Life on the farm- Larry McDermott
Septic systems are flush with our sins
The septic system is one of those out-of-sight, out-of-mind linchpins for homeowners that can bring misery or satisfaction.…
Life on the farm- Larry McDermott
Recurring dreams now farm based
For years, there were these recurring dreams common for many of us. Being late for the final exam.…
Life on the farm- Larry McDermott
Dogs, cats and the pain of it all
I have been thinking a lot this week about Martha Stewart. Not about her spot-on culinary skills…
Life on the farm- Larry McDermott
Balloon releases cause problems
You’ve seen the sight before. Perhaps you even have participated, thinking that a warm feeling from a balloon…
Life on the farm- Larry McDermott
Tryon equestrian history fouled at the finish line
When blue ribbons have been awarded in Tryon’s local history, The Cotton Patch was always in the winner’s…
Life on the farm- Larry McDermott
State puts out a hit contract on Bradford pear trees
We’re being invaded by the Bradfords and the state needs your help to fend them off before they…
Life on the farm- Larry McDermott
Time to charge people who have to be rescued?
Despite this weekend’s blast of cold weather, warmer days are coming. That means more hikers will be on…
Opinion
Shooting the messenger is the oldest game around
I have been shot more times than a villain in a spaghetti western. That’s because I have been…
Opinion
Getting education off on the right foot
A lot of what we need to know in life can be learned from animals, especially horses. …
Columnists
Magical winter wonderland or not
Lots of people just can’t drive in the snow, as we all were painfully reminded last week. If…
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