Margaret Minnicks
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Margaret Minnicks has a bachelor's degree in English. She is an ordained minister with two master's degrees in theology and Christian education. She has been an online writer for over 15 years. Thanks for reading and sending TIPS her way.
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Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears' 'fatal flaw'contributed to her not becoming the next governor of Virginia
Election was held in Virginia on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. Two women had campaigned to become the first female Governor of Virginia in the state's 253-year history.
By Margaret Minnicks2 months ago in The Swamp
My Wikipedia-Styled Page
Disclaimer The headline is a Wikipedia-Styled Page, so it will not be confused with the official Wikipedia Page. Margaret Josephine Jackson Minnicks [MAR-guh-rut JOH-suh-feen JAK-suhn MIN-iks], born July 23, 1945, is an African American teacher, ordained minister, journalist, online writer, mother of two adult children, and grandmother of three adult children.
By Margaret Minnicks2 months ago in FYI
Meaning of the idiom: 'Close, but no cigar'
We’ve all been there. A near-win. A just-missed opportunity. A moment when the finish line was in sight, but the ribbon slipped through our fingers and the winning prize went to someone else. Someone might smile and say to you, “Close, but no cigar.” You might have thought it or said it yourself. The idiom acknowledges effort while denying reward.
By Margaret Minnicks2 months ago in FYI
I Am A Triple Threat
A triple threat is an idiom for a person who excels in three distinct areas or skills. Usually, the three areas are related. Some people might think only celebrities and athletes are triple threats. However, this article is designed to set the record straight.
By Margaret Minnicks3 months ago in FYI
The Nation Is Watching Closely the State of Virginia's Upcoming Election
Virginia and New Jersey are the only states that hold gubernatorial contests in the year after a presidential election. The elections, which traditionally grab outsized national attention, are viewed this year in Virginia for several reasons.
By Margaret Minnicks3 months ago in The Swamp
Daylight Saving Time 2025
We sprang forward last spring on Sunday, March 9, 2025. Now, it's time to fall back if you live in North America. Daylight Saving Time (DST) will officially change on Sunday, November 2, 2025, when we "fall back" one hour. This means earlier sunrises, earlier sunsets, and a gentle shift will be in our daily rhythms.
By Margaret Minnicks3 months ago in FYI
Online Classes Are Easy and Convenient
Long gone are the days when the only way to learn was to spend hours sitting in a classroom. Now the classroom can be your computer screen. These days, almost everyone is taking or has taken an online class, either for college credit or for self-improvement.
By Margaret Minnicks3 months ago in Education
A Photo of an Officer Described as a 'Hot Cop' Going Viral Nationwide
According to Axios Richmond, "A photo of a 'hot cop' has gone viral." That's because a Facebook photo of a Chesterfield, Virginia officer is receiving a lot of attention. The Chesterfield County Police Department disclosed that the public has plenty to say about the photo.
By Margaret Minnicks3 months ago in Geeks
Why My Relationship With Copilot Works For Me
Someone once said to me: “You have such a good relationship with Copilot, you could represent it.” That comment stayed with me. To those who’ve asked how and why my relationship with Copilot works so well, here are my answers—not just technical, but personal. Not just informative, but sacred.
By Margaret Minnicks3 months ago in 01
