Lifestyles

MJ Wixsom: The search is on for missing hawk

In the aftermath of a devastating storm that tore apart my newly-built mews (hawk cage), I find myself…

Opinion

EDITORIAL: On taking undue credit

We, like many in the county, were glad to hear the news last month, when the Ohio Department…

Opinion

Jim Crawford: How the GOP is working toward the 2024 election

Last week, in the suffering heat of a record-setting July, Republicans worked diligently to advance their 2024 elections…

Opinion

Tom Purcell: The lost freedom of bike hikes

I dream of recreating some of the epic bike hikes I enjoyed as a kid back in the 1970s.…

Opinion

EDITORIAL: Taking advantage of a big opportunity

Last year, the state’s Appalachian counties were glad to hear the news when Gov. Mike DeWine announced that…

Opinion

Debbie Gulley: Addressing the home care workforce shortage

Hearing the term “workforce shortage” is something our society has unfortunately              …

Columnists

Turning away the sinners does not help the church

In his autobiography, Mahatma Gandhi said that in his student days he read the Bible and seriously considered…

Opinion

Danny Tyree: How’s that honeymoon working for you?

“Have you seen everything you want to see?” “Yeah. You?” “Me too. Let’s go back home.” That’s a…

Columnists

MJ Wixsom: Pet care can be costly in emergencies

We saw an emergency last week at our veterinary hospital that really emphasized the importance of understanding the…

Opinion

EDITORIAL: Strong community keeps fair going

Within hours of this paper hitting the stands, another Lawrence County Fair will be over and part of…

Opinion

Danny Tyree: Having to deal with a loud talker in your life

“We are the Cubs from Den 3/And no one could be prouder/If you cannot hear our shout/We’ll yell…

Opinion

Letter to the editor: ‘Yes’ vote would enfranchise all Ohioans

Issue 1 is not a left or right decision to make.  Voting “Yes” on Issue 1 will set…

Opinion

EDITORIAL: Allyn’s was a pillar of the city’s history

It was with great sadness that we heard of the passing of businessman Tom Allyn on June 26…

Opinion

Jeri Fields: Social Security celebrates Americans with Disabilities Act

This year, we celebrate 33 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and its importance to many…

Opinion

Jim Crawford: Is social media responsible for any misleading content?

This week, on the day we annually celebrate our freedom, U.S. District Court Judge Terry Doughty ruled that…