The Ballad of Blackjack: Chapter Six
By: Travis Naughton As he slowly rode across the scorching Kansas plains, Blackjack sensed that he was being followed. A professional tracker himself during the war, he knew a thing
God the Father of All
July 19th, 2023 In Romans 8:16 Saint Paul wrote that the Spirit of God testifies to our spirit that we are the children of God. I will admit I have
Finding Forgiveness in Christ
The good I would, I do not; the evil I would not, I do. We find ourselves faced with this dilemma. We know the good that we should do. Our
Don’t Borrow From Tomorrow
By: Tara Blue So there I was. On the other side of the country. On a veteran’s solo fasting journey lasting four days and nights. On a vast, open plateau
Victory Gardens: A Tribute to our Country’s Persistence
Submitted to the Journal by Mr. Allen Fry, an 88-year old Korean War veteran and a dear friend of our family whom we met while stationed at Joint Base Lewis-McChord,
The Ballad of Blackjack: Chapter 4
By: Travis Naughton “Well, Sarah Beth, did the fireworks live up to your expectations?” the doting father asked his beloved daughter as they walked home after the 4th of July
Ernie’s Edibles
By: Ernie Wren If you’re in Columbia and looking for a light, healthy meal, consider Addison’s South for a bite. Located at 4005 Frontgate Drive, it’s easily found just off
The Ballad of Blackjack: Chapter 3
By: Travis Naughton After being robbed of all but one of his earthly possessions following a long night of drinking and gambling, the man folks called Blackjack dropped in on
Ernie’s Edibles
My wife and I enjoy good Mexican cuisine, and Delia’s Mexican Grill at 201 N. Tenth Street in Columbia did not disappoint! Their advertisement that “We’re able to serve traditional
The Ballad of Blackjack: Chapter 2
By: Travis Naughton Before he could do anything to avenge the causes of his unrelenting heartache, the haggard gambler folks called Blackjack had to do something about his excruciating headache.
