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Jamie Herrmann: SNAP much needed for many in Ohio

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) has been proven to support healthy aging. Over 250,000 older Ohioans rely ...

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Mike Dyer: Why Protect OHIO deserves our support

Veterinarians are pillars in their communities providing essential animal care and support. Yet, far too many communities, especially ...

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Mark Shaffer: Ro-Na progress has come a long way

I was there on a rainy Saturday in July 2008 when the Ironton City Council members were in the ...

Lifestyles

Tim Throckmorton: George Washington was a man of God

It happened 250 years ago this very week… “I do not think myself equal to the Command I ...

Lifestyles

MJ Wixsom: Fleas are common, frustrating

Fleas are among the most common — and most frustrating — parasites pet owners face.  At Guardian Animal ...

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Letter to the editor: Senate bill takes control away from local decisions

State lawmakers think they know how to run elections better than local officials? Ohio’s Senate recently advanced Senate ...

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Jim Crawford: How Trump has changed the presidency

Trump’s polling numbers are up this week and are near the high point so far for his second ...

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EDITORIAL: Going all the way to the big event

Last weekend, a student from Lawrence County took part in a major event and getting to do so ...

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Jim Crawford: Harvard vs. Trump

The President of the United States has made it personal. Donald Trump wants Harvard humbled. He wants America’s ...

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EDITORIAL: Bright news for the area

The area got a very pleasant surprise on Monday morning, with the announcement that Azure Standard plans to ...

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Jeri Fields: You many be eligible for Social Security SSI benefits

You may be able to get Supplemental Security Income (SSI) even if you already receive Social Security benefits. ...

Lifestyles

MJ Wixsom: Silent killer of dogs: Splenic cancer

As veterinarians, we’re often the bearers of difficult news.  This Memorial Day, I experienced the heartbreak that comes ...

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Jim Crawford: A look at the GOP budget

Not that there is ever a good time to be suffering through economic stress, but the Trump administration ...

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Jamie Herrmann: Flipping the script on aging

Every May, the Area Agency on Aging District 7 (AAA7) joins the nation in the observance of Older ...

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EDITORIAL: A community comes together

With the passage of Scout Troop 106 through downtown Ironton, picking up trash left behind, as they do ...

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