TODAY
IS WEDNESDAY, MAY 22, 2013 - THE GRUMPY SIDE OF 60
Back in the saddle again
By Bob Robinson
(Note: The Grumpy Side of
60 is a bi-weekly column for The Early Bird. It is reprinted here by
permission and will contain occasional comments published in previous
CNO columns. The author can assure you, however, that he offers
something new for those interested in spending a couple minutes on it).
“I love working with old people,” a young lady told me recently.
“That’s my career goal, to take care of old people.” “You mean like
me?” “Yeah,” she said, matter-of-factly. “Like you.”... Read
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THE FLYING EAGLE
A Publication of East School
From East Flying Eagle Newsletter instructor, Edwinna Thomas: “It's sad
to say "good bye" to our 4th grade news crew each year. They
really enjoy this authentic writing component of the language arts
gifted program at East.” The Wait is almost over By Gabe Taylor and
Jacob Watson - Surprisingly, it’s almost the end of the school year! Do
you know what that means? Field day is almost here...Read
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East.
TROJANS FINISH WITH 19-5 MARK
Brookville edges Arcanum for section title
By George Starks
CLAYTON - Okay sports enthusiasts. Question: How many times has this
happened? A team with a slightly better seasonal record upends the team
with the best record and considered the favorite to win… but loses in
the end. Answer: More times than we have fingers and toes. This was the
case scenario for Arcanum Monday in...Read
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BROKE WIFE, BIG CITY
When Nature Attacks, Part 2
By Aprill Brandon
Being a newspaper columnist is a huge privilege. Not only that, it's a
huge privilege that comes with a whole lot of responsibility. Like
Spiderman-level of responsibility. And those of us lucky enough to get
this public mouthpiece gig have to use it wisely to shed light on
important issues. Which is why I'd like to take this... Read
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GARST MUSEUM GENEALOGY
Neave Township School – students identified!
Greenville—The Genealogy Library of Garst Museum issued a request to
the public regarding the identity of the students shown in a picture
obtained from Joyce Haraughty. According to Head of the Genealogy
Library, Phyllis Crick, the picture was taken of the students
graduating from the...Read
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U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Ohio House members ask Obama to address adoption ban
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a letter sent to President Obama this week, House
Speaker John Boehner (R-OH) joined other members of the Ohio delegation
in urging the president to engage with Russian President Vladimir Putin
in an effort to find solutions for...Read
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HERITAGE FOUNDATION
Governor Pence Pauses Indiana Common Core Standards
By Lindsey Burke
Indiana has just given every state that agreed to adopt Common Core
national education standards and tests a lesson in prudent governance.
On Saturday, Governor Mike Pence (R) signed the Common Core “Pause”
bill into law, halting implementation of Common Core until state
agencies, teachers, and taxpayers... Read
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FROM
THE EDITOR... ON THE INSIDE - WEDNESDAY, MAY 22, 2013
Editor’s
Photo: A pair of peregrine falcons has made an Ohio County Courthouse
its home. This year, they are the proud parents of two baby falcons.
See the full story tomorrow. Paul Ackley’s cartoon for this week has
been posted. Get it here.
Favorite Sports Photos: New pics posted Mar. 11. Classifieds:
New listings posted May 10. In Blogs: Priorities IRS. Health: Education That Saves Lives. News: Legislators mull Medicaid changes rather than expansion. Sports: Chad Johnson out on bail after turning himself in. Obituaries: Lucy M. Collins; June A. Wampler. Yesterday's
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