Here’s an excerpt from my book Ground Tied; copyright 2003. It’s an ode to the joys and frustrations of spring and summer on the
Opinion
Proud to Be Back
I just moved back to this area after spending the last 20+ years in the “Big Cities” of Omaha and Lincoln. I was born
REFLECTIONS FOR THE WEEK OF JULY 26-30, 2021
Library: • Programming for Fall fundraisers, events and after-school activities. We hope to have some great computer coding options for all grade levels. •
Barber Shop and Dentist
By PATRICIA JONES The Slagle Building in Dobby’s Frontier Town holds the tools of three professions: barber, dentist, and doctor. On the front of
Brushes And Bees
“Wait! Make sure they stop,” has been my standard crossing the street warning for years now. Our children still need the reminder. I do
Choose Love Over Hate
I’m writing in response to Art Smith’s letter to the editor because I want to be sure that the beautiful, amazing humans who make
Volunteers Always Welcome
As smoke fills the air creating limited visibility, one thing is very clear: there is no off-season in agricultural communities; just less hectic times
Homophobia—A Second Opinion
Is it really a good thing to be “concerned” that one is gay? Is it good for a community or country to publicly propose
The Slagle Doctor’s Office
By PATRICIA JONES In the western part of Dobby’s Frontier Town along the south boardwalk is the Slagle Building. Like many buildings in frontier
How Horses See People
Perseverance might be an accurate description as to how horses have survived as a species. Through the millennia equines have fine-tuned their abilities to