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Johns: Turn up the music

In the late 1960’s, my parents installed an intercom system in our house. Obviously, no text messages were being ... Read more

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Johns: A return to writing

During the 1560s, a word was developed, probably by a physician, meaning a break or opening. The Latin ... Read more

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Johns: Simple childhood rules still apply

Hold my hand. Watch for cars. Be nice. Share your toys. These words were guidelines my mother gave ... Read more

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Let children learn through creativity

Every Friday, after our spelling test, Bonnie Green, my third grade teacher, would introduce our class to music, ... Read more

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Birds offer lessons in human relations

When we moved into our house on South Maple Street, it was long before stainless steel appliances and ... Read more

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History paves the way to future

“Do something every day to remind this city why the hell you’re here.” —WRDSMTH Everything in my home ... Read more

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Lisa Johns: Community garden could plant valuable seeds

Our family has always loved a garden. Whether it be my father’s prize-winning roses or my mother’s gorgeous ... Read more

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Front Porch: Tomatoes are a summer favorite

Iam a person that associates scents with events in my life. I really don’t know if there is ... Read more

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A fascination with dreamers

I have always been a dreamer of sorts. My aunt and uncle lived on a street that had ... Read more

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You never know what next chapter holds

“Life is like a book—some chapters sad, some happy and exciting. But if you never turn the page, ... Read more