Yearly Archives: 2008
Berry Beautiful
Though blue is one of the most popular colors and is said to cause the body to produce calming chemicals, it is considered one...
The best of times, the worst of times
The American economy is downright Dickensian. If you're in investment banking, airlines, real estate or automobile anything, it's the worst of times. If you're...
New technology not always easy
Long before November, the television’s remote or its mute button or both will self-destruct. With my help.
Witness the gag reflex for the explicit commercials...
A roundup of FFA news for July 31, 2008
OBERLIN, Ohio — The Firelands FFA chapter held its annual summer picnic July 11 at the Krumwiedes’ farm in Wakeman. Members enjoyed hillbilly golf,...
Everything old is new again
You never know when your own fossilization is going to fall on you like a piano from above. For me, that moment came when...
A roundup of 4-H news for July 31, 2008
STEUBENVILLE, Ohio — The Country Classics 4-H club met July 16 at the Steubenville Saddle Club with 29 members present.
Mara Carducci was in charge...
FSA Andy for July 31, 2008
Hello again!
This week I’m going to reissue a previous article I wrote.
Amazingly enough the same issues I wrote about two years ago...
Lots to see at conservation expo
SALEM, Ohio -- The Agriculture and Natural Resource Conservation Expo in Carroll County will have advice on everything from antique tractors to wildlife control....
Snorkeling provides a close view of aquatic life
As summer temperatures rise, spring-fed streams are great places to stay cool. With just a face mask, a snorkel and an old pair of...
Small town celebrations can’t be beat
There was the milkman, the postman, the soda jerk and the hardware clerk. We had the shy guy, the intrepid talker, the lady forever...
