Bentley’s Big Night – and Better Play
Gunnar Olafsson To say that I’ve been disinterested, at best, in the upcoming mayoral election is to say the sky is blue. My business is my life, the way I see it,…
Gunnar Olafsson
Is Bitsy’s Backstory Being Bared?
The sound of the doorbell jars me from my political trance. It’s 11 AM and I am wondering whether I’ve done enough to secure a win for Wanda. “Good morning,…
The Riverside’s Hidden History Comes to Light
One of the things I’ve been a curious about since the time capsule came into our midst is the ownership history of the Riverside. Cassie is its current owner, having…
Wanda’s at the Wheel Heading Into the Debate
The election is growing closer and I’m getting nervous. We have a debate in two days. I’ve not really begun to prepare. A discussion of some issues here and there…
Making History on a Hilltop, High Above Town
It was significant to me that Albert acknowledged, and maybe even welcomed, my interest in Hilltop. Moreover, he offered me a tour of the estate and mansion without being asked.…
Albert Puts History in His Pipe, Then Smokes It
After Mr. McHughe adjourns his meeting, it’s clear word is spreading as to the capsule’s contents. I pride myself on staying out of the fray, but I imagine the barstools…
Bernie Observes the Unveiling of an Old Middle Valley
Judge Pete and Thornton are leading the discussion amongst the usual suspects – Bitsy, Bernie, Elyse, mayoral candidates Wanda and Shirley, new sheriff Henry, who replaced Sheriff Paul, and a…
Thornton Senses History is Being Made
The box is now on the large table in the conference room in the museum. “Thank you”, I express to Bentley and the janitor. The caffeine is kicking in early…
A New Mystery Befalls Bentley via Backhoe
The statue of Mick Righteous was intended to be a general interest to visitors to the Middle Valley area, perhaps not a great draw in and of itself, but one…
Paul Seeks Help from an Old Friend
The guard tells me that Bernie will be here to visit me in a few minutes. “Oh, good! That’s great!” Anxious as I am, I’m looking forward to talking to…