Colleen O'Callaghan-Miele

Story Archive

Everyone needs a helping hand: Wednesday, April 29, 2009; Could it be possible that June Cleaver, Donna Reed or Aunt Bee had moments in their lives when they felt that they were on the brink of a complete emotional breakdown?
It takes all of us to combat hunger: Wednesday, April 15, 2009; Through my travels I have found that in every county there are exceptional community leaders. It is the business owners, executives, and hands-on citizens that take pride and have concern for those in the community that are faced with challenging times or underserved. Here in our community we have organizations that are collaborating with one another to not duplicate services, which ultimately has resulted in an efficient, productive and fiscally responsible approach to meeting the needs of those in our community. A primary example of non-duplication of services through pure collaboration is Three Squares.
Giving spirit alive and well despite troubled economy: Monday, March 23, 2009; There are great ways that we can assist those within our community who are experiencing the life challenges of the current financial downturn. While hundreds of thousands are without jobs, homes, food, health insurance or dollars to secure them, there are people sharing and caring while doing awesome work in our valley.
Sometimes emperors can learn from children: Wednesday, March 11, 2009; Never forget or compromise who you are or where you came from.
St. Rose history outshines the stars: Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2009; St. Rose Dominican Hospitals' 2009 Children's Miracle Mardi Gras Ball was an evening of elegance, glamour and entertainment. After 52 years, this is the longest-running fundraising event in Southern Nevada, and I am of the opinion that this year's ball should be up for an Academy Award as the "Best Gala of 2009," if there were such an award.
When times are tough, find balance: Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2009; During our challenging economic times, it is apparent that all in our valley are being financially impacted. Even the valley's largest neighborhood gaming corporation is not shielded from a tremendous financial loss.
Standing with Israel and in unison: Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2009; Throughout history, religious teachings around the world shaped by ignorance and fear have been misguiding people and have often led to tragedy.
Go Red for women's hearts on Feb. 12: Thursday, Jan. 22, 2009; On Feb. 12, I intend to dress in red and support the American Heart Association's fourth annual Go Red for Women Luncheon.
Turn hard times into opportunities: Thursday, Jan. 8, 2009; Welcoming the New Year was bittersweet.
Snow day a chance to slow down: Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2008; It was the night our community came to a screeching, sliding, bumper-to-bumper halt.
Tragic night a reminder of life lessons: Thursday, Dec. 11, 2008; Olivia "Lynn" Brandise Hyten, another gift from above, has been returned home.
Journalist left important legacy: Thursday, Oct. 30, 2008; This past weekend, I attended The SGI-USA (Soka Gakkai International) presentation of The American Victory Orchestra in a celebration of Daniel Pearl World Music Days.
Make educated votes this year: Thursday, Oct. 16, 2008; Are you registered to vote?
Mom watches boy become a man: Thursday, Oct. 9, 2008; Wow! The day has come. Justin, my second eldest son, is enlisting in the U.S. Army.
Let's talk some (clean) politics: Thursday, Sept. 25, 2008; My dear friend Diana happens to have her birthday on the same day as my father.
It's assessment time for government: Thursday, Sept. 11, 2008; Is socialized healthcare just around the corner for the U.S.?
Three steps can help protect teens: Thursday, Aug. 28, 2008; We as parents should take to help protect our kids from prescription drug abuse: monitor, secure and dispose. A site created by Abbott Pharmaceutical and The Partnership for a Drug-Free America shows us how.