You know you’re getting old when you can’t figure out how to put a car into DRIVE.
Thank you, Karen.
Leonard Woolsey
President & Publisher
If you are reading this column in a printed newspaper, you most likely know your paper delivery was disrupted for Friday by a mechanical breakdown.
Odds are, if you’re reading this newspaper, you already are a fan of Galveston County. The mix of breathtaking nature, diverse cultures, uniqu…
The licking quickly got out of control.
Recently, a younger person asked me what common traits I thought successful people held and practiced.
Once, a friend and I were talking about life. Jokingly, I suggested I wouldn’t be surprised if at my funeral someone might say, “Well, that wa…
The COVID booster is now in my bloodstream. At this rate, I’m beginning to think we’ll need a few more lines on the little paper vaccination card.
The iconic Hospice Tree of Lights of the holiday season is back for a 32nd year with the lighting this week atop The Daily News building in Ga…
Leonard Woolsey commented on Daily News adjusts print frequency to navigate COVID economy
Chris, thank you for asking. The majority of costs for our newspaper are the people we employ - the newsprint comparatively small. And to keep local people employed and working for the community - and The Daily News operating - the subscription rate will not change. We are evolving in lig…
Leonard Woolsey commented on Galveston right to worry about scooter, bike blight
Don, you are correct about the photo not literally matching the text - but I can assure you that was my experience earlier this week. I remember stepping across a read bike laying on the sidewalk as well. Thank you for your comment and for reading The Daily News.
Leonard Woolsey commented on Pelican Island bridge might get more state funding
Mr. Hyatt, has your issue been resolved as of yet? We make every effort to chase down subscriber issues. Please let us know so we can address for you. Thank you and thank you for bringing this to our attention.
Leonard Woolsey commented on Government shutdown is just bad theater
Carlos, maybe I should make sure I have my morning tea before replying. Yes, you busted me for being human. It happens to me occasionally. But regardless, I stick by the spirit of what I shared with you. Have a great day.
Leonard Woolsey commented on Government shutdown is just bad theater
Jarvis, thank you for you comments. You pegging my political persuassions simply due to having empahty for people who are hurting is inaccurate. I am sure your heart reacts the same to seeig someone in need as mine. This is not the first time the governement has shut down - and both parties …
Leonard Woolsey commented on Government shutdown is just bad theater
Rusty, you will always have me on your side saying the federal governemnt inherently an inefficient machine with much room for belt-tightning. And yes, using the surrounding counties is a literal explanation - but used to illustrate 800,000 people is not a meaningless or insignificant number…
Leonard Woolsey commented on Government shutdown is just bad theater
Carlos, these people should not have the indignity of having to go out for a loan due to political posturing by any political party. And back pay tomorrow does not pay the rent due today.
Leonard Woolsey commented on Father’s Day forecast is cloudy as adulthood enters
Thank you, Ed. Your words are inspiring.