Freelancers Will Be Hurt By Labor Proposal
Contract labor is a good deal for both publishers and writers. The ruling is shocking and could change the freelance world for writers.photo by Colton Sturgeon on Unsplash. A new proposal by the Biden Administration could wreak havoc on freelance writers. The new rule would make companies consider most gig workers employees, not contract labor, as they are currently considered.
Read full storyThe First Muscle Car Jumpstarted Rock and Roll
The Rocket 88 was the first muscle car, light weight with a powerful engine.Photo By James Jordan. I saw an Oldsmobile Rocket 88 at the recent Last Run Car Show in Arkansas City, KS. I thought about the song “Rocket 88” by Jackie Brenston. Many people, myself included, think this was the first true rock and roll record.
Read full storyRunning the Walnut Valley Land Rush
My campsite at the walnut valley festival in Winfieldphoto by james jordan. It’s the calm before the storm at the Walnut Valley Festival in Winfield, KS. It kicks into high gear tomorrow morning with four stages cranking out bluegrass and folk music from early in the morning to late at night. There are also some national and international competitions in the mix.
Read full storyCultural Appropriation at the Walnut Valley Festival
Bing Futch with his Mountain Dulcimerphoto by james jordan. No one has more fun on stage than Bing Futch. He is a joy to watch. He is a fine musician, but what makes it even more enjoyable is the energy and enthusiasm that he exudes in his performance. You might enjoy his show, but you won't enjoy it as much as he will enjoy performing it. He will be one of the featured performers at the 50th Walnut Valley Festival in Winfield the third weekend of September.
Read full storyHolding Law Enforcement Accountable Is Not a New Idea
The star of law enforcement in the old west.Photo by Glen Carrie on Unsplash. Police use too much force in apprehending a criminal sometimes. What is too much is debatable, especially when the person resists arrest or flees. It is not a new issue though. 100 years ago in a small Kansas town, a sheriff was held accountable for beating up a nearly blind man over a bad check.
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