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Where did that come from?
A four-inch straight red line is cut across my forearm. I have absolutely no idea how I got it. I’m not entirely sure when I got it. It’s ...
One night at Waffle House
The first time I met David Lieurance, I stood at the police counter in the old Wilmington City Hall as I began my first tour of duty as a police offic...
Bringing down the cost of college
If we want hard work to pay off, we have to get the cost of college under control.When Connie and I went to college, a part-time job was often enough ...
Planting too deep can kill your tree
After over-watering, planting too deep is the second most frequent cause of death for young trees. Trees need water, oxygen and warmth, so they natura...
Supportive energy policy shines spotlight
As renewable energy continues to bring prosperity to states with supportive policies, rural communities are in the spotlight. Solar and wind energy pr...
There’s no time for regrets
The finest stories begin with, “Once upon a time,” and end with “lived happily ever after.”Most stories in real life fall some...
College admissions scam — Fast track to jail?
Is it possible to have a “new” news story? We now have a college admission’s scandal. Breaking stories of wealth and influence trade...
How to succeed with roses
In a classic case of bad timing, roses have slipped from their perch as America’s favorite landscape plant. In our hectic, time-starved lives, r...
American cars, American jobs
It’s time for the president to keep his promises to Ohio autoworkers.As GM began laying off workers in Lordstown last week, we also heard the co...
Guide to driving on snow and ice
As near as I can tell, there are three theories when it comes to driving when winter weather hits Ohio: 1) Drive really, really fast and put everyone ...
