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Another school year is upon us! A new school year is a new opportunity for students to engage in new learning, attempt a new activity, meet new friends, and commit to long-term goals.
Summer …
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By David Bell
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8/19/26
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You may remember the popular book from years back titled “Bowling Alone,” In which the author bemoaned the waning interest in social activities like PTA, card clubs and bowling. Another social …
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By Dave Wood
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8/19/26
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There is one TV show that brings me instant comfort every time it comes on: “The Golden Girls.” The one-liners and storylines still make me laugh, even though they’re almost 40 years old. My …
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By Sarah Nigbor
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8/19/26
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I’ve never been a betting man – engaging in farming and owning a small business is risky enough – so I don’t play against the odds.
So it’s somewhat ironic that lady luck has dealt me …
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By Chris Hardie
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8/19/26
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You’ve heard of the common problem of “Bowling Alone,” which bemoaned the fading communal activity of getting together with others to pursue a pleasant pastime. Today I’m bemoaning the end of …
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By Dave Wood
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8/11/26
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In case you didn’t know, though I’m not sure that’s possible, it’s Pierce County Fair Week! For families who have kids exhibiting in the Junior Fair or Open Class, you know this week is …
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By Sarah Nigbor
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8/11/26
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Before I get into this month’s column, I want to offer a little context about these columns in general.
When I write about a particular topic, it’s usually because something caught my …
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By Becky Beissel
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8/11/26
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Our garden is now flourishing with cucumbers in numbers that would make the heirs of Mr. Gedney blush with shame, and our sand patch on Walnut Street swells with pride.
In all due humility I’m …
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By Dave Wood
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8/5/26
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You hire a contractor, pay a deposit, and then the calls stop. Weeks pass. The work never starts – or stops midway – and you’re left wondering whether you’ve been scammed or just unlucky. …
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By Atty. Kevin Trost
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8/5/26
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Public records request
Last week, I wrote about a public records request I had sent to Pierce County/Pierce County Sheriff’s Office June 12, related to the dismissal of the DARE officer, PCSO …
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By Sarah Nigbor
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8/5/26
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Let’s just get this right out there – whatever I did to whomever years ago that made you angry enough to place a curse on my power equipment – I am sorry.
I’ll repeat. I am sorry for …
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By Chris Hardie
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8/5/26
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I spent the weekend at Wisconsin Dells with my friends that I met in college. The moment that stuck out the most to me came when I reached the top of the stairs for the tallest slide. The young …
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By Andrew Harrington
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8/5/26
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I’ve been thinking about the word “community” lately and what it means. River Falls is a “city,” of course; clearly defined by its geographical boundaries, and the infrastructure and …
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By Alison Page
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7/29/26
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Two weeks ago, I introduced Journal readers to the carefully guided European bus tour with mostly informative guides, its drawbacks and advantages. Today I describe what it was like to settle down …
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By Dave Wood
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7/29/26
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I used to be a giant procrastinator. Sometimes I still am, but I promise it’s not because I want to be. It’s because there are only so many hours in a day, week, month, etc. My daily planner …
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By Sarah Nigbor
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7/29/26
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Editor's Note: The Elmwood Area Community Club held an essay contest this year for the 2026 UFO Days. Elmwood students grades 5-12 were invited to write an essay with the theme "Why I Love …
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By Arlen Holt
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7/22/26
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Editor's Note: The Elmwood Area Community Club held an essay contest this year for the 2026 UFO Days. Elmwood students grades 5-12 were invited to write an essay with the theme "Why I Love …
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By Paige Ginsbach
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7/22/26
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Editor's Note: The Elmwood Area Community Club held an essay contest this year for the 2026 UFO Days. Elmwood students grades 5-12 were invited to write an essay with the theme "Why I Love …
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By Hannah Bleskacek
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7/22/26
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These days you’re likely to be buttonholed by proud gardeners showing off their exceptional produce. Me, for example: I’m no different. Seems that the family I have fallen heir to is obsessed …
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By Dave Wood
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7/22/26
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I often joke to my husband that I want to retire someday on an island. No, not a tropical island in the Caribbean with white sand beaches and thousands of tourists. I’m thinking more of a secluded, …
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By Sarah Nigbor
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7/22/26
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