Have faith in the process! Your magical ‘pop’ moment is coming

Have you ever wondered how popcorn pops? The heat from the microwave or stove cooks the inside until it pops open, right? YES, but let’s really look at what happens! There is this little drop of water inside every kernel.

Don’t ignore the small things until they become big things

The man had a heart attack. His cardiologist then told him he had to walk at least forty-five minutes daily, the rest of his life. So off he went, just like the mailman – rain, sleet, snow, or burning sun. Walking became a regular part of his days.

Letters To The Editor

Dear Readers, Have you noticed the new flower pots and flower bed in front of the library? Sue Fletcher planned and carried out the work for each. It looks great. An attractive approach to the library is inviting for patrons of all ages. I am on the Western Plains Library Board in Cordell.

It only takes a moment of your time to encourage others...do it!

Before earlier this year, I cared what people thought about me. I always thought that I had to be the strong person and that I couldn’t talk about my feelings in public. I thought that because I didn’t want other people to look at me differently.

CLUB News

WILLING WORKERS Willing Workers of Foss met July 7, at 11:30 at Oma June Pitzer's. We had lunch before the meeting. Amber Hall called the meeting to order at 12:15. We welcomed a new guest, Lindsey Riley. We then recited the County Creed.

Strengthen your ‘three-legged stool’

For many years, Americans provided for their retirement needs through three sources: employer-sponsored pension plans, Social Security income, and savings and investments accumulated through employer plans or individual accounts – the so-called “three-legged stool.

In case you can’t tell, I want you to know I REALLY love Cordell

Some might describe me as a bit over-enthusiastic about a lot of things. Actually, some might just describe me as loud and annoying - but those aren’t my people. My people are the ones who will listen to me go on and on about the many subjects I am passionate about.

Left turn or right turn? Turning around won’t get you anywhere

Have you ever been at a roadblock, and you just feel stuck? You feel like you’re in quicksand and the harder you fight, the deeper you sink? I remember sitting at my kitchen table and thinking the world was crashing down on top of me and I didn’t want to move from that spot.

Hammers, pigs and cows can sure make a farmer cuss

Andy has always said that his dad, whom I never had the privilege of meeting, was a fairly mild-mannered easy-going guy. Respected and well-liked in his rural community, a boys’ baseball coach, and a churchgoer – seems he had a friendly word for everyone.

Overcoming mental health struggles starts with prioritizing yourself

Hey everyone, I’m Devon Mitchell. I am 28 years old and have been through a lot in that small amount of time. I moved to Cordell in 2006 with my family and started 7th grade here. I graduated in 2012. I was active in sports, FFA, and speech.