Curtis K. Shelburne It’s not the kind of “funny” that makes you fall down and roll in laughter, but the cartoon I saw recently did make me stop, think, and whisper a heartfelt, “Amen!” The cartoon pictures a preacher on his knees in his study, evidently just before he is up to bat for one […]
Letter to the editor: ‘Angel’ makes Christmas brighter
December 19, 2011
We all get consumed by everyday life. Sometimes we lose sight of what’s really important. We try to make up for it here and there, never thinking to look at those around us in need. I for one am guilty of this. This year my husband and I were plagued by bad luck. We are […]
God’s wisdom can guide everyday living
December 3, 2009
By Judy Brandon: Religion columnist When we talk about someone being smart, what does that mean? And wouldn’t it be helpful if we knew 20 years ago what we have learned today? Let me explain. Just for fun once I bid on some old lunch boxes that were on eBay. They were the ones like […]
Students discover art in everyday life
May 14, 2008
CNJ staff photo: Lili Castillo Tiarah Light, 11, looks at her close up photograph of a tulip on the wall in the front lobby of the Arts Academy at Bella Vista. Light said she enjoyed taking the close up because she could see all the details of the flower. By Liliana Castillo: CNJ staff writer […]
Jan. 25 – Up a tree
January 25, 2008
CNJ staff photo: Liliana Castillo Ricky Ulses, 8, climbs a tree in his front yard after his twin brother Deven Ulses threw a pass that landed in the tree. The brothers play football with their neighbors almost everyday.
Nov. 4 Library Books
November 2, 2007
The following books are available at the Clovis-Carver Public Library: Living with Hepatitis C: A Survivor’s Guide by Gregory Everson was given by Margaret Ressel in memory of Vollie T. Ressel. An invaluable resource explains in everyday language the nature of the disease, how it affects your body, how to avoid infecting others, what to […]
Military jargon decoded
June 7, 2007
Tonya Fennell: Cannon Connections My husband has spent almost half his life as a U.S. Air Force airman and he is fluent in the everyday military jargon. But, it has taken me years to decipher the Air Force language he speaks. Here are a few of my favorites. Blues – Members of the Air Force […]
Feb. 13, 2007 It’s Their Business
February 12, 2007
Bishop’s Men & Boy’s is located on Mitchell St. in downtown Clovis. (CNJ Staff Photo: Andy DeLisle) Name: Bishop’s Men’s & Boy’s Formal, Casual & Urban Wear What they do: Sell clothing for toddlers, boys and men including suits, formal and everyday wear, conservative and high fashion, and shoes. Who’s in charge: K. Bernard Shaw […]
