Today's Opinions

HILLVIEW - In 25 years in the business, few people are as passionate about a cause as Dr. Mohana Arla.

Celebrating his 30th year of medical practice in Bullitt County, Arla is thankful. A young man who didn’t look or sound quite like many people in Bullitt County when he started practicing in Lebanon Junction, Arla has treated generations of patients since that time.

Medical care has changed over the years and Arla played a part in a portion of that change.

He also played a role in push toward post-secondary education in Bullitt County.

You are a local official trying to make the budget balance without slapping on more taxes.

Then, the federal government informs you that back in the 1970s something called the Clean Water Act was approved. However, until about six years ago, it really wasn’t enforced.

But now you have to devise a plan for handling surface water. And, if you don’t, there’s a big fine coming your way. And, by the way, did I say this was an unfunded federal mandate?

A friend called me recently, a bit excited that an old flame had just moved back into town.

She was a little nervous about running into him and uncertain how she might react.  This came as quite a surprise to me, as I have always known her to be an ethical person who had never been unfaithful to her husband. I was certain she would handle it appropriately.

I was reflecting on this conversation at a soccer game for my seven-year old son.

Another parent shared with me that her teenage son’s team played poorly the week before.