As we continue through the warm months, many of us look forward to spending time outdoors with family and friends, enjoying good food and company. Backyard grilling is a popular activity during the summer months, but it can also pose significant safety risks if not done properly. A recent gas ...
The phrase "When the going gets tough, the tough get going" is a timeless adage that has inspired individuals to push beyond their limits and persevere in the face of adversity. This phrase, often attributed to American football coach Knute Rockne, has become a rallying cry for those who refuse ...
Severe weather events like hurricanes, tornadoes, and floods pose a significant threat to life and property in the United States. Recently we have seen devastating flooding in West Virginia,Texas, and North Carolina. These separate weather events have destroyed homes, businesses and recreation ...
Have you ever been hungry? Not just needing a bite to eat, but really, really hungry! Back in the 1950’s and 60’s it was not uncommon to see long lines at the county courthouses waiting on “commodities.” If you aren’t familiar with the term it refers to government food handouts. To ...
We have all seen the ads in favor of Issue 1 stating that it is needed because women need to have access to abortions and miscarriage care. These are false claims that must be challenged. The Ohio Revised code specifically distinguishes abortion from miscarriage (see Section 2919.11). ...
I would like to thank all the businesses that donated to help pay for the bands for the Paden City Music in the Park. Boat Side Deliveries, Auto Related George McDonald, Bayer Heritage Federal Credit Union, Jarvis Funeral Home, Paden City Development Authority, and the Wetzel County Commission. ...
I will start my letter with the radio commentator and his most favorite stateman, Earl Pitts, âYou know what makes me sick.ã And labor day is as broad as it is wide, dealing with a society of workers, Iáve worked in so many professions, from top to bottom. Of course the thing that draws ...
Iád first like to thank Rosey Cozart, and the Wetzel County Animal Welfare League, for referring me to Dr. Meckley, and helping with some of the expenses, for spaying and neutering seven feral cats. Iám not a big believer in miracles, or the power of prayer. However, I recognize ...
Some years ago, my wife and I were visiting my son and his family for the day. We decided to visit a small park that sits along the Muskingum River hoping to see a passing riverboat. My youngest grandson and I were exploring the riverbank in the park, when we came upon a bronze sculpture ...
Back in the 1950s and 60s, America had an abundance of song writers who could spin a character or emerging legend into a song. When that happened, the words and story wrapped in the lyrics became the history we all remember. In fact, in many of those songs, we each can sing their tunes and ...
As each season comes around, I find myself saying, spring is my favorite season. As spring passes and summer arrives, it becomes my favorite season. Before long the day shortens and trees turn into fall colors, I find myself saying, fall is my favorite season. And in a month or two when the ...
Two hundred and fifty-three years ago, in the dark of the night American Patriots disguised as Indians slipped aboard British ships and tossed crates of tea into the harbor. It was the first protest by citizens who believed a King and his government were unfairly treating their subjects. This ...
Lynnda and I enjoyed a second Honeymoon this week in Florida at Disney World. We had a special dinner and viewed the Magic Kingdom fireworks from the top of the Contemporary Resort Hotel. Time flies. It doesn’t seem like we have been married 50 Years this month. I asked Lynnda if she expected ...
My daughter, Dannielle, her husband and Arnie, their 7-year-old golden retriever came home for Memorial Day weekend. Arnie can’t speak a word of English but has a large vocabulary. Words like treat, outside, toy, food, and bedtime are commonly understood by most dogs. Arnie takes ...
A few years ago, Lynnda and I were on vacation in mid-July with our youngest son and his family. Lauren, his second oldest, was getting ready to go off to college. She was working a part-time summer job. During the vacation she announced she wanted to quit because, “They want me to work 3 ...
As a coach, in practice or a game, I take advantage of teachable moments to drive home a point or a behavior we want our players to repeat. When we won the 2024 State Championship after only winning one of our first 7 games, the first lesson was; Don’t give up on your dreams. The other lesson ...
