-Isms: Views on life in rural America

Where were you when the world gathered together in prayer last week, as 24-year-old football player, Damar Hamlin fought for his life?

I was working on last week’s edition, partially listening to “Monday Night Football,” partially carrying on a conversation with Scott. I saw the play but not the fall following the tackle, tuning out television’s white noise for a few moments to concentrate on an article. Then, a quick glance at the big screen caught my attention. I noticed ESPN was on what seemed to be an extended commercial break and, once commentators were back on air, I couldn’t stop watchi...