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Anything is possible if you don't know any better
December 16, 2012 Have you ever noticed that the less certain the facts, the louder the argument? This is because, as stated by a great philosopher — possibly Calvin, or maybe his stuffed tiger, Hobbes — ‘‘Anything i... more »»
It’s an old-fashioned Mahoning Valley Christmas
December 16, 2012 Like a birthday or a class reunion or all those ’80s cartoons on Netflix, Christmas makes you feel like a little kid again. more »»
Discovering the secret to surviving another winter
December 16, 2012 Well, it’s just about over now. Heavy sigh. Relax. I’m not worried about any misinterpreted Mayan calendar silliness. I’ll see you on the 22nd. more »»
A trail runs through
December 14, 2012 For several days in August of 1945, about a dozen boys, age 14 or so, were repairing a portion of the Long Trail in southwestern Vermont. more »»
Holiday spirit in the Valley starts with the parade
December 9, 2012 Christmas in the Valley can be tons of fun. more »»
Mom filled with dread at thought of teenage years
December 9, 2012 Every year, just before the globe celebrates the most important birthday in the history of the universe, we commemorate another one that’s pretty special over here in Patty-Land. more »»
BP puts money into work force
December 9, 2012 One of the most interesting quotes I have heard recently came from Curtis Thomas, director of government and public affairs for BP America. more »»
Giving gift-giving some thought
December 9, 2012 Wandering past the printer, I noticed an invoice copy lying at the top of the tray. ‘‘I see that I’ve ordered your Christmas gifts, Honey. more »»
Savoring the little pleasures and small moments in life
December 2, 2012 Life is not without its small pleasures. That’s for sure. Even the most mundane, annoying task may include a small perk or pleasure that detracts from its soul-suckin. more »»
Druthers, drathers, ceptics and snickets
December 2, 2012 The debate reached its zenith, which is to say we couldn’t agree about what to watch on the old Zenith TV. She sighed. more »»
A jerk and his money are soon parted
November 25, 2012 I am a financial genius. It’s just that there’s been a distinct lack of opportunity to prove my point. It’s like the old adage: ‘‘All I ask is for a chance to prove money can’t buy you happiness. more »»
Natural gas offers real potential
November 23, 2012 Ohio, Pennsylvania and New York are on the cusp of a very real economic boom. That is, if the politicians don’t screw it up. more »»
Looking just at the ‘D’s and ‘R’s
November 20, 2012 Ignorance is not bliss. It is destructive and is destroying Trumbull County. Thomas Jefferson said, ‘‘An informed citizenry is the only true repository of the public wil. more »»
Surprise package has brain doing double doody
November 18, 2012 Working at the newspaper, we have a lot of interesting stuff come through our office. When you are in “the media,” everyone is always trying to get you to talk about them. more »»
Does shirking shopping show wisdom or age?
November 18, 2012 If ‘‘Life Begins at 40,’’ as the book, movie and song titles claim, when does old age begin? When you quit shoppin. more »»
Face an odd space for an ad
November 18, 2012 There is a man in Indiana with the 2012 Mitt Romney presidential campaign logo tattooed on the right side of his face. That is ridiculous. more »»
Take time to give thanks
November 16, 2012 As we approach Thanksgiving, most of us probably have some tradition we follow to celebrate the abundance that many, but not all of us, enjoy. more »»
Conservation districts can be deductible
November 15, 2012 My friend and fellow Soil and Water Conservation District Administrator Jeff Van Loon from Medina County wrote a great story recently about donating to the SWCD since it’s tax-deductible. more »»
Results show that votes count
November 11, 2012 Odds and ends from Tuesday’s election: Trumbull County prosecutor Dennis Watkins led the Democrat ticket among candidates in Trumbull County-wide races. more »»
By any calendar, it’s never too early to be thankful
November 11, 2012 It’s a little early by some standards but today, I am waxing grateful. more »» |
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