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Rich: Saying good-bye to a great character

After early church and Sunday school, Mama and I had hurried to the grocery store. An older friend was ailing badly with the flu, so I told Mama I'd make him some quick homemade chicken soup and she could make the cornbread muffins. Then, I'd run it over to him.

March 15, 2008 | Ronda Rich | Columnists


Hone relationship skills before dating

David Elkind, professor of child study at Tufts University and author of "The Hurried Child," lists several reasons why early dating is a problem for young people. He says youth younger than age 14 do not have the social and interpersonal skills that are required in dating situations.

March 13, 2008 | Debbie Wilburn | Columnists


Love from a father knows no bounds

On February 10, 2006, Joshua Coleman Myers entered the world. Before Cole was born, I worried about his arrival. I worried about whether I could love him as much as I love Chloe. I know, I know, that sounds pretty ridiculous, but that was my fear. What if I found myself favoring her over him, simply because she's the first born and has been here longer? I was also afraid that my love for Chloe ...

March 12, 2008 | Parrish Myers | Columnists


Safety knife sheds light on cutting

I have discovered the best utility knife in the world - at least in my humble opinion. It's the Rapid Edge with the Saf-T-Vue light.

March 12, 2008 | Tim Thompson | Columnists


Skaggs: ‘Grow’ a good kid through gardening

Spring is fast approaching, and for many, spring means planting a vegetable garden.

March 11, 2008 | Billy Skaggs | Columnists


Wilburn: Get in shape before spring is sprung

Two simple facts we know of affect weight loss: take in less calories when eating and burn more calories with physical activity.

March 09, 2008 | Debbie Wilburn | Columnists


Lunch guys: At least sandwich has pretty good ham

"Black Forest Ham" is what Subway is pushing now, so of course it's what we Lunch Guys are eating. In the franchise that Jared built, this ham is a lean option with the promise of you ending up an "after" picture in Subway's next weight-loss ad. But is this Black Forest Ham sub all promise and no punch?

March 09, 2008 | By Tom James and Chris Tauber For The Times | Columnists


Rich: You have to plan to waste some time

Editor's note: Ronda Rich's mother, Bonelle Satterfield, died Sunday. This column was written in advance.

March 08, 2008 | Ronda Rich | Columnists


Thompson: Built-in lights make these gloves genius

I've never done a tip on a pair of gloves, but these gloves are special. They're made by Mechanix, a company that is well respected for making the best work gloves in the world. They're so good that most NASCAR crew members use them. The pair of gloves that I'm going to tell you about today are special because they have built-in LED lights on them. The LED lights put ...

March 06, 2008 | Tim Thompson | Columnists


Skaggs: Quality of water affected by runoff

With the ongoing coverage of our lingering drought, much of the "water talk" has focused on water quantity. And while quantity is important, we must not forget water quality.

March 04, 2008 | Billy Skaggs | Columnists


England: Hardy yellow flowers of winter aconite works well in sun

Question: What is winter aconite?Answer: Winter aconite (Eranthis species) is a tiny ephemeral that bears yellow flowers on 2- to 3-inch stems. Sometimes called wolf's bane, it blooms in late winter about the same time as the very earliest daffodils in zone seven. There are eight species of the Eranthis genus, their native range is scattered from Japan through much of Asia and ...

March 04, 2008 | Russell England | Columnists


Lunch guys: Wendy’s Fish Filet picks fight with McDonald’s

There actually aren't that many more fish in the sea, at least when we're talking the Sea of Lunch. McDonald's has had the Filet-o-Fish since the dawn of fish itself, but besides that, only a few national chains have dipped their toe in the water.

March 02, 2008 | By Tom James and Chris Tauber For The Times | Columnists


Wilburn: A few extra tools in the kitchen can simplify cooking

Have you ever felt like a circus juggler trying to do everything at the same time in your kitchen without dropping the ball? Here are some kitchen items you might want to add to your kitchen to reduce the number of balls you're trying to keep in the air!

March 02, 2008 | Debbie Wilburn | Columnists


Rich: Great marriages don’t need fancy weddings

My friend, Susan, married the other day. Been claiming that she was going to. Then, she up and did it. Just like that.

March 01, 2008 | Ronda Rich | Columnists


Myers: Trust helps us accept the reality of suffering

It is a question that many people, Christian and non-Christian alike, struggle with. It is a question that I myself have struggled with for many years. Even after seminary and almost 10 years as a pastor, I find no easy answers.

February 28, 2008 | Parrish Myers | Columnists


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Off the Shelves: 'Hackers of Oz' revives a classic

Back in 2011, I created a list of the top holiday-themed books I love. One book was "Jacob Marley's Christmas Carol." The author, Tom Mula, has finally (and thankfully) released a new book this year which pays homage to another great literary classic while giving it an inventive spin.

June 16, 2013 | Alison Reeger Cook | Columnists


Earth Sense: Proper drainage can prevent basement leaks

Boats leak from the bottom. But a house can leak from the top or the bottom.

June 15, 2013 | Rudi Kiefer | Columnists


Excessive moisture problematic for gardens

Plants and lawns cannot survive without water, but it is possible to have too much of a good thing.

June 14, 2013 | Wanda Cannon | Columnists


Proper hot dog safety

Hot dogs are often a staple food for camping and grilling in the backyard and at tailgates parties.

June 12, 2013 | Sandra Stringer | Columnists


Eyes of the Father: Raising His voice to get our attention

The other night I went into the kitchen and poured myself a glass of juice. Chloe came in and said she needed to take some medicine before she went to bed. So, I set the juice on the counter and reached for her medicine bottle.

June 09, 2013 | Parrish Myers | Columnists


Earth Sense: North Georgia's summer pattern can vary

North Georgia's summer climate is often called "hot and humid." But that's not really accurate. There are times when it's warm and humid, and other times when it's hot and dry.

June 09, 2013 | Rudi Kiefer | Columnists


Controlling snakes around the house

Not too many animals in the world get quite the same emotional response as snakes when they are found in the woods or around the house. People have been repulsed by and attracted to snakes ever since the dawn of time.

June 07, 2013 | Michael Wheeler | Columnists


Escape back to ancient times of winemaking

Those who find the subject of wine fascinating are advised to grab a book I just finished. No, not my copy; buy one of your own. It truly is one of the best offerings on the subject I have encountered in 30-plus years.

June 05, 2013 | Randall Murray | Columnists


Eyes of the Father: Words have power to hurt

Cole and I went shopping at Walmart. As we walked toward the door, I saw her. She was obviously in poor health.

May 26, 2013 | Parrish Myers | Columnists


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