When I told my sister the topic for this column, she said “the headlines will read; ‘Preston County family goes to the big city.’” Despite my sister’s […]
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MCCAC to hold High 5 donation drive throughout the month
Six hundred and twenty-nine clients were served by the Monongalia County Child Advocacy Center in 2023. That’s 629 children who have been abused. More than 600 young […]
Country girl visits the big city – and loves it
WHEN I TOLD MY SISTER THE TOPIC FOR THIS COLUMN, she said “the headlines will read; ‘Preston County family goes to the big city. ’” Despite my […]
‘The Greatest Hits’ doesn’t quite sing
In my not-writing life, I work in music. I studied music in college, I teach private lessons and I play out when I can. But even those […]
Reuse leftover Easter candy, to create edible play dough
Now that Easter is over and the kids have gotten loads of candy, what do you do with it all? If your kiddos got Peep Marshmallows in […]
Tucker’s Treasures a not-so-hidden discount gem
Shopping at a discount liquidation store is exciting on many levels. These types of businesses offer the tantalizingly deep discounts and thrill of the unknown that one […]
Easter feast made sweeter by desserts — and family
Feasts are important. I’ve always liked my family’s Easter feasting tradition because while we no longer are tied particularly to seasonal food, I’m reminded that until very […]
Regular session is over
What did we actually get? The 2024 legislative session is history and it appeared to be largely an act of Schadenfreude — that malicious pleasure some people […]
‘Steve! (martin)’ a two-part doc about one-of-a-kind talent
My introduction to Steve Martin was probably through “The Muppet Movie,” but I fell in love with him through a copy of “The Three Amigos” that my […]
Scavenger hunts great for getting kids outside
Spring is finally here! As the weather is starting to get warmer, my kids and I have been wanting to spend more time outside after school and […]
