kharkiv, you are surrounded by historic buildings going back centuries. You see the majestic, golden domes of the...
by Starlette Thomas | Feb 21, 2022 | Opinion
The Jan. 6 insurrection is yet another reminder that the storyteller matters. Too many descriptions by political pundits about last year’s attack on the U.S. Capitol Building are played down. Some would say the people involved were merely trespassing. They came for a...