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When Owen was little, now 17, he participated in 4-H for a year. I remember thinking, “We are not a 4-H family!” It was a good experience for him nonetheless. At the …
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7/20/22
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Summer ball fun!
First, a big shout out to Shara Johnson for helping me and others be able to follow the Rockets play in the State Class C2 Softball Tournament. And of course, a huge …
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Curt Hineline
Editor
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7/14/22
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Being over scheduled and too busy seems to be the new American pastime . It gets even worse when you throw a family into the mix.
In my opinion the goal of every family should be to spend as …
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Jason Redding-Geu
Lyons Mirror-Sun
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7/14/22
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The first day of summer hit and life got busier than normal. As I look back on the past 3 weeks, it’s all kind of a blur. Between our granddaughter’s bridal shower, helping with friends …
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Debbie Krutilek
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7/14/22
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The program I am really into right now is about two private investigators. While watching it, I found myself wondering, "Could I ever do that type of work?". After all, no matter what age …
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By Heidi Wallace
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7/14/22
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It has been 11 years since former Oakland Independent Columnist Linnea Young passed at the age of 97. Her Young at Heart weekly column reminded us of simpler times. Her gift of writing coupled …
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Curt Hineline
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7/7/22
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I have always lived with the idea that if you enjoy what you do for a living, you will never work a day in your life. In fact that has always been a goal in my life.
While I may have days that I …
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Jason Redding-Geu
Lyons Mirror-Sun
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7/7/22
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There is a great line in the first Jurassic Park movie when Ellie, the character played by Laura Dern, says, and I’m paraphrasing here, “Plants can be pretty but will defend themselves if …
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Kathleen Cue, Nebraska Extension Horticulture Educator
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7/7/22
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This week we have celebrated our country's independence with fireworks, food, music, parades, and other events. We have displayed and worn red, white, and blue. We have focused on …
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ByHeidi Wallace
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7/7/22
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In an attempt to offset the burden put on everyday Americans caused by the high price of gasoline, a federal fuel tax holiday has been requested by the President. Some in Washington suggest …
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Curt Hineline
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6/30/22
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What is the point of taking a vacation? At times it can feel more stressful than not going on one.
There is planning the destination, lodging, traveling, and where to eat. There is the budget, …
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Jason Redding-Geu
Lyons Mirror-Sun
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6/30/22
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People often ask me,“How do you come up with something to write every week in your article?” Well, some weeks are harder than others. This week I am focusing on hosting a family …
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Debbie Krutilek
Lyons Mirror-Sun
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6/30/22
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