When Mehretu Tekle lived in a refugee camp in his native Eritrea, it was important for him to help people by playing upbeat music.
Wednesday, June 29, 2022
It is time to get this column written and on its way. Although the mercury on the thermometer is already up to 79 degrees, a breeze is coming in the windows. Yesterday was different and much warmer, and there was less breeze with higher humidity. Read more
Wednesday, June 22, 2022
There is a newer ice cream option downtown that’s convenient to numerous restaurants. Read more
June 14th was the 28th birthday of our first-born daughter Elizabeth. I wish her many more happy and healthy years. She has been married almost seven years to a nice loving husband, Tim, and they have been blessed with four precious children Abigail, 5; Timothy (T.J.), 3; Allison, 2; and And… Read more
Wednesday, June 15, 2022
In her free time, Jillian Korugic, a local caterer, said she likes watching YouTube videos on homesteading, or being self-sufficient and relying on nature’s bounty to get by. Read more
After my husband Joe and our sons Benjamin, 22, and Joseph, 19, left for work, I took a shower and now want to get this column written. Read more
Wednesday, June 08, 2022
Tucked away in J & B’s Country Store -- an antique mall on Broadway’s North Main Street -- is a tiny café that does a big lunch business. Read more
The last day of May brings us temperatures in the 80s. A nice breeze is blowing, helping us stay cool. This breeze will help our hay dry. Hopefully, it will get baled tonight. Read more
Wednesday, June 01, 2022
Rey Gotay, of Elkton, doesn’t just see “what is.” He sees “what could be.” Read more
I had a very nice birthday on Sunday, May 22. All my family came for supper, bringing pizza, ice cream cake and chips. Games were played before and after supper, and I was showered with lovely cards and gifts by all. A “5” and “1” were on my cake, but son Benjamin bought 51 candles and let m… Read more
Wednesday, May 25, 2022
For some local chefs, Downtown Dinner Party, which requires they offer an exclusive dish in a tasting-plate format, is a welcome opportunity to create something new. Read more
Today — May 18 — is daughter Lovina’s 18th birthday. Lovina was born soon after we moved to Michigan. It’s hard to believe it’s been 18 years. She has grown into a lovely young lady with a great sense of humor. Her special friend Daniel is an important part of her life and she has enjoyed hi… Read more