Long before sidewalks were as plentiful as they are today, those that were in existence were open game for a lot of things, including art, skating and sometimes even mischief. Those who objected to their use were most likely to have graffiti to clean at one time or the other.

A weekend rife with anticipation turned into one of sorrow and grief, as the KISS Rebreathers dive team exploring the Roaring River spring lost one of its members. Eric Hahn, 27, of Blacksburg, Va., died in the water on Friday, possibly from the effects of oxygen toxicity due to a personal air tank with an improper mixture. He was recovered more than four hours later from more than 200 feet below the water’s surface.

Fall is here. The trees are changing, and noses are running. Kids are back in school, and let’s face it, they’re little petri dishes. All of this is the perfect combination for viral illnesses to spread like wildfire.

Ever wonder how many volunteers are needed to make this week’s activities actually become a reality? Believe me, it takes s much an actual count is virtually impossible. A long time ago, this subject was the topic of discussion in a meeting, and one of those involved shared this definition of what a volunteer came to be.

Four months ago, I heard a St. Louis surgeon tell me he planned to stop my daughter’s heart, patch two holes, then start her back up and set her on a path to full recovery.

The 2022-2023 school year is well underway, and we are excited about the many exceptional programs within our district. The start of our school year has been a great one so far.

During these times of many groups thinking they could run our Constitutional government, a review of a flag story is undoubtedly appropriate. The American Legion Magazine has told a story that will outdo any auto agency or those displaying large flags of the United States of America.

There are few feelings as great as coming up with an ambitious idea, pursuing it and seeing it through with a successful result. Today’s opinion page is the epitome of that feeling.

To be truthful, this column is somewhat of a repeat, due to the instance of history connected to the Ray family. Bear with me! About this time of the year, 150 years ago, my great grandfather started the Cassville Democrat.

I’ve noticed our community handles adversity well. We rally around our own, and you don’t see that everywhere.