‘Into the Breeches!’ shows how women always step up when the going gets tough
By DANIEL SHOCK A Seat on the Aisle Last night I drove down to Lawrence to see the final production of this year’s Bard Fest, Into the Breeches! at Theatre…
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Of feathers & bracelets
The pain you carry today may someday lighten the hurt that someone feels in the future. My friend Corinne Gunter and I wear bracelets that say, “I can do hard…
H. H. Holmes’ murder castle
By MAKENZIE EMBRY Sheridan High School Student The Sheridan Student Column is brought to readers by Sheridan High School’s 10th grade English class, taught by Abby Williams. After a long…
Add these items to your ‘recession survival’ checklist
It’s unfortunate, but recessions are a fairly normal part of the economic landscape. When a recession occurs, how might you be affected? The answer depends on your individual situation, but…
Why are Medicare Advantage plans paying for utilities?
Private Medicare Advantage plans offer a lot of extra benefits that are filling up all the ad time on your TV during the last three months of the year. When…
POW’s 76-year-old letter to fallen comrade’s family a major find
Last Memorial Day, I received from out of the blue a soul-stirring message from a stranger, Park Guthrie, of Sebastopol, Calif. Wrote Park, “I was Googling your great-uncle because he…
Could I finally share this journey with my mom?
As my adoption and reunion story continues, I’ve changed some names, places, and dates. At this point in my reunion journey, some interesting thoughts would often cross my mind. I…
Hooked on hay baling
I wanted to have a hook or two for my fall article – a hay hook to be precise. It hasn’t been a complete summer experience until you have had…
Autumn is dancing
By MEGAN RATHZ When Nature Speaks What is it about the season of fall that has so many of us captivated? There is something about this season that has always…
Addressing our state’s pressing health challenges
By DONNA SCHAIBLEY State Representative It’s clear Indiana needs to do more to address our greatest health challenges, especially with the high prevalence of obesity, smoking and other chronic conditions….