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Myanmar layoff was no surprise

I have been laid off.

Learning can impact what we like

Sometimes what you learn can get in the way of what you like.

Rain delay turned out just fine

Maybe I’ve told this story before. At my age, that happens. But the Indianapolis 500 got me thinking about things, and one memory triggered another.

Chamber and tourism should unite

Here’s a modest proposal.

Weather thwarts plans for baseball

My wife and I tend to get a little premature when it comes to spring and baseball.

Bo knew how to make us smile

Every once in awhile in the news business, you get to do a story that makes you smile forever.

Jetson is in need of a new hobby

It seemed like a good idea at the time. But even the best ideas play themselves out.

It's time to bring in the dumpster

The attic of the garage awaits.

Express appreciation while you can

Don’t wait.

Coca-Cola news sparked memories

News that Jay County’s Coca-Cola production facility will be closing hit home.

It all started 53 years ago today

Today’s the day.

Youngest will be far from the last

Let’s talk about Khin Myo Chit.

Standardized test taking is scary

It’s testing season. ISTEP may be gone, but ILEARN is alive and kicking as any kid, teacher or parent could tell you.

Haircut is a step toward normalcy

As I write this, it is “haircut eve.”

Inscription kept book on the shelf

Several years ago, my sister-in-law in Minnesota instituted a rule: If a new book came into the house, another book had to leave.
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