Empowering Hoosiers to take on that raise or promotion
By CHUCK GOODRICH State Representative For many, learning they earned a raise or promotion at work is news that calls for celebration. But for some, it could mean choosing between…
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Who can remember the Blizzard of ’78?
The County Line This week is the anniversary of the great Blizzard of 1978, a winter storm the likes of which had not been seen before in recorded local history,…
And about the apology …
From the Heart Are you sorry or are you apologizing? I remember when my kids were little. Brandon and Emily were almost four years apart. They taught me what it…
One-of-a-kind historic covered bridge funded
The County Line Hamilton County is likely the only place in America where the number of covered wooden bridges is increasing. On Monday, county commissioners will accept $2.77 million in…
My crazy, busy, sophomore life – working to have it all!
By EMILY WEDDINGTON Sheridan High School Student Editor’s Note: The Sheridan Student Column is brought to readers by Sheridan High School’s 10th grade English class, taught by Abby Williams. When…
From the desk of Superintendent Derek Arrowood
By DR. DEREK ARROWOOD Hamilton Heights Superintendent Early last month, the CDC shortened COVID-19 quarantines to 10 days – seven with a test – and the Indiana State Department of…
Great-grandson brings hope in a dark time
Sandwiched Three children and one in Heaven. Seven grandchildren. 19 great-grandchildren. And one great-great-grandchild. My 88-year-old mother has quite the family tree surrounding her! I started counting everyone recently because…
Local politics in a non-election year
The County Line The year 2021 is a year without elections. Some may say “thank goodness.” Others may ask what are the politicians to do in such a year? Well,…
Lead me to forgiveness
From the Heart “I think the first step is to understand that forgiveness does not exonerate the perpetrator. Forgiveness liberates the victim. It’s a gift you give yourself.” – T.D….
Avoid, minimize and mitigate: The destruction of Westfield’s historic downtown
Submitted by Westfield Preservation Alliance This is a call to action for any resident of Hamilton County or Indiana or visitors from other parts of the United States who have…