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Drone rules and what they mean to ag

Wow, what a week of fair! It has been another successful county fair and there were many outstanding exhibits and exhibitors that showcased the...

Just when you least expect it

I spent the first 25 years of my life looking for love in all the wrong places.Turns out, however, there weren’t too many ladies...

Police principles and Clinton County

The tragic murder of police officers in Dallas recently gave the nation pause as they watched a coward take target practice on police officers...

Allowing children to reach full potential

Two years ago, President Obama launched the My Brother’s Keeper challenge, with the goal of expanding opportunities for a group that is far too...

Always wanted to be an Indian

When I was growing up outside of New York City, I simply wanted to be an Indian.The two empty lots across the street from...

The hand in the car held a gun

“Honey, would you do me a favor?” the attractive blonde asked her husband.“Sure,” he replied.“Tell our friends how you were shot,” she unexpectedly implored.The...

Bright smiles on dirty faces

Every person over the age of 40, while watching children at play, has said something along the lines of, “If only we could bottle...

Making lifesaving drugs affordable

Because of the Affordable Care Act, we’ve made progress in lowering the cost of prescription drugs. We’ve expanded coverage to nearly 20 million Americans...

Fair combines education, entertainment

The Clinton County Fair comes back to Wilmington Saturday for a week-long celebration of summer, agriculture, local crafts and businesses, and most of all,...

Fair week has finally arrived!

Well, the Clinton County Fair is here! All the hard work and effort by many 4-H and FFA members and their families will be...