Letter From the Editor: The Learning Curve

Letter From the Editor: The Learning Curve

THE METAL beams tick, tick, tick with every inch the cart climbs to the top of the hill. The experienced thrill-seekers in the front cart raise their hands as the coaster inches toward the climax of the ride. Experienced or not, every heart on the ride starts beating...
Two Local Educators Receive Yale Educator Awards.

Two Local Educators Receive Yale Educator Awards.

WHEN JAY Simms moved to Yale University’s campus last summer, he took more than his hopes, dreams, and dorm furniture; he took the influence and inspiration of his former teachers and counselors. It’s not something Simms or Yale take for granted. Both celebrate the...
The 411 on 431 BBQ

The 411 on 431 BBQ

WHEN I hear the word barbecue mentioned, I immediately think of my late father, Benny. He loved a good “barbecue joint” as he called such restaurants most of the time. If someone recommended a new place 100 away with awesome barbecue, we would soon be taking a daytrip...