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Crops take advantage of needed rain

This past week we got some much needed rain. Totals vary throughout the county but I think everyone got a nice amount to keep...

Learning from the process called ‘life’

“It will take four days to fix your wagon,” said the livery man to the customer who brought his buckboard in for repairs.“Four days!...

On a mission in a coal mining town

Today’s article is different from the usual food topic, but one that I think you will enjoy very much.“Welcome to Lynch” is a history...

Being overwhelmed: Prime time to prioritize

The proverbial straw that broke the camel’s back is an illustration of what can happen when you feel overwhelmed. Each straw by itself is...

Kavanaugh right pick for Supreme Court

When Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy — who was appointed by President Ronald Reagan — announced he was going to step down from the...

Old Rocky Nelson and the ol’ ball game

“When old Rocky Nelson shuffles up to the plate, the ball comes in and the sound of wood, and the ball rises up like...

I know what it’s like to fly

Everyone I have ever met seems to harbor some desire for travel and adventure.Once an adventure is achieved, people like to talk about it...

Crossing gaps through the centuries

A potent personality — plus tact, talent, and tenacity — took Mary Hosbrook from the farm to a career as an artist and entrepreneur....

Are property values affected by wind farms?

Wind energy has paid off for rural areas. Whether it be new employment opportunities, additional revenue for counties, or direct payments to landowners, rural...

Take advantage of upcoming Field Day

The Southwest Ohio Corn Growers Filed Day is just around the corner.Like very year, it will be packed full of useful, take-home information that...