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The satisfaction of a successful sale

Despite some dreary weather, Belmont’s community sale day appears to have been a big success. Last week, I shared my background in yard sales with readers who follow this column. I also mentioned that I would be hosting a yard sale as part of the community day on May 8. My husband, Mike, ...

Attending the National Plastics Expo

Over twenty-five years ago during my corporate life, I still recall a very memorable trip from Charleston, WV to Paintsville, Kentucky. I took US 119. Back then prior to Corridor G, most of it was two-lane. In Kentucky I had to stop for a man with two large paper grocery bags in his arms to ...

Putting Belmont County on Heritage Tourism map

A unique sector of the tourism industry, heritage tourism, has gained popularity in recent years and offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore and experience the rich historical, cultural, and natural heritage of a destination. From ancient ruins to preserved historical buildings, ...

The conundrum of the annual yard sale season

It’s yard sale season in the Ohio Valley, and that can be both good and bad for me. My husband, Mike, and I have slowly collected excess items over the past few months, anticipating that we would take part in the village of Belmont’s community sale day. Well, that day, May 4, has ...

One word to never use and making other wise choices

Last week on their Jolley Marriage Show, Dr. Willie and Dee Jolley asked, “Have you ever said anything to your spouse or partner you regretted later? “The words we use can significantly impact the health and longevity of our relationships. Statistically 50% of marriages end in divorce. ...

Use the power of story to make point memorable

Can you remember any Bible stories? How about Noah’s Ark, Jonah and the Whale or the First Christmas? Did you realize these stories are thousands of years old? The most recent, The First Christmas was decades old before it was scribed. They were all passed on verbally for years before ...