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Fighting meth, cocaine resurgence

Here in Ohio, we are finally making progress on stemming the tide of opioid abuse that’s been hitting our communities hard. In fact, from...

My country and my flag

Born out of tyranny my country and my flag is flown, respected and is often feared by those all around the globe who seek...

Amish roots and prize-winning pie

From Amish Cook editor Kevin Williams: Gloria is taking a much-deserved summer week off. She’ll return next week with more fun from Yoders. So,...

Watch: Running down a dream

Each year, a few days after my birthday, I undergo my annual physical, a procedure that produces the usual bit of apprehension.I’m always relieved...

We are free, but just how much?

We charge you, King George, with “a long train of abuses” designed to “establish an absolute tyranny over these states.”Our 1776 Declaration of Independence...

Celebrate now, mow later

According to the car thermometer, it is currently 90° outside. The big thermometer on our deck says 98°.I’m comfortably inside in the air conditioning;...

It’s your state community college

When I have the opportunity to talk to groups about Southern State, I typically remind them that we are “YOUR State Community College.”I am...

What’s water doing to soybean fields?

We are fortunate to have many of acres planted, unlike our neighbor farmers in the northern portion of Ohio — but we are not...

Alternative crop for farmers

The new buzz in farming — growing hemp — has gone mainstream.Farm Journal, the Kentucky Department of Agriculture, and University of Kentucky recently convened...

Hope for those affected by PTS

Addressing the challenges of Post-Traumatic Stress (PTS) is not an easy feat.Through over 30 years of service with the Ohio National Guard, I have...