Not many of us will ever be as wise as a Plato or a Socrates, or a Solomon. Very few of us will ever understand the philosophies that give us a Watergate or a ghetto, or an electric chair. We do not have the wisdom to understand the economics of spending vast sums to explore …
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The Haletown Volunteer Fire Department received word last week that they’ve been awarded a grant the will help the department with essential equipment purchases. According to the grant website, the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation Grant is intended “..to impact the lifesaving capabilities, and the lives of local heroes and their communities by providing lifesaving …
With the passing of July 4th, summer has reached it’s midpoint and back-to-school time will soon be here. While most parents know very well the day and dates, sometimes we do need a little reminder…and with that, here’s the school calendars for our area public schools (and others, as provided)… We have also linked to …
The Marion County Market, the monthly farmers and crafters market held on the Courthouse Square in Jasper is planning for their upcoming August market Saturday with a “Back to School” event that even involves area kids to take part as vendors. The Market which is held on the second Saturday of each month from 10am-2pm …
The Haletown Volunteer Fire Department was called-out to assist with a fallen tree blocking the the 1900 block of US-41 last night. The call came in just after 9pm CDT. Upon arrival, firefighters discovered that a large hornet nest was still attached to the tree and require removal before the tree could be safely cleared …
