Opinion Columns

Family structures not always same for every situation

BY ROXANNE MOLENAR - DIRECTOR, NEWS CENTER

Fatherhood – and really, parenthood – can take many forms. In some families, fathers are hands-on parents who love their children, and provide guidance, instruction, love and support to their sons and daughters. My daughter is very fort... Full story

Tax loss leaves promise of uncertainty for education, Yuma’s children

BY VINCE ROIG, FOUNDING CHAIRMAN, AND PAUL LUNA, PRESIDENT/CEO, HELIOS EDUCATION FOUNDATION

As some supporters of the one-cent sales tax and opponents of its permanence celebrated its end-of-May expiration “as promised,” it was hard for many of us to ignore the dark cloud of uncertainty that now engulfs Arizona education.Seven m... Full story

Video now giving unique perspective on life in space

BY ROXANNE MOLENAR - DIRECTOR, NEWS CENTER

There's a trend emerging lately, and for once, it's pretty cool.Astronauts at the International Space Station are reaching out with unique, often entertaining videos about what it's like to live in space.It's a terrific outreach program, giving those... Full story

Allergies seem worse? It’s not your imagination

BY ROXANNE MOLENAR - DIRECTOR, NEWS CENTER

Yuma has a variety of lovely attributes, such as beautiful scenery, mild winters and plenty of outdoor recreation options. But here in the newsroom, we often hear one big complaint, and that's from those who suffer from allergies.Many often say that ... Full story

Possibilities abound for 
3-D printing technology

BY TERRY ROSS - COLUMNIST

Much like when the Internet first emerged about two decades ago, there is a new technology evolving that I don't think is getting the attention it deserves from the general public.I have been watching for a while now and every few months something is... Full story

Phone records seizure chilling for public as well as press

BY ROXANNE MOLENAR - DIRECTOR, NEWS CENTER

The revelations about the Department of Justice officials seizing Associated Press phone records are chilling – both for the press and the public.Journalists have a duty to pursue investigative reporting. It's an essential function of our jobs ... Full story

Disney's decision to modify character doesn’t make sense

BY ROXANNE MOLENAR - DIRECTOR, NEWS CENTER

Decision by Disney to modify character doesn't make senseStep back, Disney.That was the message from parents after the children's entertainment powerhouse decided to revamp the image of Merida, the animated princess from “Brave.”Merida's ... Full story

It’s hard to strike balance between ‘mom’ and ‘self’

BY ROXANNE MOLENAR - DIRECTOR, NEWS CENTER

“Working mother” is a concept with which I've always struggled.Because let's face it – parenting is tricky, period. I'm very fortunate in that I have a lot of help and support when it comes to raising my daughter. I have a very supp... Full story

IMAGE program may be starting point in illegal immigration issue

BY TERRY ROSS - COLUMNIST

The fate of major immigration reform legislation in the U.S. Congress remains uncertain, partly because critics of the policy are doubtful that there will be sufficient effort to prevent future illegal immigration.Much of the focus of these opponents... Full story

Senseless stories involving children hardest to report

BY ROXANNE MOLENAR - DIRECTOR, NEWS CENTER

Working in a newsroom, it's easy – in fact, one could say it's necessary – to grow a thick skin.We report the news, whatever it may be. Some days, it's light, easy and fun, such as when we report on kids getting scholarships. Sometimes, i... Full story

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