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Kyle’s Korner: Missing the old general stores and simpler times
BY KYLE LOVERN The idea of the super department stores where you can do a lot of things in one place is not such a new marketing strategy. Many of us can remember the old general stores that were located in most communities. Sure you can go into certain large “box” stores now and get…
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Kyle’s Corner: Funny country song titles that will make you smile
BY KYLE LOVERN Country music has become very popular over the last few years and has crossed genres. There are many great country songs, but there are also those with funny titles and lyrics that can make you chuckle. Here are a few of those that might bring a smile to your day. Perhaps my…
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Kyle’s Korner: Appalachian superstitions continue through the years
KYLE LOVERN Growing up in Appalachia, I’m sure many of you have heard of certain superstitions from your parents, grandparents or other elderly folks you are acquainted with. I have always found these tales interesting and somewhat amusing, even though I have grown to believe many of them. A lot of the superstitions I heard…
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Kyle’s Korner: Springtime Memories
Growing up in the Tug Valley I love this time of year as springtime valiantly tries to squeeze through the many “winters” we deal with. Hearing all the frogs croaking brings back many fond memories. Seeing the pink dogwood blooms, the red tulips burst out with their bright colors, and the yellow daffodils never fail…