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To Carol's dearest and best friend, her husband, and the many friends she left behind… I’ve been writing poetry since I lost my Daddy in 1970. I’ve written poems to cry to and a lo...read more

If you have ever driven in Washington, D.C., Los Angeles, Chicago or even Birmingham, you know Russellville, Alabama, does not have a traffic problem. However, during the holidays, the danger of being...read more

WOW! Only about eight days left until Christmas. That's very hard to believe. Hopefully your tree is trimmed, your stockings are hung and you've just about finished your shopping. Of course, it seems ...read more

How would you like some unique and natural decorations for your home this year? Here is a great idea for a custom wreath from www.truevalue.com projects. Using seasonal holiday decorations made of na...read more

A square bale of hay could have many uses with an imagination like I had when I was young. On the farm, there was always work to do before any playing could begin, though. After the hay was baled, it...read more

Minor car repairs in the budget? Dear Dave, My wife and I are on Baby Step 3 of your plan. When we have standard car repairs, I want to use the emergency fund. She says that kind of thing isn’...read more

Thanksgiving is here and then... Christmas decorations... and that must include that all-important centerpiece, the Christmas tree. Whether your tree comes out of a field or a box, be sure to keep saf...read more

It’s me again! I’ve been told often in my life that I talk too much. You know, by the usual people—librarians, funeral home directors, people meditating, surgeons, dog trainers and ...read more

[Editor’s Note: The following essay, written by Tharptown sophomore Emma Henderson, was the first-place entry in the 2015 Franklin County Farm-City Committee Essay Contest. Emma is the daughter ...read more

A wedding without debt? Dear Dave, How do you have a wedding without debt? Lynn Dear Lynn, Wow, where do I start on this one? I guess the best way is to tell the truth. Honey, that question kind ...read more

During this time of giving thanks, most people's minds turn to families. They are thankful for family members. They cook all manner of goodies and maybe watch a ball game. At my office this week, peo...read more

Last week, many residents gathered at the Chucky Mullins Center for a community Thanksgiving Dinner. Caring is sharing; that was an effort of numerous people working together for the annual event...read more

A hiring predicament Dear Dave, I work as the executive director of a nonprofit charitable organization. Lately, I’ve been wondering if I should hire an employee as a development person. I don...read more

The season of light is upon us, and whether your decorations are more simple and traditional or can be seen from the moon, your safety and that of your children, guests and pets is very important. Th...read more

There is probably no greater icon for mankind's ingenuity and creativity than the mouse trap. The U.S. Patent Office has issued thousands of mouse-trap patents over the years and still gets applicatio...read more