Gunnar Olafsson 
Jenny Page The Time for Tight Lips is Now
I look forward to settling into my desk every morning. Like most, I unlock the door, to-go coffee in hand, and relish the first 20 minutes of the day –…
Out with the Old, in with the New: Shirley & Elyse Collab
My candidacy is now public. We announced with very little hoopla – no big groups, no cheering. Just a note in the company newsletter, the wagging tongues of our chattering…
Investigating the Past, Pursuing the Future: Bernie’s Back in Business
I’ve spent almost a month on assignment researching and writing about a unique house in Middle Valley, and I’ve loved it. The home was conceived and built by Jacob J.…
My Name is Elyse and I’ve Had Enough
I’m tired, both emotionally and physically. Carson and I had been an “item” for awhile, in case you’re just tuning in. We spent a lot of time together. I was…
On Persuasion in Politics: One Puppeteer’s Power
I have decided that Wanda is the best person to fill our vacant mayor position and, having convinced her, I intend to take a strong position in guiding her campaign.…
Challenge Accepted! Wanda Wants It All
The crowd continues to grow, not enough seating, but that doesn’t seem to bother anyone. If anyone in the crowd is not in favor of removing Mick’s statue from Middle…
Renewal, Removal, & a New Race at the Riverside
The murder of Mick Righteous is no longer a mystery. Sheriff Paul confessed. Apparently, the ponies got the better of him – a bind that left him selling his services…
An Intermission in the Fourth Act
I am alarmed. I am upset. I can’t believe what’s in front of me. I manage to finagle some information from Mercury regarding the investigation, but not much. She is…
In Sight of the Mother Lode, or Road
“My God, law enforcement agencies from out west, what next?” I intended this response to be a stronger and more outraged comment but when it came out it was only…
Buyers Beware: Shirley’s Showing Surprise
I’m excited. It’s only been two days since I put Carson’s house up and I already have interest. Seems not everyone is put off by a high price tag, thank…