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Don't let a small garden keep you from enjoying the abundance of summer's harvest. Use trellises and other free-standing structures to allow your vegetables and flowers to grow up.
Summertime is the perfect time to help your children with reading, math and other skills.
Bruce Stambaugh shares that Memorial Day is for remembering loved ones.
Many options are available for affordable movie nights with the family.
A camping trip opens Mike Dewey's eyes to something natural, something essential, and he comes up with a universal truth, or something close.
Adult tricycles a good option for those who love to ride but nolonger feel confident of their ability to balance.
Tami Lange explains the hair-staring moments that are part of her morning routine.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Many people do not know their rights when it comes to dealing with child protective services or their employees, and they may, mistakenly, assume that they have no choices and must do everything the agency tells them to do.
Columnist Bruce Glick summarizes happenings in the local birding world. This week Bruce reports on a Big Day attempt in our local area.
Keeping cool can be a challenge when in the heat of the day, but when you can find chill in the slightest of breezes, welcome it to your well-being.
For years, nutritionists have recommended adopting a lifestyle change rather than a diet.
Too much shade and your dreams of growing a vegetable garden can be shrouded with darkness. The situation may not be as bleak as you think when you grow these shade-tolerant varieties.
Missy discusses grabbing your dreams and making them a reality.
Bruce Stambaugh shares about enjoying the antics and actions of the backyard birds.
Perfect or not so much, the homegrown tomato is one of the joys of summer for millions of backyard gardeners that choose to plant this staple fruit in their gardens each spring.
Columnist Bruce Glick summarizes happenings in the local birding world. This week Bruce reports on a successful hawk-watching trip to Conneaut.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Studies have shown that patients who help their doctors by providing important health information and preparing themselves for appointments tend to get better care than patients who don't.
If your trust owns a life insurance policy, then you can remove the policy's benefits that are paid upon your death from federal estate tax.
As a guy, Mike Dewey knows that he's a simple, transparent human being with strengths and weaknesses ... but can he grill a steak in a storm?
Our neighbors aren't next door and they aren't within hollering distance, though Mrs. Hendrix can hear our bassett hound bark across the distant acres. She likes that.
Cooking food in the microwave oven is perfectly safe, as long as you do it properly.
Researching your family history can help determine which stories are fact or fiction.
A birthday bash can be inexpensive, even for a large group.
Bruce Stambaugh shares about the many amazing qualities of his late mother.
Columnist Bruce Glick summarizes happenings in the local birding world. This week, the focus is on rare birds showing up at the Killbuck Marsh Wildlife Area.
Attracting birds to the garden can help with insect control and keeps a natural balance in and around the yard.
Bring on the spring; and because you are now here, I will give attention to my outdoor chores. Thank goodness we are having a graduation party here at Just Enough Acres; the work will get done this year.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Melodie Davis recalls the often plain meals, but always decadent desserts her mother would make for the family on the farm.
Grab opportunities when they come around. You may only have one chance.
Bruce Stambaugh shares about the post-surgery emotions of dealing with cancer. Bruce writes about nature, weather, hobbies and people, often using personal experiences. Much to their dismay, he also writes about his family. He uses humor and pathos when he can't think of anything else to include.
Barry Manilow - you're still my fifth-grade crush, singing the songs of my childhood, reminding me of a simpler pre-MTV, pre iTunes time.
Locating government benefits and financial assistance programs for seniors is actually pretty easy to do thanks to two key resources created by the National Council on Aging and the National Association of Area Agencies on Aging.
If the doctor says you can never return to work again, you may qualify for permanent total disability benefits.
Well, if Abe Lincoln was known as The Rail Splitter, Mike Dewey can aspire to being called The Hatchet Man, though all that blood flowing might make a difference.
Metabolic syndrome is a group of conditions that put people at higher risk for both diabetes and heart disease.
Easy to grow and highly nutritious, kale is a great choice for the gardener wanting a quick harvest. But something doesn't sit well with this gardener when it comes to this member of the Brassicaceae family.
The urge to travel around the world is still firmly in place for Melissa Herrera.
Just because there is no teacher at the front of the class, doesn¿t mean learning is over. Homework is always assigned; in the summer and throughout our lives.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Each year, more than a quarter-million Americans have a mini-stroke, but only about half of them realize what's happening.
Temporary total disability (TTD) benefits provided for under Ohio law are designed to replace wages if you are unable to work while recovering from an injury.
Columnist Bruce Glick summarizes happenings in the local birding world. This week Bruce reports on two rare birds found in the Cleveland area last week.
Mike Dewey's Peter Pan Complex comes to the fore when he's confronted with a question that all men face: Have I really grown up? His words could surprise you.
In general, all women of childbearing age are still encouraged to take a multi-vitamin or a supplement with at least 400 micrograms (mcg) of folic acid every day.
A Chinese proverb says, "If you are patient in one moment of anger, you will escape a hundred days of sorrow."
Bruce Stambaugh encourages readers to look on the sunny side of life.
Some people wouldn't know refreshing from annoying if they saw it on a billboard.
Columnist Bruce Glick summarizes happenings in the local birding world. This week Bruce gives an update on the spring migration.
Piles of junk can create chaos in the home.
While digital rules the day, one wonders what information/communication mode will rule the day in 100 years.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Idle hands, as the saying goes, are the devil's workshop, but Mike Dewey had one too many to occupy his and the choice he made still makes him smile.
This is the time of year when we all do a little moving, at least to the great outdoors. Even if you don't really get away this summer, create an enjoyable and relaxing outdoor space at home.
The seeds are up and it appears the germination rate was high. Now is the time to remove some of the seedlings so the plants will thrive. Too many in one area will result in unproductive plants.
Putting a child on a diet may not be such a good idea.
If you don't need your life insurance policy any longer, are having a difficult time keeping up with the premium payments or could just use the money, a life settlement is an option worth considering.
State and federal laws that create work place rights almost always include a prohibition against retaliation.
Bruce Stambaugh shares about Williamsburg, Va, then and now.
Dispel the rumors and plant one of the more underrated garden vegetables. Radishes tend to be a like or hate crop. If you like them, plant them in great abundance. If you think you hate them try them cooked instead of raw for a big difference in taste and texture.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
When I was born my mom named me in hopes I would never have a nickname, but that didn't happen, because nicknames always happen. And now Grandmas want nicknames, too?
Columnist Bruce Glick summarizes happenings in the local birding world. This week Bruce gives an update on the spring migration.
Do you feel like you're being swallowed whole by the clutter in your home? Regain the order we all need to make your home peaceful once again.
Bruce Stambaugh writes about the potentially unnoticed colors of spring.
Jodi Nisly Hertzler writes about her childhood and that of her own children.
In this Law You Can Use, the role of a guardian ad litem is explained.
A weekend at the beach turns out to be something that could change Mike Dewey's life forever ... or not. It's up to you.
A wide variety of medical alert systems are on the market today that can help keep elderly seniors safe, while living in their own home.
Salmonella can be found in 1 of about every 20,000 eggs, so it's important to cook eggs properly.
Poison ivy can lead to an annoying and sometimes dangerous rash on the skin. Complete avoidance is not always possible and sometimes removal is the only way to prevent contact with the plant.
Following a divorce, rights to children's school records are discussed.
If you haven't already done so, you need to inform your kids and the executor of your will of your financial situation so there are no surprises after you die.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
When his wife, without warning, buys a new car, Mike Dewey heads into Hitchcock country and discovers that what he thinks he knows, he doesn't.
When blossoms fall from trees in spring, they cover the ground below in a perfect circle, and when breezes blow, they scatter like snow in a storm in spring.
Efforts to reduce trans fats in foods seem to be having an effect, according to a recent study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Columnist Bruce Glick summarizes happenings in the local birding world. This week he shares more from his recent birding trip to southern California.
The best part of the Easter story is the resurrection of Jesus giving us hope for all time.
Bruce Stambaugh shares about connecting the dots to get from Ohio to Virginia.
Despite herself, all monies were raised for her kids to go to Disney. Is there a way to make fundraising a more enjoyable thing? Read on as Melissa talks about the foibles of fundraising.
It had been a long, long time since Mike Dewey had been to a rock concert - the late 90s - and getting back, belonging and belting it out made him feel better than he has in forever.
Columnist Bruce Glick summarizes happenings in the local birding world. This week he shares from his recent birding trip to southern California.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Happiness is the greatest of all treasures; if you find a life-long friend to share that happiness with then shout, Finders Keepers. I am shouting.
Michelle Sinclair doesn't regret hiking Ben Nevis, but does regret treating it like a Sunday afternoon hike.
If you don't want people to know your business, don't put it in cyberspace.
Fracking is a method of recovering or extracting natural gas from deep shale formations and has been used since the 1940s.
Getting enough calcium is essential. Muscles, nerves, blood vessels - every cell of the body - all rely on calcium.
Bruce Stambaugh writes about the rejuvenation of Secrest Arboretum.
Sharing can lead to savings when we offer what we have to others in their pursuit of the perfect garden. Everything from tools, seeds and plants can be shared to keep costs down and relationships growing.
If approached by someone you suspect may be a scam promoter, contact the local IRS Taxpayer Assistance Center.
Here's a breakdown of what vaccines the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends for adults age 50 and older, and how they're covered by Medicare.
Should you incorporate all the food groups at every meal?
Certain exercises can help ease the pain of osteoarthritis.
Columnist Bruce Glick summarizes happenings in the local birding world. This week he shares about his recent birding trip to southern California.
Spring is here so let's get on the stick and get to picking up those sticks; the unwanted souvenirs of a winter's day.
The last time Mike Dewey saw a rock concert, it was when he was in his mid-40s. Now, closing in on 60, he's beginning to realize what so many of you have told him: Get busy livin' or get busy dyin'. Well, that's actually Dylan, but you get the idea.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Dirt under her fingernails is not Melissa Herrera's idea of an excellent afternoon.
Unseasonably warm weather is prompting gardeners to get outside. Be cautious, however. It is too early to plant tender plants like tomatoes and peppers. You can safely start some lettuce, radishes and carrots, though.
Bruce Stambaugh shares about part of the success of being married 41 years.
Balance is very important in our lives.
Welcome, friends, to the 2012 Presidential Campaign.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
There is some tax relief for adult children caring for their aging parents.
Columnist Bruce Glick relates happenings in the birding world. This week Bruce explores the little-known world of the Black Swift.
Though he's not suffering from a Samson complex, Mike Dewey is no fan of haircuts, and this week, he tries to makes sense of a phobia that's been his companion since he became a teenager.
When the dinner bell rings, large families will always have someone running to the house, but for an all adult family of four, no one runs to the door anymore.
Bruce Stambaugh writes about celebrating spring's arrival, even if winter was mild.
Missy talks dinner and what to do when the kids say there's nothing in the fridge.
Lee Ann Miller has been thinking a lot about the direction of life lately,
Thyroid cancer is one of the fastest growing cancers today. This disease effects more women than men and may be linked to radiation used during routine X-rays, as well as other forms of radiation.
Columnist Bruce Glick summarizes happenings in the local birding world. This month is the best time to find migrating waterfowl.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Although the evidence that citrus fruit or other sources of vitamin C can stave off the common cold is somewhat sketchy, citrus fruit has numerous other health benefits that make getting a daily dose of citrus a smart idea.
A cookie like the Oreo deserves a national birthday, and as Americans we love a celebration. No doubt the Oreo birthday cake will include Oreo cookies.
Baseball's off-season offers hibernation and a chance to greet the coming of the spring, as Mike Dewey discovers yet again when he frees his face of foliage.
After 35 years of being self-employed, taking a job has been a real life change.
Some weeds, believe it or not, are good for the environment. It's the pesky ones in the controlled habitat that is the garden that drive us crazy. Tackle weeds now so there are fewer to control when the garden is planted.
Is childcare and juggling schedules easier or harder today with all the techno gadgets available to parents?
Clearly, Mike Dewey hasn't been getting enough sleep, but that doesn't prevent him from sharing his dreams with his readers. It's, well, kind of exhausting.
Bruce Stambaugh shares about visiting the grandkids.
No one wants to admit how much they really spend on groceries, or actually throw away. We've become a nation of wasters.
Video calling is a wonderful way to stay connected and get that important face-to-face time with family and friends.
Retiring Wayne County Sheriff endorses Charles Hardman as the next Wayne County Sheriff.
Jim Miller gives tips on how to save money on prescription drugs.
Want to know a secret? Teri Stein tells all in an effort to end a certain form of human suffering from something that affects us all. Shhh, don't tell.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Tami Lange has lost the ability to sleep through the night, and there's not a lot going on at 3 a.m.
Bruce Stambaugh shares about the gem he discovered while on vacation.
Bruce Glick is very impressed with the new National Geographic field guide.
Processed packaged foods may be a dinner lifesaver for some, but when you read the list of ingredients on the nutrition label, one wonders where the real nutrition is?
Sodium can hide in foods we would never think of as being high-salt.
School mornings were never favorite times, but since returning to work, they've gotten even more difficult.
Try to ignore the overwhelming amount of garden junk marketed to us this time of year, when we tire of being indoors and long for the earthy scent of seeds and soil. Once the garden is in full swing, the cheap embellishments intended to personalize the garden just get it in the way.
February 1912 - News from Wooster, Ohio and the surrounding communities.
Writer expresses support for Captain Charles Hardman for Wayne County Sheriff.
American Cancer Society needs your help to start a new program in Wayne County.
This Letter to the Editor asks for support for Travis Hutchinson in the campaign for Wayne County Sheriff.
With women having longer life expectancy than man, it's important to understand the benefits associated with Social Security.
There are many money-making opportunities you can do at home.
In this Letter to the Editor, Charles Hardman is qualified to be an effective, experienced leader as the next Wayne County Sheriff.
In this Letter to the Editor, the writer states that Charles Hardman is the most qualified candidate for sheriff.
There's quite a bit of evidence to back up the notion that eating a healthy breakfast is a wise idea.
Many of us don't know the wonderful gifts that having ADHD frequently brings with it.
It is time to prepare for the first spring seed-starting duties. Break out the flats and lower the shop light so seeds get off to a good start. It won't be long before they will be headed to the garden, where they will flourish to provide you with four seasons of food.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Columnist Bruce Glick summarizes happenings in the local birding world. This week Bruce reports on the rare sighting of a Dickcissel near Berlin.
When eating dinner at home or ordering from a restaurant menu some foods are just better when served with its paired accompaniments; side dishes and condiments are expected. Pancakes need butter and syrup and sausage links, french fries need salt and ketchup and a cheeseburger.
In this Letter to the Editor, voters are urged to select Travis Hutchinson as the new Wayne County Sheriff.
In this Letter to the Editor, the writer deems Charles Hardman the better choice.
In this Letter to the Editor, voters are urged to select Travis Hutchinson as the new Wayne County Sheriff.
In this Letter to the Editor, the writer is endorsing Travis Hutchinson for Wayne County Sheriff.
According to this Letter to the Editor, Captain Charlie Hardman is recognized as a true leader within the Wayne County Sheriff's Department
This Letter to the Editor states that it is important for the new sheriff to have specific firsthand experience.
In this Letter to the Editor, the writer is asking that voters elect Charles Hardman as sheriff.
This writer finds Charles Hardman to be the better choice for sheriff.
This Letter to the Editor expresses the opinion that Charles Hardman is the best candidate for sheriff.
This Letter to the Editor expresses support for Charles Hardman for sheriff.
Melissa Herrera has failed, at least in couponing recently.
Karen Wlson explains the pantry principle.
Bruce Stambaugh shares his thoughts on leap day.
There are several alternatives to hiring a debt settlement company.
A cold snap steels Mike Dewey's resolve not to use the furnace this winter and triggers memories of a time when such a foolhardy notion was quite common.
There's no defined cutoff age for being an organ donor, as many people well into their 80s donate.
Columnist Bruce Glick summarizes happenings in the local birding world. This week Bruce gives an update on upcoming birding events.
Safely walking and biking to school is everyone's opportunity and responsibility.
Do you remember when potato chips, crackers, and marshmallows came in a metal can? Today the process of preparing our favorite snack foods has added a lot of vocabulary word ingredients to their natural flavors. Stick with the basic: popcorn.
The best bet for good health remains a varied, balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables and whole grains along with low-fat dairy, lean protein and healthful oils.
In this week's Savvy Senior column, Jim Miller explains how to help elderly drivers limit or stop driving
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Every state has recognized a juvenile's right to be competent before proceeding with a juvenile adjudication.
All young people make mistakes and Mike Dewey was certainly not immune, as the conclusion of his indoor basketball adventures indicates.
The spiritual/mental benefits of walking go beyond the physical for Melodie Davis. Walking is a great opportunity to pray, meditate and just free your mind to explore new thoughts, ideas and brainstorms.
Have you ever stopped to remember how you came to love gardening? If you grew up with a garden it is likely you will find pleasure in it later in life. Even though you know the work is difficult and failure is inevitable, it allows us a little self-sufficiency.
Bruce Stambaugh shares about why he likes the word vacation.
Melissa Herrera shares her struggles with saving money.
Mild temperatures have become the norm for the region this winter and with that, comes a probability of more bugs this spring. Gardeners can plan ahead to control insects naturally with the use of homemade sprays or powders that are safe for humans and pets, planting plant species that attract...
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Elder abuse an immense and often hidden problem that all Americans need to be aware of.
This week's Law You Can Use discusses the different types of bankruptcies to consider.
Don't let the weather fool you, confirm the season by frequent calendar checks. Even the almanac can set you straight when Ohio weather directs your attention away from winter.
Is chocolate really good for you?
Psalm 23 describes rest as restoring your soul. It is that vital to our existence.
Columnist Bruce Glick summarizes happenings in the local birding world. This week Bruce writes about more rare birds discovered during an amazing January.
Technically, it was bad behavior, but when he was a high school senior, Mike Dewey was still coming to terms with the consequences of what he imagined to be innocent fun.
It may be cold outside, but Melissa has warm thoughts about the upcoming garage sale season.
Bruce Stambaugh writes about nature, weather, hobbies and people, often using personal experiences. Much to their dismay, he also writes about his family. He uses humor and pathos when he can't think of anything else to include.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
If you receive monthly Social Security or SSI payments, you received a 3.6 percent cost-of-living adjustment beginning with your payment for the month of January 2012.
The U.S. EPA and all 50 states have a wide variety of water pollution laws that prohibit a person from allowing oil to spill from tanks into streams, lakes and other water bodies.
Canned salmom-Does it have the same health benefits from omega-3 fatty acids?
Tami Lange has seen fighting robots, tail-less dolphins and one-armed surfers and has left the theater a bit happier because of it.
Ohioan's have a love-hate relationship with winter. We love the beauty of the freshly fallen, but hate the salted, slushy aftermath. And in the middle of a summer heat wave, we miss the snow.
This Savvy Senior column includes a breakdown of the 2011 income tax filing requirements, along with a few other tax tips to help you determine if you need to file.
Columnist Bruce Glick summarizes happenings in the local birding world. This week Bruce writes about more rare birds discovered during this unusual January.
It's never too late to figure out the most obvious things in life and, as Mike Dewey discovers, it can be a lot of fun.
Unseasonably warm temperatures this winter has allowed some spring bulbs to make an early appearance. Another cold spell should put them back into dormancy and they will bloom in the spring as expected.
Bruce Stambaugh shares about birding.
We've become a nation of labels, brands, and taglines.
Missy touts some great websites for those who love to read magazines but cringe at the subscription prices.
Bruce Stambaugh shares about the many benefits of a fireplace.
With a child about to turn 13, Karen Wilson looks ahead at what she would like him to master before he leaves home.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Which airlines offer the best discounts to budget conscious seniors? Check these tips from Jim Miller.
Consumers who receive electric services from rural electric cooperatives do have rights, which are outlined in this article.
Columnist Bruce Glick summarizes happenings in the local birding world. This week Bruce writes about some unusual January birds.
The sight of fall flowers still standing strong against winter's perilous chill has Mike Dewey smiling as he reflects on Christmas decorations, a full moon and the political landscape as Twenty Twelve rolls on.
A lot of Ohio grandparents spend winter months in Florida, yet they can't get away from knowing; knowing the weather where their children live and the perfect time to call and share Florida temps. Nice.
How much should my children be eating? Portion control important for toddlers.
It reminded me of the peaceful feeling I also get when putting away the explosion of Christmas décor and getting our house back to normal. Things look cleaner, larger.
It is not too soon to begin thinking about and, in some cases, even planting lettuce. Choose varieties that are hard to find in the grocery store or that are best suited to your location. Not just nutritious, lettuce comes in a variety of colors that will add beauty to your garden.
Bruce Stambaugh writes about the strangeness of the 2012 calendar.
Financial solvency means that an individual can pay all bills on time with cash to spare.
My license had already expired! I had been driving illegally for two weeks! I had probably even been speeding or sliding through stop signs.
Tips on how to get personal and financial information organized before death.
A study recently published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicated that Americans flunk, getting an overall score of 57 percent on healthy eating.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Over the decades the grocery list has changed, but the purpose remains the same; to remember what we need and what we want. My grocery list is not my grandma's grocery list.
Columnist Bruce Glick summarizes happenings in the local birding world. This week Bruce reports on the Christmas Bird Counts as well as updates on early January birding.
Sometimes, meatloaf and a serving of mashed potatoes and gravy can make everything feel fine, though Mike Dewey prefers a delicacy his aunt called BB shots.
Tami Lange sees 2012 as a year of change.
In November 2009, Ohio voters amended Ohio's constitution, creating a 13-member Ohio Livestock Care Standards Board to establish standards governing the care and well-being of livestock and poultry in Ohio.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Bruce Stambaugh enjoys the beauty and people of his township.
If you're interested in exercising your brain but don't want to spend a lot of money, brain-training websites are a good place to start.
This Law You Can Use consumer information column reflects tax law information for the 2011 tax year (January through December 2011) being used to file 2011 tax year returns during the 2012 filing season.
Columnist Bruce Glick relates happenings in the birding world, with emphasis on the local Wayne/Holmes area. This week Bruce shares some birding results for the first week of the new year.
Lots of pessimism exists as Twenty Twelve arrives and Mike Dewey does his best to find some reason to remain optimistic. It's not an easy time for any of us, is it?
It may seem like time for spring clean-up in our yards these past few days, and folks have been out tidying up. Hopefully some of that time was for real winter prep.
I walked into our darkened church fellowship hall to the shouts of surprise as I slowly took in a nice small crowd of special friends and family.
Most Americans consume way too much sodium, and the body absorbs almost all of it.
Winter is the best time to move plants that need more light or have outgrown their space. Roses can be moved any time of year, but in winter they will experience less stress and recover more quickly even if the root system is disrupted.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Need financial and retirement advice? Check Jim Miller's information on how to obtain that advice and still not break your budget.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Melissa takes a candid look back at what she did right and wrong during the holiday shopping season.
Christmas may be over but the magic never runs out. I could use a little Christmas magic in my new year of 2012. There has got to be leftover Christmas magic somewhere.
It's not an easy time of year, but it can be illuminating as Mike Dewey discovers, ruminating and reflecting, figuring out what comes next: It'll be fine, trust him.
Bruce Stambaugh shares about his goals for 2012.
A new year brings with it the promise of a bountiful garden full of delicious and nutritious fruits, vegetables and herbs, a colorful array of flowers that will attract the most discriminating pollinators and a workload that requires dedication in all kinds of weather. Make a list of garden...
So what will life be like in 100 years? I heard recently that someone is taking applications for future astronauts who want to go to Mars.
Eating more fruits and vegetables can help prevent stroke.
Both the Fourth Amendment and the Ohio Constitution protect from unreasonable government searches and seizures.
Many birders will be planning birding trips for 2012, even if it means only birding locally.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture changed its recommendation for cooking pork last year. Check this Chow Line column to find the latest information.
Senate Bill 17, which became effective Sept. 30, 2011, allows people who have permits to carry concealed firearms into business establishments, such as restaurants and bars, which sell alcoholic beverages.
Because of low reimbursement rates and greater paperwork hassles, many doctors today have opted out of Medicare or they're not accepting new patients with Medicare coverage.
All folks like to be acknowledged by others for what they add to our daily lives. Sometimes even the people we meet when crossing short paths are worth the few moments we share.
The holidays are an especially difficult time for any family who has lost a loved one in the past year.
Dick Farrell writes on his opinion of the Browns.
Melissa Herrera talks about her poor money management habits and how to combat them in the New Year.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Columnist Bruce Glick relates happenings in the birding world, with emphasis on the local Wayne/Holmes area. This week it's time to check out the annual Millersburg Christmas Bird Count.
Seriously, unless it's the President or the Pope or my neurosurgeon, there is no way any call is so important that I need to risk my life and the lives of my passenger and other motorists.
Plant an indoor herb garden. Pinching off leaves here and there will keep the plant in a constant state of growth and your recipes will taste better and be more nutritious when you cook with herbs. The potted plants can be placed in the garden this spring when the temperature warms.
Bruce Stambaugh shares his picks for the most overlooked news items of 2011.
Because of low reimbursement rates and greater paperwork hassles, many doctors today have opted out of Medicare or they're not accepting new patients with Medicare coverage.
A consensual encounter occurs when a police officer approaches you and engages you in conversation, but you remain free not to answer and to walk away.
Traditional families, classic movies, internal doubts, external realities: It all comes home in Mike Dewey's annual Christmas column.
Letting foods cool at room temperature is risky. But so is putting a large, bulky container of hot food into the refrigerator.
Treasures from local Holmes County historian and collector, Brooks Harris.
A journey of coupon/thrift/saving madness.
It just wouldn't be Christmas without the tree, according to Bruce Stambaugh.
Brian Questel talks violent behavior in sports.
Using things from your backyard or garden can be the answer to decorating with natural elements without spending a fortune. Pine, fir and cedar branches look great and smell like Christmas. Garlands and wreaths are easy to make and can dress up your holiday home.
Christmas is a busy time of year, so busy we all end up missing something; something we should have noticed, someone we should have appreciated. Open your eyes to Christmas and give busy a rest.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Calculating an approximate number of how much you'll need to have saved for retirement is actually pretty easy and doesn't take long to do.
The federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act protects from unfair collection acts, including harassing calls and calls outside of normal business hours.
Wherever you find yourself this holiday season, remember to be thankful and share your cheerfulness with others. The two will go far in brightening the world around us.
Columnist Bruce Glick summarizes happenings in the local birding world. This week Bruce writes about the locally written and published birding journal.
Given his propensity for exaggeration, readers might find this Mike Dewey column a little hard to believe, but he swears that it's all true as he waits for a common cold to vanish into the seasonal sunset.
You don't have to throw the cheese ball under the bus in order to help your guests have a healthier holiday season.
Columnist Bruce Glick summarizes happenings in the local birding world. This week Bruce reports on a number of early December birding finds around the state.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Elves, Christmas angels, and Good Samaritans are out in full force this holiday season; maybe some of these fine folks live in your very own home. I hope so.
Treasures from local Holmes County historian and collector, Brooks Harris.
Christmas plants like poinsettia and Christmas cactus are not as difficult to care for as you might think. The right amount of water, light and the appropriate temperature will allow you to enjoy these plants well beyond Christmas.
The powers-to-be at Ohio State hope Urban Meyer can brush aside the turmoil that has swirled around the fabled program for the past 12 months and rebuild it.
Jodi Nisly Hertzler, guest columnist, admits that she gets a little goofy about all the holiday hoopla.
Bruce Stambaugh shares his thoughts on the really important gifts of Christmas.
Columnist Bruce Glick summarizes happenings in the local birding world. This week Bruce reports on a number of late November birding finds around the state.
While most people are familiar with guide dogs that help people who are blind or visually impaired, there are also a variety of assistance dogs trained to help people with physical disabilities, hearing loss and various medical conditions.
Federal credit protection laws exist to make sure you get fair treatment when you apply for credit.
It's all about the haves and have-nots ... nothing's changed in eons. Mike Dewey considers the age-old dichotomy while touring the world's largest house as it primps for Christmas.
Broccoli and cauliflower are both from the cabbage family, and offer many of the same nutrients and chemical compounds, some of which help prevent some types of cancer.
Your charitable gifts are necessary to the social fabric of this country.
So many beautiful trees decorate the stores, the churches and town squares, but the most beautiful of Christmas trees are in the homes of my Christmas memories.
Letter to the Editor expresses appreciation for kindness shown during family illness.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Good advice, and a good horse, help Rick Hill move to the next class in Cowboy Mounted Shooting
Treasures from local Holmes County historian and collector, Brooks Harris.
The common pill bug doesn't get much credit, even though he is one of the sure signs of a healthy garden. All too often the amazing creature that can curl itself up into a perfect little ball is seen as a pest, when in reality he is quite beneficial in the garden and in the wild.
Bruce Stambaugh shares about surviving his unhealthy year.
Melodie Davis presents her annual round up of books for various ages that look like they're worth recommending for Christmas gifts for children, parents, or grandparents.
Call me old-fashioned, but give me a map any day. A recent trip to Pittsburgh went horribly wrong and left me certain that I would rather do my own recalculating.
When he and his wife find themselves in the mountains of western North Carolina, Mike Dewey discovers a thing or two about Thanksgiving... and being thankful.
What will Medicare premiums and deductibles cost seniors in 2012?
Amendments to the Ohio Revised Code enacted June 9 provide for additional court protection for the state's military men and women who are sharing parental rights and responsibilities following the termination of marriage.
Food safety researchers say the most important precaution you can take is to wash your hands thoroughly, properly and often, especially when preparing and serving food.
Bruce Stambaugh recalls a true but unusual deer hunting story.
Late fall chores give us an excuse to get outdoors to enjoy the last warm days. It won't be long before the cold and snow arrive, making it more difficult to tackle outdoor tasks.
Columnist Bruce Glick summarizes happenings in the local birding world. This week Bruce reports on a super rare Black-tailed Gull in Ashtabula that is delighting birders from many states.
Rick reflects on his reasons to be thankful this year.
Running out of good ideas for gift giving, need simple creative suggestions; Daphne Ross has 12 ideas to get you started or to get you going, again.
Find out why having a good credit record matters in this week's Law You Can Use column.
Jim Miller provides some tips and resources that can help long-distance caregivers.
The CDC estimates that diabetes currently affects more than eight percent of the U.S. population - about one-fourth don't even know they have it. But if current trends continue, as many as one in three U.S. adults could have diabetes by 2050.
Is the next molester walking among us? How will we ever know?
Laughter is always a tonic, especially when it does no real harm. Mike Dewey exhumes a few old stories and casts his eyes into a better tomorrow, while there's still time to smile.
Karen Wilson offers organizational tips to help enjoy a stress-free holiday season this year.
Wooster the Way it Was - November 1911
Columnist Bruce Glick summarizes happenings in the local birding world. This week Bruce reports on a Nov. 12 birding trip to northeast Ohio.
Matt Reese will not be buying clothes or shoes for his wife this Christmas.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
For the last five years, Rick has been trying to figure out how to hunt pheasants off a horse. Although it might not seem like a big deal, Rick found that it is.
Seniors can guard against identity theft.
Know Medicaid rules before making real estate decisions.
An amazing night, an amazing sight: Mike Dewey shares the experience of waiting for his great niece's birth with a combination of humor and awe. So, gaze at the moon, listen to your heart and welcome a new life into the world.
Meat is not the only source of iron; many other foods are also rich in iron.
Bruce Stambaugh shares examples of thanking those who have made a difference.
There comes a time when the work of tending a garden becomes too difficult and we have to accept the sad fact we cannot do it any longer. Reach out to an aging gardener and perhaps you can help extend their time digging in the soil with a little assistance. Give them the gift of the garden.
Saying thank-you is like giving thanks, only it doesn't need to be expressed only on holiday occasions. A simple phrase, it can be given at the moment, or shared years down the road. It is never to late to say thank-you.
Treasures from local Holmes County historian and collector, Brooks Harris.
Most of us live with situations that are perhaps making do or, we hope, temporary, but can be looked at as a way to do more with less.
Columnist Bruce Glick summarizes happenings in the local birding world. This week Bruce reports on his first pelagic trip on Lake Erie.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Redundancy is, well, redundant and Mike Dewey goes to great lengths to prove his point in this, a tribute to friendship, disagreement and understanding.
Historical notes and antique auction prices from noted local historian and antiques collector Brooks Harris.
Just like we decorate our homes, we can decorate our gardens with comfy seating, bird baths, fountains and other accessories Proper care and storage of these accessories will allow them to last for years without sustaining damage from the harshness that is an Ohio winter.
A lot of things are coming down; plenty is going up. Don't forget about the dry ferns hanging on your front porch when you hang your garland, and don't ignore the sagging jack-o-lanterns when you put up your holiday tree.
Every person is a human being like us who loves his or her parents and children and country.
Medicare seldom pays for eye care, but there are other options available for low income seniors.
Bruce Stambaugh shares about a local nice guy, Greg Miller.
Is the enemy the one percent - or is it closer to home?
Replacing at least some of the saturated fat in our diet with unsaturated fat is a healthy choice.
Insurance companies that act in bad faith may be held liable for their actions.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Rick Hill has a lot of hunting activity on the schedule for the next few weeks.
Columnist Bruce Glick summarizes happenings in the local birding world. This week Bruce reports on a Nov. 1 birding trip in northeast Ohio.
As the calendar pages turn, and the seasons change, our habits shift as well. Prepare and expect what the days ahead will ultimately present.
It's something everyone wrestles with, the idea that you can't stop time, let alone turn it back as if it were some sort of computer-generated game. Mike Dewey stares down time, face to face, and hopes for the best.
Does alcohol consumption have an effect on weight gain?
Get your kids away from the TV and help them use their imagination to play new games.
Historical notes and antique auction prices from noted local historian and antiques collector Brooks Harris.
E-check is the name of Ohio EPA's vehicle emissions testing program. The program started in Ohio in 1996 as a means to identify vehicles that emit an excessive amount of air pollutants.
Although funerals can be expensive, there are ways to plan ahead and control your costs.
Bruce Stambaugh wonders if a person's name really matters.
It is time for the garden and the gardener to take a much needed rest. For the next several months, the garden will be quiet and, except for the occasional visit from wildlife, relatively lonely as fall unfolds into winter. It won't take long though and the gardener will already be planning next...
Two hummingbirds banded at the same feeder Oct. 22.
Two hummingbirds banded at the same feeder Oct. 22.
Jon Ansel endorses Dave Todaro for judge in the Wayne County Municipal Court.
It was a great summer for the roses, but inevitable frosts will put them into a dormant stage for the winter. Take a moment to get the roses ready for their winter nap by removing dead wood, watering and mulching to keep the root system warm. You'll be rewarded with another show of roses next...
Some hear the call of the wild; others hear the call of potato salad in the fridge. The appliance we all require has voices that tug us there and pull our reach in. Daphne Ross shares what her food storage unit is saying.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Historical notes and antique auction prices from noted local historian and antiques collector Brooks Harris.
Bruce Stambaugh wonders what has happened to the Halloween he knew.
What does sugar intake have to do with high triglycerides?
For Mike Dewey and his wife, October means another visit to the Outer Banks, a place they have come to love over the last 15 years. This time, though, their preparations are distinctly different.
Holidays can bring on stress as well as joy.
Are there alternatives to "knock down drag out" divorces?
Jim Miller gives seniors a few tips for finding a good contractor.
Tami Lange tackles the idea that no matter how you say it, some meanings never change.
Wooster High honors a select group into its Hall of Fame.
A Wooster resident writes a letter to the editor about the importance of voting in the November election.
Columnist Bruce Glick attempts each week to summarize happenings in the birding world. Emphasis is on the local Wayne/Holmes area. This week he rides the County Line Trail. Find out more in the Gone Birding column.
In this Chow Line, Martha Filipic discusses bacteria found on fresh produce and how to stay safe.
Rick Hill enjoys all the activities he can this autumn.
A birthday can put you in a place of reminiscence, yet the reality is that sharing is no longer considered story telling, it's called history.
Historical notes and antique auction prices from noted local historian and antiques collector Brooks Harris.
In this Law You Can Use, an overview on extradition is explained.
This week's Savvy Senior column lists some key foods for a healthy diet for older diabetics.
Bruce Stambaugh writes about fall's other icon, the pumpkin. Stambaugh writes about nature, weather, hobbies and people, often using personal experiences. Much to their dismay, he also writes about his family. He uses humor and pathos when he can't think of anything else to include.
Sometimes, the simplest forms of affection are the most effective, a lesson that Mike Dewey learns as he plants fall flowers.
Guest columnist Jodi Nisly Hertzler writes about her marriage, as well as her brothers, and how despite the differences, they are still happy.
Black walnuts are becoming ripe this time of year. They'll stay in the tree until the first frost. Harvest them now or as soon as they fall. Once husked and cleaned, walnuts can be dried and cured and will store well for months or even years if frozen.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
A letter to the editor concerning budget cuts in the Wooster City School District.
Bruce Stambaugh compares the turning of leaves in the fall to life's changes.
If there's not enough news to cover 24 hours, why do we have news on for 24 hours? Why not maybe, an hour or so?
Itching for a change of seasons, Mike Dewey does battle against an infestation of mutant mosquitoes. In a post-Irene landscape, though, it's clear that only a dead-solid freeze will kill 'em off.
Harvest and store pumpkins for up to three months so they can be used in the kitchen when they are no longer available at farmers markets or grocery stores and canned simply won't do. Nutritious and delicious pumpkins can be used in soups, stews, breads and pies.
Historical notes and antique auction prices from noted local historian and antiques collector Brooks Harris.
If you're having trouble making ends meet, loan modification may be an option.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Rick Hill and his wife have a wonderful anniversary with friends, family and ole Bufford.
Apples offer plenty of nutritional punch.
Columnist Bruce Glick summarizes happenings in the birding world with emphasis on the local Wayne/Holmes area. This week Bruce reports on the birding event called The Big Sit.
The palette of the season and the welcoming aromas in the air are high intensity in this part of the country. Daphne Ross details the elements of the fall season from her five acres of township earth.
There is beauty in the autumn season. We all know it, but do we all see it, feel it, and appreciate it? Daphne Ross encourages us all to take a piece of the earth and walk into it every day. Breathe deep.
Advice and information on tax scams that target seniors and other Social Security recipients.
How to pick the best Medicare prescription drug plan.
Bruce Stambaugh shares about the creativity of children.
Some plants that have enjoyed, and in some cases endured, the heat of summer can be brought indoors where they can beautify your home, keep indoor air cleaner and be a reminder of the days of summer. Garden plants become house plants when enough light is available to keep them happy.
Historical notes and antique auction prices from noted local historian and antiques collector Brooks Harris.
Just like breakfast cereals, all snack bars are not made the same. Take the time to check the Nutrition Facts before purchasing any type of granola bar.
The week of Oct. 16-22 is National Save for Retirement Week and is designed to promote awareness about the importance of saving for retirement.
Columnist Bruce Glick attempts each week to summarize happenings in the birding world. Emphasis is on the local Wayne/Holmes area. This week Bruce reports on an amazing weekend of birding.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Unlike some people, Mike Dewey isn't unwilling to let go of summer; in fact, the advent of autumn brings a smile to his face and creates in him a sense of better things to come.
The Freshman 15 weight gain students worry about when leaving for college is largely a myth.
Historical notes and antique auction prices from noted local historian and antiques collector Brooks Harris.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Bruce Stambaugh shares about why birding is so popular.
New extra-strength flu vaccine available for seniors this year.
The Jones Act includes a provision to give rights to injured seamen.
Fifth grade goes by fast. You better study or it might just pass you by.
Bruce Glick writes about the birds, especially those found in Ohio and around our local area. This week he reports on a trip to northeast Ohio and the harbor at Conneaut.
Various studies and anecdotal evidence suggests differences in the way that men and women invest.
It is funny how little children can sometimes teach the most important lessons, something Mike Dewey reaffirms after a week on the beach with the newest member of the family.
Opportunities present themselves often, but acting on those opportunities are not always good decisions. Childhood lessons are learned by innocent behaviors turned oh so wrong.
As parents, sometimes we make an impact even when we don't realize it.
Bruce Stambaugh thinks fall is the plum of the year.
Fall has officially arrived and it is only a matter of time until she stuns us with her gorgeous colors. After the show, however, there will be countless leaves to address. Consider mulching or composting instead of raking, blowing and especially bagging. You'll add nutrients to the soil and...
Putting money into a Roth IRA can help the grandkids out in the future.
Rick Hill explains why he hasn't caught his dove limits yet this season.
In this week's Law You Can Use, underinsured motorist coverage is defined and explained.
Columnist Bruce Glick writes about the birds, especially those found in our local communities. This week he recounts a recent experience with a rare bird from the west that showed up locally.
Times are always changing, and the schedules of growing family members have chipped away at carved-in-stone mealtimes. Eating together is a treasured time.
Melodie Davis talks about Family Dinner Day, Sept. 26.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Historical notes and antique auction prices from noted local historian and antiques collector Brooks Harris.
Salads are great, but elaborate salads may add a lot more fat and calories than you realize.
Anticipating his first round of golf in many years, Mike Dewey ruminates on his star-crossed history with the game and comes to some idiosyncratic conclusions, imagining stakes pounded into the ground and hula hoops.
Historical notes and antique auction prices from noted local historian and antiques collector Brooks Harris.
Seasons come and go, and as Ohioans, we know a change of season is always right around the corner. Embrace what you love of the present, prepare for what lies ahead.
Deep cleaning may remind people of the need to do that kind of spiritual cleansing as well. This does not involve physical work, but it is great to engage in this mental work while you do physical work: to contemplate areas of your life you haven't spent time examining for a while
Sometimes stuff is just stuff and other times, it's so much more.
Often considered. never reprised - until now - it's the return of the Name Chain and, after more than 20 years, Mike Dewey invites his faithful readers to go with the flow once more.
If living for carpool is something you never thought you'd say, then keep reading for some good reasons to embrace this time-saving form of community for parents.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Rick Hill will be doing some extensive traveling during the next few weeks with the Cowboy Mounted Shooting.
Bruce Glick writes about the birds and birding.
There is some evidence that indicates a diet high in red meat - and even more, processed red meat - could increase the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes.
Uninsured motorist coverage a good idea even though Ohio law requires all drivers to have proof of financial responsibility.
When we lower our expectations and give up on the perfect gardens we see in magazines, our own garden doesn't seem so pathetic when it helps put food on the table and keep stress at bay. Do what you can and you will be rewarded.
Bruce Stambaugh says to celebrate your empty nest.
Craig Stambaugh writes a guest column, centering around his experience with Hurricane Irene in his home state of Virginia.
There are options for healthier, lower-calorie meals even at fast-food restaurants - you just have to pay attention and make the best choices for you and your family.
What we expect every day to be is not always how the day turns out. A straight ahead approach through the next 24 hours should always turn a curve or two.
Columnist Bruce Glick writes about the birds, especially those found locally here in our part of Ohio.
It's time to get ready for bow season, and to get the shotgun out of the closet.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Historical notes and antique auction prices from noted local historian and antiques collector Brooks Harris.
The key to keeping squash bugs under control is destroying eggs and young bugs before they have a chance to take over the cucurbits in the garden. Pay close attention in spring and keep the garden extra neat and tidy in fall to prevent them from overwintering successfully.
Bruce Stambaugh recalls the various lights of his September 11, 2001 experience.
When parents cannot agree on custody, they may turn to a court of law to make decisions for them.
Telemarketing fraud is a big problem in the United States, particularly among seniors who tend to be the most vulnerable and frequently targeted.
Hurricane Irene knocked down a lot of things, but not Mike Dewey's steadfast belief in a better tomorrow.
Want to move but have too much stuff? Jim Miller offers some tips on downsizing.
Rick Hill decided that in the interest of keeping all the readers happy, he will not discuss the mounted shoot in Ashtabula last weekend, and will proceed directly to the subject of killing small animals and fish.
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act requires schools to provide positive behavioral interventions and supports for students with disabilities when behavior impedes their learning or the learning of others.
Bruce Glick writes about the birds, with special emphasis on the local area.This week a rare Anhinga showed up in Holmes County.
As Hurricane Irene threatens the North Carolina coast, Mike Dewey examines the situation, the preparations and is reminded of Bogart and Bacall, all with an eye on watching out what you wish for.
Daphne Ross is ready for the Wayne County Fair to begin, and notes how what she looks forward to at the fair has changed over the years.
Magnesium plays a crucial role in the body, helping to regulate blood sugar and blood pressure, maintaining normal nerve and muscle functions, and contributing to bone health.
Historical notes and antique auction prices from noted local historian and antiques collector Brooks Harris.
After 9/11, the best thing that happened is that so many of us felt closer, felt bonded through adversity, and reached out to our neighbors - even across racial and religious lines - the same thing that happens after natural disasters.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
If the government wants us to kick the habit, it should kick the habit of relying on taxing tobacco.
While they won't kill most trees they infest, the fall webworm is ugly and will make your trees esthetically displeasing. Preventing eggs from hatching in spring and destroying survivors in the fall will help you get fall webworms under control without the use of chemnicals.
Bruce Stambaugh experienced two lifetime firsts in one day.
A letter to the editor on the impact of federal spending cuts on current and retired federal employees.
Columnist Bruce Glick writes about the birds, especially those found here in our part of Ohio.
Keep your flower beds colorful as summer fades to fall with a variety of mums in colors like red, orange, yellow and purple. Proper watering and spacing will keep mums looking fresh until the first frost.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Pet owners have some recourse under the law if their animals are injured or killed by a neighbor or in a kennel.
When children know what to expect, it makes their day, and yours, much easier.
Night time thunderstorms only rattle the dog cage; the kids no longer call out for mommy or daddy. Times have changed, we knew they would.
Food safety after a power outage should be determined by the hands of the clock, not the smell.
Historical notes and antique auction prices from noted local historian and antiques collector Brooks Harris.
Understanding autism can be difficult, especially for those who have never had to deal with it.
Grandparents love to give gifts of money to their grandchildren, but they need to make sure they are taking care of their retirement goals first.
PAD happens when the arteries that carry blood to the legs and feet become narrowed or clogged over the years with fatty deposits or plaque, causing poor circulation.
Looks like it is going to be two straight days of Chinese takeout for Mike Dewey, who stares an ethical dilemma in the face and then, when the cell phone rings, resolves it.
Bruce Stambaugh believes August is a quiet month.
Roy Bates Celebration Day one of remembrance for family and friends.
Historical notes and antique auction prices from noted local historian and antiques collector Brooks Harris.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Under certain circumstances, a service dog may be allowed in a school setting.
A recent study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that Americans who eat a diet high in sodium and low in potassium have a 50 percent increased risk of death from any cause, and about twice the risk of death from heart attacks.
Reading to children at bedtime may become a treasured family ritual.
What's the bottom line?
An unexpected car repair and the impending end of summer create in Mike Dewey's mind a scenario for optimism in an uncertain time. We're all lucky, he suggests, as the storm clouds gather.
Back-to-school days are upon us, and in the Ross house, the end of those days is near. With a daughter graduated from college and a son in his last year of high school, school days are numbered, but the memories are still counted.
Rick Hill is looking forward to the fall hunting seasons, but will he have time to participate?
Bruce Glick writes mainly about the birds but the last three months he has been traveling in Alaska.
Summer is just showing signs of fading into fall and there is plenty to do in the garden. Harvesting, tidying up and even planting new cooler weather crops will keep you busy as you enjoy the cooler days that make gardening more enjoyable than ever.
Bruce Stambaugh writes about how sweet corn and the grandchildren arrive simultaneously.
Matt Reese discusses the experience he and his daughter had at an interesting sheep show.
Bruce Glick has been traveling in Alaska this summer but headed for home last week. Along the way there have been birds and scenery to keep him busy.
Historical notes and antique auction prices from noted local historian and antiques collector Brooks Harris.
If you start each day with a full pitcher of kindness, it will remain full when you turn in. A never empty pitcher is needed for all the empty cups around the world.
Melodie Davis discusses her father's influence on her own personality in this week's Another Way.
Deciding when to start taking Social Security benefits is a major decision for your financial future.
Learn how to respond to a debt collection lawsuit
Live music lives forever, whether it's played by the Rolling Stones or the Hot Buttered Grits, a lesson is driven home when Mike Dewey finally ventures back into a world that always welcomes him.
It is important to try different tactics to maintain your weight loss.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Each day a large harvest is coming out of the garden. Knowing when to pick and when to leave fruits and vegetables on the plant can make the difference in a tasty harvest or one that is not quite ripe or even overripe.
Bruce Stambaugh describes how disasters can bring out the best in the community.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
A balanced budget is an impossible dream, let alone paying back the 14, soon to be 17, trillion dollar debt.
Bruce Glick is visiting Alaska this summer and reports this week on birds and mammals encountered.
The Ross family thanks their gardening neighbors for all their hard work in the rows; planting, hoeing, weeding, pruning and harvesting are appreciated actions at their dinner table.
Melodie Davis finds a moral hidden within her gardening angst this year: Things are not always what they look like.
Historical notes and antique auction prices from noted local historian and antiques collector Brooks Harris.
Money cannot buy you happiness, according to columnist Tami Lange.
Sometimes, what a person hears isn't exactly what was said and, as Mike Dewey finds out, that can lead to some communication complications.
Americans tend to consume more calories than we used to, from both food and beverages. Portion sizes have increased incredibly in recent years, and there's ample evidence that when adults have more food in front of them, they tend to eat more.
There are many opportunities for retirees who want to go back to school.
What to do if sued by a debt buyer.
Tomatoes are all coming ripe at once in the garden in August. Take time to preserve some for use later on. Try drying tomatoes for a unique taste you can add to recipes throughout the winter.
Bruce Stambaugh shares about his love affair with baseball.
Workers over the age of 55 have several places to turn to in their job search.
Bruce Glick is still in Alaska, reporting on birding in that part of the world.
The expectations for a returning favorite on the fair food menu is high along with a reunion of familiar faces, and county fair fun at every corner; this is the hope of Daphne Ross as she plans her trip across the grounds.
Historical notes and antique auction prices from noted local historian and antiques collector Brooks Harris.
Melodie Davis discusses the importance of staying positive, without complaints, in everyday life.
MyPlate.gov offers ideas for vegan diets in this week's Chow Line.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Our life experiences and how we perceive them shape us forever.
A franchise owner may have some recourse against the franchiser if the business does not succeed.
A wretched novel and a bargain-priced pizza bring out the philosopher in Mike Dewey, who attempts to comes to grips with the puzzle of anything that's guaranteed.
Protect the garden from high heat for continued harvests that will last until fall. Proper watering, mulching, feeding and shading can be beneficial when temperatures get into the nineties. It is difficult to work in the garden when the heat and humidity are unbearable, but the harvest will be your...
Bruce Stambaugh writes about nature, weather, hobbies and people, often using personal experiences. Much to their dismay, he also writes about his family. He uses humor and pathos when he can't think of anything else to include.
Historical notes and antique auction prices from noted local historian and antiques collector Brooks Harris.
Family reunions are traditional events this time of year, and so are the wildlife gatherings picnicking under apple trees at the home of Daphne Ross.
Bruce Glick is traveling in Alaska this summer. This week he reports on combat fishing on the Kenai River.
ALDs are very useful products that can help hearing-impaired people - with and without hearing aids - hear better.
Everyone needs someone special to provide guidance in their teenage and young adult years. For Rick Hill, it was his Uncle Charlie.
The rise in popularity of Facebook and Twitter has resulted in an unprecedented level of public discourse on employees' terms and conditions of employment.
When we've given it our best and it still comes down to a choice between our mental equilibrium and our paycheck, the paycheck might not actually be worth it.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Karen Wilson discusses some quick tips on how to stay rested and healthy with a busy family life.
Signs of, and how to control and get of, various types of pantry pests.
Human nature is complicated and, as much as Mike Dewey would like to simplify the whole thing, it's beyond his reach.
Oxheart tomatoes are impressive in size and come in a variety of colors. They are firm, meaty and juicy but have few seeds. Sliced on a sandwich, in a salad or even as a base for tomato sauce, Oxhearts are easy to grow and with the right amount of sun and water will be prolific all summer long.
Tami Lange discusses the court of opinion versus the court of law.
Bruce Stambaugh writes about nature, weather, hobbies and people, often using personal experiences. Much to their dismay, he also writes about his family. He uses humor and pathos when he can't think of anything else to include.
It's been more than a year since Daphne Ross baby-sat in her home, now several of her little friends have come back for a summer party. Everyone is happy, especially Happy Daffy.
Bruce Glick is traveling in Alaska.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Learn more about chair exercises for seniors.
Invest in the future of our children by becoming a 4-H advisor.
Learn about mayor's court in the Law You Can Use column this week.
Life is full of mysteries and Mike Dewey is determined to find the answer to at least one, but he needs your help.
Chow Line provides ideas for incorporating more whole grains, lean protein and dairy into your daily routine.
Melodie Davis reminds us that we need to cherish our relationships.
Historical notes and antique auction prices from noted local historian and antiques collector Brooks Harris.
Cabbage is easy to grow if you can keep the pests at bay. Cabbage worms are the larva of the Cabbage White Butterfly and they can do a lot of damage rather quickly. Preventing the butterflies from laying their eggs in the first place is the key to success.
Bruce Stambaugh explains what makes Lakeside, Ohio such an attractive destination.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Rick Hill continues to spend most of his free time practicing for Cowboy Mounted Shooting events.
Great vacation time doesn't mean you have to leave home to find it. Daphne Ross shares memories of her childhood summer vacations from state to state, and from yard to yard.
Historical notes and antique auction prices from noted local historian and antiques collector Brooks Harris.
Continuing to work after age 65 can affect your Medicare decisions.
It is one man's opinion, but here are the Top 10 drumming performances of all time as Mike Dewey brings down the curtain on another summer countdown.
Bruce Glick is traveling in Alaska this summer.
Add more, and different, fruit and vegetables to your diet.
You may not realize just how much a baseball team can teach you about other aspects of life - such as investing.
In addition to collecting stories from family, what else does it take to put together a coherent book about a family member? The Another Way column gives some tips.
In this column, Law You Can Use explains Ohio amusement centers and who regulates those businesses.
When was the last time you engaged in a good debate?
Second only to the tomato in commercial cultivation, the onion is popular worldwide. With more than 600 varieties to choose from, some are pungent while others are as sweet as an apple.
Bruce Stambaugh gets all the big words off his chest at once.
Historical notes and antique auction prices from noted local historian and antiques collector Brooks Harris.
Hammering in the early morning awakens in Mike Dewey the urge to count down the best drumming performances of all time.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
The Clutter Coach provides tips for an uncluttered vacation.
Robert Fenn highlights some of the things that can be easily done on Social Security's website.
Are vacation timeshares a paradise or a problem?
We all know healthy smiles have a lot to do with the food we eat. Daphne Ross tells how an honest smile has a lot to do with food, too; summertime foods make everyone wear a very happy face.
Bruce Glick is currently traveling in Alaska.
There are a lot of summer activities in the area that can include the family.
Find lots of ideas on how to add fruits and vegetables to your diet on the MyPlate website.
While there's no one simple solution to affordable dental care, there are a variety of options that can help cut your costs.
Can happiness be learned? Research today about the brain says you can practice becoming happier.
Commonly used to flavor pickles, dill can be used in a variety of recipes. One of the easiest herbs to grow in the garden, dill needs little care to thrive. Succession planting will provide you with fresh dill all summer long but it is just as easy to preserve it for later use.
Bruce Stambaugh relates how driving in Amish Country can be dangerous.
There is help for the overwhelmed with one little word. Stay tuned if you need to manage your time more effectively and live the life you were made for.
Choosing a nursing home for a loved one that provides quality care is an important and difficult decision that requires some homework.
Rick Hill tells us about Lucky Eddie, whom he met 25 years ago after being introduced by a mutual friend.
The National Export Initiative helps American companies sell goods overseas.
Daphne Ross has been writing her Country Cupboard column for Graphic Publications for 17 years. She lives in Plain Township with her husband of 29 years, Ronni, college graduate daughter April, and WCSCC senior Mason.
It's easy to put MyPlate into practice.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
When couples commit, there's a collision of competence. Mike Dewey examines this phenomenon by way of The Graduate, with bird baths and flowers, beef stroganoff and broken things made whole again.
Historical notes and antique auction prices from noted local historian and antiques collector Brooks Harris.
The straw that broke the camel's back? I am the camel and the straw was ... a straw.
You can safely and easily remove a bat from your home. Bats are such beneficial mammals there is rarely a need to kill one. A bat can eat 300-400 mosquitoes in a night, not to mention the other pests they eat that allow farmers to save billions of dollars on pesticides and crop losses each year.
Bruce Stambaugh describes what it was like to take a special walk.
Summer offers a wonderful opportunity for additional learning and keeping skills sharp.
Historical notes and antique auction prices from noted local historian and antiques collector Brooks Harris.
Dr. Ted Wymslo, director of the Ohio Department of Health, encourages Ohioans to get outside and enjoy summertime activities, but to do so safely.
Important as all the food groups are, the dairy group always stands out.
Bruce Glick is currently traveling in Alaska.
Hot times at the beach and Mike Dewey considers the reasons why some folks ignore nature's way of doing things.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Information on how working can affect Social Security benefits.
General information on the types of fireworks that can and cannot be purchased or set off in the state of Ohio.
Information on, and the benefits of, opening a Roth Individual Retirement Account.
Information on the protein gluten, found in wheat, barley, and rye, and why some people need to avoid it.
Returning to full-time employment can be a daunting task after many years as a stay-at-home mom.
If you've never seen a golden tortoise beetle you're missing out on one of Mother Nature's prettiest creatures. Slightly smaller than a ladybug, the golden tortoise beetle can be a pest, but if properly redirected, it can be an asset to the garden.
Bruce Stambaugh has to admit that he is his father's son.
Dick Farrell gives his opinion on Gov. Kasich, Dover High School, and Lance Cpl. Peter Clore.
Brooks Harris goes treasure hunting at area auctions.
Melodie Davis suggests questions to ask your father that maybe you never have.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
Information on what programs are available to help low-income seniors with Medicare costs and other expenses.
Rick Hill begins training Bufford for Cowboy Mounted Shooting events.
Some general information of some of the different types of bonds available for purchase.
Daphne Ross savors the early morning hours while walking the dog and enjoying her first cup of coffee.
Some of the health benefits of drinking coffee, including a decreased risk of developing prostate cancer.
When did our heroes turn to winning at all costs?
Information and advice on obtaining passports and dealing with medical issues for children while traveling.
It could be a Magical Mystery Tour for Mike Dewey and his wife, but he has serious reservations about making reservations.
It is too late to plant strawberries in the garden, but not too late to enjoy the fruits of the labor of local farmers. Purchase local strawberries for a taste that is the first sweet of summer. Preserve strawberries through freezing, drying or canning so you can enjoy them year-round.
Bruce Glick and his wife, Helen, are currently traveling to Alaska where he reports on their travels, including bird sightings.
Bruce Stambaugh shares about the arrival of the good weather days we have long awaited.
With no high dollar salaries, T-ball athletes are the best ones to watch. What happens when you put a bunch of small children on a baseball field full of dirt and expect them to play? The dirt wins.
Clearing a path to use the garage is on many minds as the weather warms up. Keep reading for some tried and true tips.
Bruce Glick is currently traveling the Alaska Highway with his wife, Helen.
Dick Farrel talks Tressel and the T-R.
There are several computers on the market today that are designed specifically for older boomers and seniors who want, and need, things simple.
Thinking about hiring an attorney? Find out ahead of time what your expenses will be.
In this week's Chow Line, Martha Filipic discusses how and why to grill this summer, using leaner ground beef.
Melodie Davis writes a letter to her middle child who is about to get married.
Struggling with loads of laundry, clutter in the kitchen and chaos in your life? Stress can easily steal our joy. Trish Berg reminds us to simplify the small stuff and find Joy in the Journey.
On a hot afternoon, Mike Dewey rides a weird wave of energy and finds himself facing something that challenges him and makes him feel worthy of his wife's love.
Historical notes and antique auction prices from noted local historian and antiques collector Brooks Harris.
Bees and other pollinators are necessary in the garden. When precautions are taken, a peaceful coexistence can occur and bees will actually be a source of enjoyment when quietly observed from a distance.
Bruce Stambaugh makes an exception and writes about bathroom and politics.
What to do with all the precious clutter? You know the kind: glittery, hand-crafted creations, clay figures, yarn projects, and more crafts made with lots of love and glue. Keep reading for tips and perspectives on how to keep the memories without keeping all the stuff.
Historical notes and antique auction prices from noted local historian and antiques collector Brooks Harris.
Dick Farrell
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