CMMS names honor roll students
The Clinton-Massie Middle School second huarter honor roll:6th Grade Elite Honor RollLauren Baker, Samantha Bowman, Jacob Crisenbery, India Guisleman, Hailey Hubbard, Ethan Johnson, Kaley...
Public input, perspectives on medical marijuana
Last November, Ohioans resoundingly rejected a ballot measure that would have not only legalized marijuana in the state, but also paved the way for...
Making America safer, stronger
America is facing a number of challenges, both at home and abroad. We need to have a comprehensive strategy to defeat ISIS. We need...
In appreciation of school boards
School board members exemplify local citizen control and decision-making in education. They volunteer hundreds of hours and an immeasurable amount of energy to assure...
Snowfall and a spiritual principle
You’ve heard the words often. Bing Crosby immortalized them, and you’ve probably even sung them sometime this winter holiday season – “I’m dreaming of...
Out of same mouth comes praising, cursing
When I was in high school, I traveled with a Marine Biology class to the Bahamas. We spent the week living at a dive...
Mayor’s report: Village of Blanchester
This is John Carman’s Mayor’s 2015 Annual Report to the Village of Blanchester.First, I want to thank Village Council for its support over the...
Sometimes, it’s OK to cry
She was sitting in the shadows on the far side of the life squad. As I approached, she lifted her face out of her...
TPP threatens Ohio auto jobs
Now Is Not the Time to Pull the Rug Out From Under Ohio Auto Jobs – Wednesday, January 13, 2016Last week, we received confirmation...
Addiction’s tragic effects hit home
The Wilmington News Journal published a chilling story last week, one that hits especially close to home in our community and reminds us of...
