I think the first time I ever had cholent was in Kansas City at my grandparents’ house. My bubbe — yes, the same one who gives the weather each day in the Morning Light — made it when I was about 6 or 7. I took one look, made a face,...

Here at the Jewish Light, we take Jewish humor seriously. When we introduced a weekly “Jewish Joke of the Week,” I was once stopped in line at Protzel’s by the mother of a high school friend. With half a smile, she asked why I’d do such a thing....

L’Shana Tova. As we kiss 5785 goodbye, we look forward to starting fresh in 5786. Between the American New Year and the Jewish New Year we, the Chosen People, have been chosen to celebrate twice.  You probably think more about making resolutions...

Editor’s note: No lawsuits were filed, no careers were canceled, and nobody was forced to explain a Sacha Baron Cohen sketch to their rabbi during this interview. This Thursday, Sept. 25, local journalist and reluctant public speaker Jordan Palmer...

I never expected the little boy and his mom deciding on a lunchbox to transport me back in time. But he was a towhead just like my son Jackson at that age and the mom was a redhead just like me at that age, which is to say he was 6 or 7 and she was me...

Mazel tov! Five cheetah cubs were born last month at the St. Louis Zoo. That’s exciting news in its own right—and, honestly, a great excuse to share baby cheetah photos. But here at The Jewish Light, we couldn’t help but ask: Is there a Jewish angle?...

When Jewish Light published a short blurb last week about David Halpern’s new Monday morning bingo at the American Legion Post 397, it seemed like a simple community event—a bit of fun, some friendly competition and a way to raise money for a good...

On a Saturday morning earlier this month in Fort Myers Beach (FMB), Fla., a truly unusual sight unfolded along the city’s main downtown drag: a colorful procession of people in flowing caftans, curly red wigs and chunky costume jewelry, all strolling...

I first discovered "Saturday Night Live" the way a lot of kids did—through an older, slightly cooler classmate. It must have been in 1978 or 1979. Richard Shaw was the biggest kid at Spoede School -- not just in height but in presence. Every Monday...

The Philadelphia Eagles have plowed their way to Super Bowl 2025 behind the “tush push,” a play as straightforward as football gets: when the Eagles need a yard — whether on third-and-short, fourth-and-inches, or at the goal line — quarterback...

On Sunday, Jan. 26, Paul Newman would have celebrated his 100th birthday. Known for his legendary performances, unwavering philanthropy and enduring charm, Newman is remembered not just as a Hollywood icon but as a proud Jewish figure who embraced his...