If you haven't dropped by the farmers' market, located in Smithville behind Ace Hardware, this is a great weekend to come on down. We have the season's earliest fresh produce including lettuce, kale, chard, spring onions, watercress, and herbs. The early birds get the eggs and fried pies; they go quick. There are all kinds of baked goods, canned goods, vegetable and herb plants, and the best barbecue, hot wings, and smoked meats in town. Read More

At the age of four, I pretty much knew what I wanted in life. That list included at least one miniature horse, a swimming pool in my backyard, and as few vegetables on my plate as possible. Don't tell any of the other grown-ups, because they'd never let me live it down, but I still want those things. I'm not as picky these days-I'd take a pony if no miniature horses were available and I ... Read More

At the age of four, I pretty much knew what I wanted in life. That list included at least one miniature horse, a swimming pool in my backyard, and as few vegetables on my plate as possible. Don't tell any of the other grown-ups, because they'd never let me live it down, but I still want those things. I'm not as picky these days-I'd take a pony if no miniature horses were available and I ... Read More

There was once a man who travelled far and wide. Although he travelled extensively and constantly, he only carried one bag with him, which he kept within his reach at all times. This bag did not contain any worldly treasure. It merely contained mementos of his life which the Traveler could not bear to part with. Read More

A gift tea in honor of Lindsy Ervin, bride-elect of Ryan Winfree, was held Sunday afternoon in the fellowship hall at New Home Baptist Church. They got a lot of nice and useful gifts. Read More

In the valley we have had rain, sunshine, high winds, rain again, sunshine today and rain forecasted for tonight and tomorrow. Everything is green, flowers are blooming, and we are hoping for warmer weather! Read More

Barbara Lawson visited Sue Arnold recently. Read More

This week at the market you'll find tasty treats for your Mother's Day get-togethers on Sunday: from-scratch baked goodies, smoked meats and delicious barbecue, farm fresh eggs with deep golden yolks, beautiful lettuce to make a dazzling salad, salad dressing made from fresh ingredients, as well as vanilla extract in beautiful gift bottles, and locally-roasted coffee. Don't forget to pick up a flower bouquet, too. Choose from a variety of vegetable and herbs plants to ... Read More

It seems the evening news is not what it used to be. People seemed more concerned and interested in celebrity gossip than the State of the Union. Only today a story was featured concerning the arrest of Reese Witherspoon (a well known actress from Nashville) by an Atlanta police officer. As the video from the dash camera from the police car indicated, she was very belligerent, asking “Do you know who I am?” Read More

All the news in the valley last weekend was “flash floods” and the forecast is right rain all day Saturday and all day Sunday. The valley received about four and a half inches of rain. Read More

All the news you hear on television is about the Boston Marathon and the bombs which caused three deaths and hundreds injured in hospitals. Read More

Including lots of fresh produce in your diet is a simple and direct way to empower yourself by improving your health. Finding the time to cook with fresh foods can require a lifestyle change for many families who are used to the convenience of pre-cooked frozen meals and fast food. Read More

“And the sign says, 'Long-haired freaky people need not apply.' So I tucked all my hair up under my hat and I went in to ask him why. He said 'You look like a fine, upstanding young man - I think you'll do.' So I took off my hat and said, 'Imagine that! Huh... me, working for you!' … Signs, Signs, Everywhere there's signs. Blocking out the scenery. Breaking my mind. Do this! Don't do that! Can't you read the signs?” (Five Man Electrical Band) Read More

The young woman wrapped the shawl more tightly about her to ward off the night chill. Her steps were swift and her eyes watchful lest anyone should be following her. It would be disastrous if the law found their secret meeting place. It changed weekly in order so that no pattern could be detected. However, there were always men willing to do another's bidding for a little money. One word spoken to the wrong person, ... Read More

You know those kids that call their parents by their first name and are unimpressed with everything? There's this sort of stereotypical image that goes along with it: a spoiled child who doesn't respect adults and maybe can cry on cue. Those are the kids that do it, right? Wrong. Read More

Phil George visited Barbara Self and brought pictures of their families to show her. Read More

Spring is here. It is green from hillside to hillside in the Dry Creek Valley. Read More

This past weekend was a beautiful weekend. Some yard sales were held.  Lawnmowers were heard.  People were outside everywhere. Read More

Congratulations to Lucy Young, her name was drawn on WJLE birthday club last Wednesday for a free dinner at Kilgore’s Restaurant. Read More

On the morning of April 1 the sun was shining brightly in the valley, but there was still a cool breeze. There were no April Fool’s pranks played here. Read More