Category: Columns

  • November 8, 2023
    "Halloween memories from 1956-1966: Trick-or-treating, mischief, homemade costumes. A surprise visit from daughter in Bugs Bunny disguise makes the new…
  • November 4, 2023
    Transforming our landscape, battling harsh weather, and prioritizing home improvements. Hardscape projects completed, turning dreams into reality. Gratitude to skilled…
  • October 25, 2023
    "Pride in mail service; 80s gender shift in carriers; manual sorting era; efficiency tactics; rural challenges, 10-mile rescue tale."
  • October 18, 2023
    Postal career in 1974 amidst USPS changes. Airmail, Railway Mail discontinued. Mail sorting transformed from manual to efficient tech. Transitioned…
  • October 11, 2023
    Early paperboy ➔ Military mail handler ➔ Learned manual sorting ➔ Transition to letter sorting machines ➔ Scheme knowledge crucial…
  • October 8, 2023
    Plant trees in fall for acclimation. Consider type, size, and local suitability. Choose from recommended species in a minimum five-gallon…
  • October 4, 2023
    1969 grad embraces hippie life, dodges drugs. Drafted, buzz-cut for 3 yrs. Beats prof's speech challenge, shaves beard for A.
  • September 27, 2023
    A father's bittersweet farewell as daughter moves to Oklahoma, proud yet worried about her firefighting dreams.
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    September 20, 2023
    JamesStory by Jon Stalnaker AKA The Studebaker Dude I was just climbing into bed last night when my phone rang.…
  • September 12, 2023
    The Creek County Free Fair is inviting local gardeners to compete and showcase their fruits, vegetables, and flowers for a…