An outside look inside some major events
Sometimes, despite my best efforts, I find myself on the outside looking in.
Dick Yarbrough's Latest Articles
Paying tribute to one who made this a better world
We have an obligation to leave this a better world than we found it. Audrey DeShetler did just that.
Some thoughts about fathers on their special day
June 15th is Father’s Day. I thought I would get a head start on the topic since I happen to be a father.
It’s apparent it’s the parent responsible for chronic absenteeism in school
Just what the world needs – more legislative study committees.
Georgia cities get high marks in recent surveys
I get a lot of mail. Some of it is my fault. Strong opinions begat strong reaction.
An ideal candidate reluctantly passes on Senate race
I wanted you to be the first to hear the news, disappointing as it may be.
Okefenokee mining proponents still trying to sneak bad idea by us
One of my favorite quotes comes from the late Milwaukee Braves slugger Joe Adcock.
Waiting to be included on Defense Secretary’s next chat
I am not a happy camper at the moment and I am sorely afraid you are going to be disappointed in me.
Legislature passed the buck again on our Okefenokee
Nada. Nil. Zip. Zero. So went the discussions regarding the possible permitting by the Georgia Environmental Protection Division to drag mine our Okefenokee.
Some random thoughts on some random subjects
Friday, April 4, is National Hug a Newsperson Day and I have an assignment for you...