By Doug Shamblin Our county seat is known for flooding since it is located on the banks of the Ohio River. Most of the floods do not cause much damage, but some have been very destructive. The merchants located along the riverfront are well versed in a quick cleanup so they can be back […]
By Doug Shamblin We have been told that a mind is a terrible thing to waste. We also know that the mind is a wonderful tool that God has given us and we must feed and protect it. Feeding the Mind In our small town area there are three grocery stores and 16 […]
By Doug Shamblin In the wedding scene of the movie The Princess Bride an impressive clergyman begins the ceremony by trying to say, “Marriage. Marriage is what brings us together today. Marriage, that blessed arrangement, that dream within a dream.” Many women (and some men) dream of how their wedding day will be. We […]
By Doug Shamblin I enjoy living in the country. I love to wake up in the spring to hear the frogs and birds singing their magnificent songs. In the summer, my dog and I yearn for the time when the breeze comes to refresh us from the heat of the day. The fall brings […]
By Bob Hightchew A church hired a young minister. The church was small, running less than 100 people. The young minister loved the people and loved his work. He preached sound doctrine and taught sound biblical lessons. The Lord grew the church to more than 2,000 members. The years passed quickly and it came […]
