My Hometown Kmart Shuts Down for Good Sunday
The store where I worked my first job, the Kmart in West Columbia, is scheduled to close its doors for the last time this weekend.
Patrick’s 100 Movies – Part 7of 10
Here’s the 7th set in my ongoing Patrick’s 100 Movies where I pick my favorite films. Making a list like this is definitely harder than you'd think.
S.C. Newspaper to Drop Saturday Print Edition
In January, the Saturday print edition of The State newspaper in Columbia will come to an end, the publisher announced earlier this year.
Is the Charlotte Slogan Really Grammatically Incorrect?
The Charlotte slogan for tourism, ‘Charlotte’s Got a Lot,’ has come under fire over the years. But the criticism mostly steers clear of grammar.
How Often Should You Perform a Broken Link Check?
In the world of blogging, a broken link can hurt your SEO, so it's important that bloggers make sure to look for links that may no longer work.
Is the Progressive Christian Movement Wrong About Jesus?
When I saw a progressive Christian church promise to answer a question about why they focus on Jesus Christ, I was more than a little concerned.
The Pantone Color of the Year Goes Blue for 2020
Each year, we learn the Pantone Color of the Year, a selection that attempts to forecast design trends for the next 12 months.
Annoying Car Dealership Sales Call Quickly Turns Creepy
I took a car dealership sales call the other day that quickly put me on the defensive. Businesses should definitely do better.
Founder to Shutter Apostrophe Protection Society…But Fight’s Not Over!
At 96, the man who created the Apostrophe Protection Society says it's time to shut down his fight for the proper use of the mark.
Should You Include Your Blog on Your Resume?
Recently, someone asked me whether I thought it was a good idea to list your blog on your resume. There's no one answer here.
Ever Heard of ‘Deadnaming’? It’s Not What Some Seem to Think
The term ‘deadnaming’ is being used to document forms of transphobia. But in journalism, it's often an accusation that's unwarranted.
Plan to Delete Inactive Twitter Accounts Put on Hold
When it experienced backlash over plans to scrap inactive Twitter accounts, the social media giant backstepped. But the complaints were valid.
Did the ’10-Year Challenge’ have an Ulterior Motive?
You've probably seen the ‘10-Year Challenge’ going around Facebook and other social network sites. But some say it may not be harmless fun.
Homonyms, Homophones & Homographs: How they Differ
From time to time, I write about pairs of words that happen to be homonyms. But there are different kinds, so here's a quick review.
