Around Town

Out and About – Week of December 2nd

Welcome to the last month of 2024. This is the time to reflect back on a year that was great for some and not so great for others. A time to reflect on the mistakes we made and vow to ourselves to be more cautious in 2025. Let’s make 2025 a year to show more respect and love towards each …

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Out and About – Week of November 25th

This is the week of Thanksgiving. The one time when we should reflect on the many things we have to be thankful for. If you have a roof over your head, food on your table, and friends and family, you are more fortunate than 70% of the world’s population. No matter how hard you feel you have it, there’s someone …

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Out and About – Week of November 18th

This is the time of the year when our thoughts and actions are drawn toward the act of helping those in need. The motto of Lions Clubs International is “WE SERVE”. Lions help those in need every hour of every day and every day of the year. If there is a need anywhere in the world, Lions are there serving. …

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Out and About – Week of November 11th

I’m putting this column together on Sunday, the day before Veterans Day. I always try to have it completed earlier, but my schedule has prevented me from getting to it until now. I must finish this column by today so that I can get it to the radio station before Monday morning. WLKM Radio carries the column on their website …

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The History & Mystery of Three Rivers

Lincoln Avenue is named for President Abraham Lincoln. Many streets in 3rd ward are named after famous people connected with the Civil War. People, places, and things in Lincoln’s life include: 1776 – Daniel Boone brought Lincoln’s grandparents to Kentucky, 1809 – Abraham was born and the U. S. made importing slaves illegal. 1842 – Abe married Mary Todd. 1857 …

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Out and About – Week of November 4th

Welcome to the month of November. We have a lot to celebrate this month. We started out by setting our clocks back one hour early Sunday. I was thankful for that extra hour of sleep. Election Day is Tuesday. We all had the honor and privilege of casting our vote for those individuals who will lead our government in one …

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Out and About – Week of October 28th

Next Sunday, November 3, Daylight Savings Time comes to an end. I try to mention this time change twice a year, because there’s always someone who forgets to reset their clocks. This time we set our clocks back one hour, so we get an extra hour of sleep Saturday night. I change my clocks Saturday evening before going to bed. …

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Out and About – Week of October 21st

I’ve been quite lucky when it comes to staying healthy. We made it through the COVID pandemic and feel fortunate. We have kept current with our annual vaccinations and have always watched our diets. We have done all we can so as not to get sick. However, about a week ago, some sort of bug caught up with my wife …

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Out and About – Week of October 7th

Last week I had the privilege to meet with a group of writers. They are not as well known as they should be, but I feel with some experience and guidance, their names will be right up there with Steinbeck, O”Reilly and King. These writers get guidance and support from each other. They all love what they do and I …

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Out and About – Week of September 30th

Here are six things that we should realize by the time we reach the age of 25. However, most people never understand number six until they turn 40: — Life is 100% better when no one knows anything about you. — You shouldn’t take advice from people who are not where you want to be in life. — Everyone will …

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