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

Latest

Jan 10, 2018
We Need to Bust Pot Producers
Federal law prohibits the sale and manufacturing of Schedule 1 Controlled drugs. Now they will enforce the law again.
Jan 4, 2018
The Elder Care Epidemic
New businesses are being created to meet the need of elders living independently.
Dec 24, 2017
The Odd Gift: The Christmas Boxers
How an odd gift became an unusual Christmas tradition.
$Be Aware of the IRA\'s Instagram Influence$
Dec 22, 2017
Be Aware of the IRA\'s Instagram Influence
Social media users are exposed to Russian influence and disinformation. Use discretion.
Dec 20, 2017
The Problem With Obama's Net Neutrality
Net Neutrality was designed to prevent a problem before there was one. Now, with its repeal, the Federal Trade Commission will be policing violations rather than creating an ever-burdensome regulatory environment.
Dec 19, 2017
Unexpected Help From a Stranger
Even though her nearest neighbor was miles away, when a stranger knocked on her door, she let him in. The stranger happened to be a gifted carpenter, only the widow didn't know it.
Dec 14, 2017
Choices: The Teen Sex Cycle
A cycle of teen sex, low motivation, pregnancy, drug use, and poverty is crushing many rural areas.
Dec 11, 2017
Joni Eareckson Tada: Wheels for the World
How to take broken wheelchairs to help those with broken lives.
Dec 11, 2017
Losing Loved Ones: God Knows
In a world that can bring instant tragedy. We can lose those we love, but we'll always have God.
Dec 11, 2017
Recycle Joe and His Foster Giving
Sometimes you don't realize why people do what they do until they're gone. But their inspiration can live on.