True Citizen readers can now give us an earful. Beginning next week, we'll publish select comments from our readers in a special opinion section, "Over the Fence." We welcome your takes on everything from national news to local nitty-gritty. Comments should be no more than 75 words and do not have to be signed. More...

T he Rev. Ellis Climes Jr. straightens his tie and rubs his thumb over gold embossed letters. His Bible won't close flat anymore - the consequence, or reward, of years spent splayed open in study. He holds it close to his body like he would a child's hand, soft and serious at the same time. More...