Columns & Opinions

Note: “SCOTUS” is the acronym for “Supreme Court of the United States.” This “ode” is in reference to the SCOTUS’ Dec. 110 decision regarding the Nov. 3 presidential election.

My recording studio consists of a milk crate and laptop computer set atop a dresser. The only remotely studio-like gear is a microphone, purchased online.

I love to sing but, unfortunately, I do not have any natural ability. Most of my family cringe when I sing. There is nothing worse than singing in front of people who have a talent for singing. They can be a hard task master for someone who just likes to sing.

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There was a meeting of the Shreveport City Council Infrastructure Committee this week. It may have been the best Infrastructure Committee (IC) meeting that I have ever attended. Up for discussion was an active proposal by a company, Redaptive, that could save the city money by installing automated intelligence equipment into city buildings to control expenses on electricity and heat and air conditioning. The plan promises no out-of-pocket expense for the city and pays for itself in energy savings.

The Shreveport City Council approved the 2021 budget at its meeting on Tuesday.

Each December the Caddo Parish School Board members have an opportunity to evaluate the performance of our superintendent, Dr. T. Lamar Goree. What criteria do board members use, and where do they get the evaluation questions?

OK, my Christmas tree is all set up, and per usual, not a single present is under it, but it’s up. I find that a victory. Because normally I pull down my fake Christmas tree the week of Thanksgiving, but not this year.