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Why Behind the What

It’s crucial to know the why behind our what. I’m a journalist. I know why I am a journalist. As human beings, it’s not always easy to discern why we do what we do. It’s one thing to have a driving force behind our actions that may not be as sustainable in the long term.Continue reading “Why Behind the What”

The Bright Fire News Podcast

Hey, everyone! I hope you’re doing well! I wanted to take this time to talk with you about my podcast. It’s The Bright Fire News Podcast. Here’s the description: The Bright Fire News Podcast is hosted by journalist/reporter JonChristopher Collins. Collins specializes in in-depth and investigative journalism; he has done work for HuffPost and more.Continue reading “The Bright Fire News Podcast”

How do you Like Your News?

Hello, everyone! How do you like your news? I’m taking a break from posting my news articles and blogs to ask for your answers. What news stories interest you most? How do you get your news? I want to know how you get your news and what kinds of stories you read most. As aContinue reading “How do you Like Your News?”

Branson Aldermen Special Session Involved Talk About Kansas City Chiefs Marketing Deal

Wednesday, August 16, 2023 at 12:00 AM By JonChristopher Collins On Aug. 10, the Branson Board of Aldermen voted to approve an agreement with hopes of a marketing deal with the Kansas City Chiefs. As a result of the approval, efforts to promote Branson as the “Official Vacation Destination of the Kansas City Chiefs” willContinue reading “Branson Aldermen Special Session Involved Talk About Kansas City Chiefs Marketing Deal”

Closing Summer with a Splash: Silver Dollar City Announced new Ride

Monday, August 14, 2023 at 11:04 AM By JonChristopher Collins Branson’s Silver Dollar City made a splash to close out the summer by announcing a new ride on Monday. The Herschend Family Entertainment owned theme and park’s new ride stands five stories tall. The new water ride, called “Fire in the Hole” will open inContinue reading “Closing Summer with a Splash: Silver Dollar City Announced new Ride”

What do I Enjoy Most About Writing?

The answer to this question isn’t one I’ve arrived at hastily. It would make sense that if someone deeply enjoys whatever they enjoy, they have a sense of what they enjoy about it beyond what one can sometimes convey. I had a surface-level understanding of what I enjoy about writing pretty early in life. MyContinue reading “What do I Enjoy Most About Writing?”

Question: How do we Spend our Time?

Time is an odd thing. As humans, each of us has time each day to do various tasks. We wake up, prepare for the day and zip into the remainder of the time the day holds. So, I want to ask you this. How do we spend our time? I won’t attempt to tell youContinue reading “Question: How do we Spend our Time?”

My Traveling Tip

I recently returned from vacation. I had a blast and made memories, and I was inspired to write this post. As a writer, it’s lovely when coming up with ideas is almost or totally effortless. What I’m about to share will change your travel experience and life. I’m not one for exaggeration unless it’s toContinue reading “My Traveling Tip”

What I’m Curious About

Curiosity itself is interesting. Some people seem totally incurious about anything. This doesn’t equate to them not having an ounce of curiosity. It simply means that they are content with where they are. I’ve heard it said to be cautious of people who aren’t curious because they lack the hunger to learn. If we don’tContinue reading “What I’m Curious About”

What Would I Change About Modern Society?

I’m back to respond to another WordPress writing prompt. I enjoy these because I can write something to publish even if it is not officially work-related. Much can and probably should change about society. So, it’s difficult to see a clear starting point. Be that as it may, answering this question is worth it. ModernContinue reading “What Would I Change About Modern Society?”