Check out the Scheir madness column for the week of Dec. 17, written by Cheryl Scheir.
 

Saturday’s big parade in Dover’s business center, a successful first after a long time of planning, attracted a great crowd and showed what cooperation among merchants and the city can do.

Is there anyone out there who will be glad when you are dead — passed on, gone to your reward, doing the dirt dance?

The need for superior public education is not only a prime area for change. It may well be the most important one.

The importance of a holiday sale and a person's life are not on the same level — not even close.

A human voice answering the phone is good for business.

Let us know what you think about whether Santa Claus exists.

Five reasons for adults to refuse to teach the Santa Claus myth.

Return Day security personnel aren't from Delaware, obviously.

Shopping for others will take some self control this holiday season.

Your lunch may be considered a weapon ... no kidding.

Seven-year-old grandson has a good lesson to teach bloggers.

When it comes to voting, Marydel is the place to be.

Beautiful fall foliage and produce is only a short drive away — in Kent County.