Welcome to the Official Site of Legendary Columnist Dick Yarbrough!
Dick is best known as the author of a syndicated column that regularly skewers a number of targets, including Ted Turner, permissive parents, the business community, the International Olympic Committee, the public relations profession, politicians, the media, and anybody that talks on a cell phone in the checkout lane.
Writing a column is just one of Yarbrough’s talents. The Georgia native is an author of two books (more info), and he brings his wit, wisdom and nearly 40 years of professional experience to bear as a public speaker. His speeches can be tailored to any group or topic – whether you aim to organize, motivate or inspire your group – and each one is marked by his humorous take on the world. Just as Yarbrough’s column has won him a loyal readership, his common-sense approach to life, politics, communications and the American way have made him a sought-after speaker on today’s circuit.
"Not since the late, great Lewis Grizzard left us have I enjoyed reading a newspaper column so much." — Fan email received at dickyarbrough.com
Artwork
In addition to his writing acumen, Dick enjoys painting as a hobby and is a talented artist. Enjoy the strong brushstrokes and confident compositions of Dick's paintings and see samples of his work here.
"Lagoon"
"East Beach"
Most Recent Columns
May 7, 2012: Random Thoughts On Daffy Duck, Uga Fishing Team And Why David Ralston Doesn’t Want Lobbying Limits
Just when my life seemed to have lost all meaning, up jumps our Ambassador to Outer Space, Cynthia McKinney, who has announced her intentions to run for Congress as a member of the Green Party this fall in Georgia’s 4th District. This is quite a comedown for Miss Moonbeam, who was the Green Party’s candidate [...]
April 30, 2012: Federal Judge Sees Majesty In The Law, Not Jokes
While May 1st is designated Law Day in the United States, Judge Lisa Godbey Wood, chief judge of the U.S. Southern District of Georgia, says we Americans should remember that every day is a day of law in this country. There would be anarchy without it. I had the privilege of following Judge Wood on [...]
April 23, 2012: Giving Governor Deal Good Marks For His Job Performance
Dear Governor, I know you have been waiting to hear how I think you are handling things these days, but I wanted to give you time to get the legislators out of town and to be sure all the silverware is accounted for. Plus, I have been busy trying to help your pal, Leroy Gingrich, [...]
humorous collection of Dick's most popular columns, and "And They Call Them Games" about the 1996 Summer Olympic Games in Atlanta. Both are entertaining reading for anyone who enjoys the wit and wisdom of one of Georgia’s favorite columnists.
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