TODAY
IS SUNDAY, JUNE 9, 2013 - THE GRUMPY SIDE OF 60
The time of my life
By Bob Robinson
If I were having any more fun there would be two of me. Not sure I
understand exactly what that means but I’ve heard it often enough by
people having a good time, so I guess it fits. I was on assignment for
the Early Bird when I attended Greenville High School’s Senior Awards
Program, Pursue Excellence. More than 40 members of the Class of 2013
hit the steps – some several times – to go on stage for recognition and
a scholarship award for their accomplishments... Read
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FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
From donuts to history, Payne takes great memories with him
By Bob Robinson
GREENVILLE – “I will always have great memories of this area,” said Joe
Payne, pastor of the First United Methodist Church. He is being
transferred to Hilliard, on the west side of Columbus. “It’s a rapidly
growing area,” Payne said. “A different setting.” Payne’s last day will
be June... Read
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DARKE SWCD
$500 scholarship awarded to local student
GREENVILLE – The board of supervisors for the Darke Soil and Water
Conservation District (SWCD) is pleased to announce the 2013
scholarship recipient, Micaela Wright from Arcanum High School.
Micaela will be attending Wilmington College in the fall to pursue a
degree in Animal Science with an emphasis in nutrition. Micaela
is a 10-year 4-H... Read
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PRESIDENT, SENIOR SCRIBES
Pig Farmer… Not!
By Delbert Blickenstaff
At the time of this story Louise and I were living on our farm with our
horses. No pigs. In fact the only contact I had had with pigs was
when Louise’s dad took his only vacation and we stayed on his farm and
fed the animals. When I was invited to relieve Jim and Carlotta of
their pig feeding duties one weekend so they could attend a Marriage
Encounter Session, I was again introduced to pigs. Louise and
I... Read
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DARKE COUNTY PARKS
Campfire Cooking
The warm weather is here and nothing beats making supper outdoors over
a campfire. Whether you are an avid camper or just like being outside,
bring the family and join the Darke County Parks for an evening of fun
on Monday, June 10th at 7:00pm, as everyone will be able to cook some
new, delicious appetizers and snacks over the open fire. Samples will
be provided and a variety... Read
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GREENVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
Steyer Family Donate to Library
This year the Greenville Public Library received a very special
donation for its summer Family Fun Days. Matt & Mindy Steyer
established the Greyson James Steyer Memorial Trust with the HOPE
Foundation as a lasting endowment in their infant son’s name following
his tragic death. “Something good and positive must come from this
tragedy... Read
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TOWNHALL
Tips for Right-Wingers on the IRS Scandal
By Ann Coulter
Instead of showing endless loops of IRS employees wasting taxpayer
dollars line-dancing -- Breaking news: Government employees waste
millions of your dollars every single day! -- I think it would be more
useful for the public to hear a few crucial facts about the exploding
scandal at the Internal Revenue Service. At Tuesday's... Read
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FROM
THE EDITOR... ON THE INSIDE - SUNDAY, JUNE 9, 2013
Editor’s
Photo: Darke County Republican Party Chairman Cindy Pike has made the
decision to resign her post effective October 1. For all the details,
including her future plans, read the complete story here tomorrow. Paul
Ackley’s cartoon for
this week has
been posted. Get it here.
Favorite Sports Photos: New pics posted Mar. 11. Classifieds:
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