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From Cronkite to Clickbait: What the Kirk Assassination Reveals About America's Media Divide
Political activist Charlie Kirk. "Assassination is the premeditated murder of a person, often a public figure like a political leader,...
Dennis Phillips
Sep 23, 20255 min read


It’s a Day You Remember Forever; September 11, 2001
A sight that shook Americans to the very core. The South Tower of the World Trade Center just after 8:00 a.m. on September 11, 2001 is...
Dennis Phillips
Sep 9, 20253 min read
The Spirit of Farm Aid: A Celebration of Music and Agriculture
A Memorable August Day in Kansas City It was the kind of August day that Kansas City remembers for years—a summer sun dropping over the...
Dennis Phillips
Aug 13, 20253 min read


A Tragic Anniversary: Remembering the Sinking of the USS Indianapolis
On July 30, 1945, in the waning days of World War II, the USS Indianapolis met a tragic fate in the Philippine Sea—one of the worst naval...
Dennis Phillips
Aug 2, 20253 min read
Texas Lawmakers Face 30-Day Agenda: Key Issues for 2025
State lawmakers have just 30 days to address 18 agenda items in hopes of aligning with Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's priorities. Abbott has...
Dennis Phillips
Jul 22, 20253 min read
Embracing AI with Accountability in Community Journalism
Artificial intelligence is no longer a futuristic concept—it is a present-day tool, already embedded in the workflows of modern...
Dennis Phillips
Jul 17, 20253 min read
Because in Robertson County, we care about others and we show it
I don’t know Susan Ruland well. In fact, I’ve only met her a couple of times and have spent far more time talking with her husband,...
Dennis Phillips
Jul 9, 20252 min read
A Little Clarity on Public-Interest Advertising
In my recent editorial about public transparency and government agencies, I opened with this line: I’m facing a dilemma—one I’ve dealt...
Dennis Phillips
Jul 2, 20253 min read
Texas Trail Rides: Balancing Tradition and Safety
Understanding the Tradition of Trail Rides Every few months, a familiar scene unfolds across Texas. An open pasture or backroad trail...
Dennis Phillips
Jun 29, 20253 min read
What TPA Awards really mean to a community
Every year, the Texas Press Association holds its annual Better Newspaper Contest—a tradition in the industry that many community...
Dennis Phillips
Jun 26, 20253 min read
Understanding the Dilemma of Transparency in Local News
The Importance of Public Notices I’m facing a dilemma—one I’ve dealt with for years. Before I lay it out, I ask you to keep two things in...
Dennis Phillips
Jun 15, 20254 min read
Can I please change this headline, seriously
I had not changed the headline to my own column for two consecutive issues. I felt stupid the first week, but the second week I had to...
Dennis Phillips
Jun 12, 20252 min read
DIY is not as easy as it looks
If you’re a fan of those DIY renovation shows where a smiling couple turns a crumbling house into a Pinterest palace in 30 minutes flat,...
Dennis Phillips
Jun 5, 20252 min read
What a Couple of Weeks It Has Been
Since returning to Robertson County on February 1, life has been a whirlwind—both personally and professionally. It’s hard to believe...
Dennis Phillips
May 28, 20252 min read
Did I stir a hornet’s nest?
I’ve been asked the same question more than a dozen times this week regarding my open letter to the Hearne ISD School Board about the...
Dennis Phillips
May 22, 20253 min read
Simply Disappointed
Early in my career, the first newspaper I owned was my hometown publication in Johnson City, Texas, where I graduated from high school. I...
Dennis Phillips
May 15, 20253 min read
Can I possibly add one more thing to my plate?
I can take on one more responsibility, even though I already have a full plate. For many years, I have worked for various newspaper...
Dennis Phillips
May 7, 20253 min read


One More Song for Jeff Munson
Sometimes, it is a moment in time you don’t want to ever forget. This past Sunday, I walked into Jeff Fest at the Pony Express with one...
Dennis Phillips
May 1, 20253 min read
We are not affiliated with Laura Chesner in any way
A former employee of the Robertson County News, Laura Chesner, has suggested that the Robertson County News is affiliated with her blog...
Dennis Phillips
Apr 23, 20253 min read
Full-tilt, this has been a crazy week for the newspaper and Robco
It has been an amazing week at the newspaper, let me tell you. When I returned motivated and energized, I had no idea the void that...
Dennis Phillips
Apr 16, 20253 min read








