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Spring is here — which means it’s once again time to wash the windows, organize your cabinets and steam your carpets. This year, in addition to tidying up around your house, why not also …
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Rickie Caswell, AAMS Financial Advisor
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4/16/25
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The Ghost Chicken
Humans are an odd bunch, we love scary stories and some of us will pay hard earned money to be frightened out of our wits. The popularity of haunted hay rides and house tours …
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Dianne Peck
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4/16/25
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Dear Editor,
We’ve all heard the words Social Security, but for over 1,300,000 Missourians (over 2,437 in Benton County), it’s more than just words—it’s a lifeline. …
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4/9/25
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“Prayer is man’s greatest means of tapping the infinites resources of God.” I found that on the internet yesterday. I’m not certain who said it or wrote it. It reminded me, …
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James Mahlon White
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4/9/25
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The financial markets always go through periods of instability. And we may see more of that now, given concerns about tariffs, inflation and the economy. As an investor, how can you deal with this …
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Rickie Caswell, AAMS Financial Advisor
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4/9/25
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Flowers In Flight
Every great once in a while we are priviliged to make the acquaintence of an extraordinary person. Maybe not a famous one by the world’s standards but one notable enough …
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Dianne Peck
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4/9/25
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We human beings like to give nicknames to each other. I guess that is on of our traits. About a month ago my life’s partner of 65 years said good bye to me. Why God put the most beautiful …
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Jack Dieckman
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4/9/25
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If you have not purchased your dog license (or chicken-keeping license), it’s time to do that now. There is a bonus of free rabies vaccination for all dogs with a current license. The clinic …
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Diana Burdick, City of Cole Camp, Mayor
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4/9/25
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Tesla vehicles and dealerships are being vandalized and blown up all over the place. It’s being done in retaliation for Elon Musk’s attempt at cuts to wasteful government spending. Not …
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James Mahlon White
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4/2/25
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If you’re just beginning your career, what are your financial priorities?
You might have student loans to deal with. And you may even be thinking about saving for a down payment on a …
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Rickie Caswell, AAMS Financial Advisor
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4/2/25
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Riding Shank’s Mare
Mother and Dad lived at Edmonson, Mo in their first years of marriage and their most frequent touch with civilization was the little country store at the crossroads. …
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Dianne Peck
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4/2/25
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Dear Editor,
I am writing to lodge my support for the Lakeview Heights Fire Protection District in their effort to seek a first ever tax hike in their history.
I own property in the …
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4/2/25
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There are some new houses going up and some old houses being remodeled in a number of places in Clinton and Warsaw. I remember when Dr. Finke built his house across from Boring’s on Shady Lane …
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James Mahlon White
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3/26/25
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Your Social Security benefits can be an important part of your retirement income — but when should you start collecting them? It’s a big decision, so you’ll want to consider your …
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Rickie Caswell, AAMS Financial Advisor
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3/26/25
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We Should All Be Kings
Each year at the Ides of March, a sensation seems to overtake even the strongest of mortals and we are found having the desire to perpetrate terrible deeds against our …
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Dianne Peck
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3/26/25
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It’s nearly time for city elections for aldermen. Both east and west wards have contested races. I encourage you to vote for the candidate of your choice. Be sure to check out the voting …
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Diana Burdick, City of Cole Camp, Mayor
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3/26/25
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Dear Editor, I appreciated the Donnie Nichols front page column encouraging property owners to look out for the welfare of butterflies and other pollinators. Their survival and ours are ultimately …
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3/19/25
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Aunt Jane died Thursday evening after a series of health setbacks that she fought courageously and with a sense of humor. She had an exuberant spirit that served her well for 94 years. She once …
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James Mahlon White
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3/19/25
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Once you and your spouse retire, you’ll have some decisions to make — decisions that could affect your quality of life in your retirement years. What are these choices?
Here a few of …
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Rickie Caswell, AAMS Financial Advisor
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3/19/25
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Number Please!
It’s somewhat amazing the bizarre thoughts one can have while performing repetitious chores. Just yesterday it occurred to me that my cousin Tootie (now passed) was an …
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Dianne Peck
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3/19/25
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Dear Editor, For the first time in years I’m excited about our country! We have Donald Trump back as President, J.D. Vance as VP and now we have DOGE and Elon Musk! How refreshing! Now …
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3/13/25
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Walking over to the Courthouse this morning, I noticed a few blades of green grass poking through. The first day of spring is next Thursday and it won’t be long until the lake is full of …
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James Mahlon White
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3/13/25
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It’s tax season again — which also means, unfortunately, that it’s time for the annual array of scams aimed at taxpayers. Fortunately, by being alert, you can protect yourself from …
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Rickie Caswell, AAMS Financial Advisor
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3/13/25
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Ride A Good Horse To Death Neither snow, nor rain, nor heat, nor gloom of night, stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds. Thus reads the inscription on the General …
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Dianne Peck
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3/13/25
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Dear Editor,
In a majority vote, the Republicans voted against the Democrats to stop Medicare coverage for telehealth services after March 31, 2025. Starting April 1, most telehealth services …
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3/5/25
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