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Opinion

Life’s struggles can even lead to a broken arm

Local Columns

I held little hope that there would be a column from me this week. It’s been a pretty difficult one. Has anyone else ever gone through a really extensive rough patch that you begin questioning if Satan has been working overtime and it’s on you that he is focusing? The thought of this ...

Home show still a sure sign of spring

Editorials

As the weather gets warmer, many of us turn our attention to various home improvement and gardening projects for the year, whether it be planting some new flowers, installing new windows or doors or even putting in a hot tub. If you are among that group — or just looking for a great way to ...

Hard work helps everything thrive

Editorials

Appalachia is home to plenty of survival stories, and thanks to botanists at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, we can celebrate another one. The running buffalo clover, which was once believed to be extinct, is now doing so well it has been taken off the endangered species list. ...

Unclaimed funds wait to be found

Editorials

As we approach the end of February, Unclaimed Funds Month may be wrapping up, but that does not end the opportunity to check with the Ohio Department of Commerce’s Division of Unclaimed Funds about whether there is money being held in your name. Department of Commerce data shows ...

It’s important to spay, neuter pets

Editorials

It’s a proven fact — spaying and neutering are effective, and humane, ways to save the lives of animals. These procedures are one of many important responsibilities that come with owning a dog or cat. So along with providing a safe, warm home, food and water and daily exercise, we ...