Karen Farris

Karen Farris

Op-ed contributor

Karen Farris saw the need to help underserved kids while serving in a youth ministry that gave her the opportunity to visit rural schools on the Olympic Peninsula. She now volunteers her time grant writing to bring resources to kids in need. She also shares stories of faith in action for those needing a dose of hope on her weekly blog, Friday Tidings.www.fridaytidings.com

Pornhub’s teen sex ed course

Pornhub appears to be capitalizing on the COVID-19 pandemic, with more teens on their screens— and offering “clean” content under the guise of sex education.

Pornhub’s teen sex ed course

Public school homeschooling is not working

Now I’m watching my grandson homeschool in a whole new way. I ache for him as I see his pent-up frustration with trying to find his way in an academic environment that is working well for some and not for others.

Public school homeschooling is not working

COVID-19 in the rural country

Our rural county in Northwest Washington state went from moderate risk for COVID-19 to high risk in a matter of days. This is not good news for any of us living here.

COVID-19 in the rural country

Gold Star mom and Memorial Day: The loved ones left behind

Ever since I met Betsy, I’ve seen Memorial Day for what it is meant to be — honoring those who’ve lost their lives in service to our nation. Joseph was Betsy’s only child. And as a single mom, the two shared a unique bond.

Gold Star mom and Memorial Day: The loved ones left behind