We always clearly label Opinion Columns to ensure they won’t be mistaken for news. Our Op-Ed writers apply their professional expertise to our community’s unique challenges to promote innovative thought and encourage healthy discourse.
“A better society, from my point of view, is a society that grows together. This is a little thing that gives us hope: the fact that we can come together, regardless of where we come from or our political ideas, and make something happen.”
“For me, community is when a group of individuals come together, regardless of differences, for a common goal…a greater good and try to do something. That could be my Mien community, my work community, or my community here in Shasta County.”
In this opinion column, Salter coaches a local journalist who wants to delegate responsibilities to a junior reporter. On the way to an aha moment, she explores zones of genius, diversity in the workplace, and how draft horses pull a load.
I am a target in this system. And while I’m a celebrated cellist and Shasta Scout journalist, I don't think being shiny and well-liked will save me from forced institutionalization.
After being honored by the Shasta County Board of Supervisors on November 7, Blankenship shared details of her department's important work.
A North State environmental group's letter to Redding leaders says the city's habit of not listening to Redding citizens actively destroys residents trust in the public process.
In this Opinion column Salter coaches someone at Shasta County's HHSA who been experiencing burn out as they deal with constant change, rising inflation, and lack of control over his working environment.
“I just genuinely want to leave the world a better place."
In this Opinion column, Salter coaches Taylor, a local education leader (not her real name), who is looking for a volunteer role to match her passions and strengths. Taylor learns about the Japanese concept of ikigai as she identifies a purpose statement for her volunteer work and names more of the meaning of her life.
“Whiskeytown Environmental School has been in existence since 1970. It’s actually the second oldest environmental education center within the National Park Service. (The WES staff) are a small but mighty group of dedicated people who believe very deeply in the importance of introducing children to nature and outdoor science.”
