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I’m envious of people who have artistic talents.
A few software versions ago, I felt I could hold my own in graphic design. A few years back, however, I alerted anyone who needed to know …
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By John McLoone
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5/28/25
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Two events that took place last Monday demonstrated how misguided the priorities of the current administration are when it comes to immigration policy. The first is when Deputy Secretary of State …
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By Mayor Scott Jalling
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5/28/25
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I lived through the heart attack that, thankfully, wasn’t. Some background: By virtue of winning, or losing, the genetic lottery, I landed firmly on the McLoone side. Men are bald, carry a …
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By John McLoone
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5/20/25
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It is spring, things are growing, and it is time to think happy thoughts. Last year because of shoulder pain, I couldn’t do any work in my flower bed, so needless to say, I will have to do …
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By Cindy Cardinal
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5/18/25
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I have visited Benjamin Franklin’s grave at the Christ Church Burial Ground in Philadelphia, the city of brotherly love. Old Ben must be spinning in it right now, his supply of brotherly love …
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By Bill Barth
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5/18/25
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I don’t know how it happened, but somewhere in the last couple months, I turned into an old man. Winter, I believe, aged me. I feel like I went into it with at least a little vim and vigor. …
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By John McLoone
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5/13/25
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By the time this hits print, there could be a new pope. It’s unlikely that the 133 cardinals gathered in the Sistine chapel will arrive at a choice that quickly, but stranger things have …
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By John McLoone
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5/7/25
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What a spectacular birthday bash weekend!! I'd like to hand out a lot of thank yous for making this event a success starting first with the Centennial Committee. The dedication and commitment from …
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By Scott Jalling, Mayor of Owen
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5/4/25
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Dear Editor: Funding for institutions of higher learning, including the University of Wisconsin’s campuses in Wausau and Marshfield, is being used to coerce them into following philosophical …
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5/4/25
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This past weekend was a time of both celebration and sadness. On Saturday, we held the first big event of Owen’s Centennial celebration. And everything went as it should. It was a time to be …
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By Cindy Cardinal
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5/4/25
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When it comes to building wealth, long-term investing remains one of the most effective strategies for everyday individuals. While the idea of watching your investments grow over time is appealing, …
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By Jack Syryczuk
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5/4/25
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The older I get the cooler I get. I’m not talking about cool, like I was in high school, with my hair feathered back and collar up. I’m talking about temperature. At some point in life, I …
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By John McLoone
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4/24/25
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By John McLoone
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4/21/25
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April is Earth Month! An entire month dedicated to learning about and protecting the amazing planet that we live on. April also contains Earth Day on the 22nd and Arbor Day, which takes place on the …
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By Megan Kelsey
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4/17/25
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This week’s column is one of those “Just Glancin’ Around O-W” stories that I sometimes write. I traveled to Owen, Wisconsin on April 4–6 from my home in southeast …
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By Allan Hodnett
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4/17/25
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With all the bad news that has surrounded our area in the past week, and Easter on the horizon, it is time for a little Easter fun.
Most of us have probably been to an Easter egg hunt at some …
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By Cindy Cardinal
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4/17/25
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What an exciting weekend at the O-W Area Chamber Business Expo. The Centennial Committee had a very successful day with their jail and bail fundraiser. I would like to thank all those who took time …
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By Scott Jalling, Mayor Of Owen
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4/11/25
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To the Editor: Democrats are claiming victory in last week’s Supreme Court race, but Judge Crawford’s win was much more than that. Democrats comprise barely a third of the electorate. I …
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4/11/25
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The financial consequences of Donald Trump’s latest round of tariffs have been significant ($6 trillion of wealth lost in the stock market last Thursday and Friday), and a lot of media have …
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By Jimmy Cardinal
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4/11/25
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I would like to invite everyone down to the Old School to take part in this year's Business Expo to be held this Saturday, April 5 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. There will be many exciting events …
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By Scott Jalling- Mayor of Owen
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4/5/25
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