by Tony W. Cartledge | Apr 24, 2009 | Opinion
I’ve been at Duke University April 23-24, attending a Symposium on Archaeology and the Media. The symposium grew out of a growing problem – fueled largely by an unpatrolled Internet and media outlets that need sensationalist stories to attract attention – in which...
by Tony W. Cartledge | Apr 22, 2009 | Opinion
There seems to be more than the usual level of excitement about this year’s Earth Day celebrations.Good.I’ve noticed more emphasis on recycling efforts in office buildings and even a few churches.Good.And, more folks seem to be aware that climate change is...
by Tony W. Cartledge | Apr 19, 2009 | Opinion
CHARLOTTE — The Alliance of Baptists celebrated Stan Hastey’s 20 years of direction, welcomed new leaders, adopted six initiatives, and affirmed statements on social issues during its annual convocation April 17-19. More than 400 registrants attended the...
by Tony W. Cartledge | Apr 17, 2009 | Opinion
A recent American Religious Identification Survey revealed that the percentage of Americans who self-identify themselves as Christians is declining, most notably in New England. Albert Mohler, president of Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and a frequent blogger,...
by Tony W. Cartledge | Apr 15, 2009 | Opinion
An apology for the coming rant: all my high-minded blog ideas have gone out the door with our idiot dog, who just ate a pen. A Pilot Precise V5 rolling ball pen, to be precise, my wife’s favorite kind. A nice plastic tube just filled with juicy, runny, colorful...
