Leonard Rizzo, Author at The Tryon Daily Bulletin - Page 7 of 42

Opinion

Sweet memories

It has been a hectic week for me and my household. First, I’ve been without my car for about a week waiting for a new ... Read more

by Leonard Rizzo, Wednesday, May 4, 2022 10:49 am

Opinion

A visit and a visitor

I took a week off during Holy Week to devote my time to the Lord. I have much to be thankful for but Easter wee ... Read more

by Leonard Rizzo, Thursday, April 21, 2022 10:36 am

Opinion

Tongue and cheek

I’m often asked about the animals that are helped in my tales. For instance, Charlie, the little Shepherd mix pup that was found in a ... Read more

by Leonard Rizzo, Wednesday, April 6, 2022 12:06 pm

Opinion

The heart of a lion

Last week in “Affairs of the heart”, I began telling you some of Charlie’s story and I promised photos when they arrived. It all ... Read more

by Leonard Rizzo, Wednesday, March 30, 2022 3:21 pm

Opinion

Affairs of the heart

There were two very Special Cases for me this week. The first was Cleo, an animal I’d helped before a few years ago. The son ... Read more

by Leonard Rizzo, Wednesday, March 23, 2022 10:12 am

Opinion

The dedication of those who foster saves lives

This week, I’d like to begin on a personal note. I’ve been sort of weak and listless lately. I’m on some new meds which are ... Read more

by Leonard Rizzo, Friday, March 18, 2022 8:00 am

Columnists

A circle of friends

Long ago after witnessing so much abuse and cruelty, I prayed for the ability to help God’s creatures in need the best way I could. ... Read more

by Leonard Rizzo, Friday, January 28, 2022 3:54 pm

Columnists

No trouble at all

Fifteen years ago one of my first special case tales was of Gizmo, a tiny brindle pup that had been tossed from a car, picked ... Read more

by Leonard Rizzo, Friday, January 14, 2022 3:10 pm

Columnists

A tribute to our heroes

I wish to personally thank all my magnificent supporters who helped me through the Christmas and New Year season. I’ve had a few cases and ... Read more

by Leonard Rizzo, Thursday, December 30, 2021 5:16 pm

Columnists

Cola, the rest of the story

After old man Joe passed on, Uncle Lennie brought me to the shelter. He had already contacted them to make room for me while he ... Read more