Opinion
'Tis the season, for Thanksgiving
It seems the thing to do on Facebook is to list one thing you are thankful for every day in Thanksgiving, and I kinda like the idea.
Thanksgiving is a time we traditionally, at least USED TO, ...
\'Dishwatery\' words: Remembering the \'little-noted\' Gettysburg Address
“The world will little note, nor long remember what we say here…”
The very first harsh comment concerning the Gettysburg Address – uttered on Nov.19 1863, 150 years ago...
To the Editor: Off-season athletic clubs make high school athletes better
By Teresa Strong
I am posting this for all the VS parents of athletes... high school athletics today has become extremely competitive..that goes without saying...but for some reason in the VS c...
All the things Grandpa knew, we are relearning
It's been said over and over, that our kids are not as bright as they used to be.
In other words, Dad, Mom, you ARE smarter than a 5th grader!
You and I know that.
UNTIL you...
To the Editor: Auxilary Post 170 thanks those who served
Post 170 MJ Kirby
Auxiliary Unit, Blairstown
To the Editor:
The members of American Legion Auxiliary MJ Kirby Post # 170 would like to express our sincere apprecia...
Car racing and Pump Organs
Ever since I was probably around 10 or so, my dad would take us to visit one of his old friends, John.
John and my dad would fix up my dads car and race around Linn and maybe Buchanan County. &...
To the Editor: Support Parbs for Supervisor- Please vote November 5th
Shelley Parbs is running for Benton County Supervisor and is the best candidate for the position.
Shelley is a natural leader, willing to listen to your concerns and be fair to the citizens of Ben...
My morning alarm clock...it never needs set
This morning, I had my unofficial resident cardiologist check my heart.
The "check-up" goes something like this:
*Cue light, gentle music, picture a lady sleeping peacefully in bed wit...
Why Vinton should have tobacco-free parks
By Shania Heckmann, VSHS Reality Check
I am writing this to inform you that I believe Vinton and the surrounding areas should have tobacco free parks. There are many reasons behind me saying t...
To the Editor: Why Todd Wiley is best candidate for supervisor
By Marlyn and Ann Jorgensen
To all citizens of Benton county:
On November 5th we elect a new member for the Board of Supervisors and we hope you agree with us that Todd Wiley is the b...