Unusual farm facts worth sharing
Those who grew up on a farm often take the wonder of farm life for granted. Columnist Judith Sutherland shares some interesting tidbits about farm wonders in her column this week.
Is life really survival of the wittiest?
Columnist Judith Sutherland defends her theory of survival of the wittiest, complete with examples of rural orneriness.
Lessons linger from long-ago summers
Columnist Judith Sutherland looks back on the possibilities summer offered in days gone by.
As school begins, Cort’s Lyme disease battle continues
Columnist Judith Sutherland shares the ongoing horror her family faces in the battle against Lyme disease. Her son, Cort, experiences symptoms of chronic Lyme disease - "like living through a nightmare that just won't go away."
Zoo’ of dogs provides love, therapy
It's a dog's life around columnist Judie Sutherland's house. But that's not all bad...
Judith Sutherland:Rescuing pets from flames is heroic
What happens to livestock and animals in the middle of a disaster like a wildfire, or a residential fire, for that matter. Columnist Judie Sutherland shares a story of local fire fighting heroics.
Farmer’s daughter no longer ignored
Columnist Judie Sutherland is glad to see a growing trend toward more daughters working alongside their farmer fathers.
What really ‘builds’ character?
Columnist Judith Sutherland tells why she believes Farmers should certainly be the most excellent and firm bunch in all the world, all things considered.
Patriotism floats in the Ashland sky
Sunday morning dawned crisp, clear and beautiful. What a great way to close out an impressive Independence Day celebration weekend.
The Sutherland family dog speaks
Columnist Judith Sutherland shares an update on family life through the eyes of their four-legged family member.