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During the Vietnam War, a U.S. Navy LPN amphibious landing craft transporting Marines pulled into the San Diego Naval Base and docked for several days before heading once again for the Gulf of Tonkin …
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By Allen Englebright
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10/30/23
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It was 340 years ago that Isaac Newton was asked by Edmond Halley for help with a planetary motion problem. Newton spent his time during the Black Plague Pandemic reading and working to rectify all …
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By Terry Sullivan
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10/30/23
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Drug use has been a topic of discussion for centuries.
It has been linked to economic, social and political problems all over the world. Specifically, people who use drugs have faced a …
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By Jonathan Burns
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10/27/23
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Halloween is just around the corner. This annual celebration has something for everyone – from spooky decorations to costumes, and of course, tasty treats.
Sweet treats are plentiful this …
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By Eva Kirchner
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10/27/23
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Here is a compilation of stories appearing in the October 1923 issue of the Paris Beacon-News. Spelling and punctuation have not been changed unless necessary for clarity.
AS SAFEGUARD FROM …
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By Callie Baber
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10/23/23
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Every once in a while I make a fool out of myself because Rosie says I should pay attention a little better.
Today we were eating lunch at Wendy’s and when we were waiting in line we met …
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By Roger Stanley
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10/23/23
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I find Deborah fascinating because in the ancient Israeli male-dominated society, she was highly esteemed. She was known for her wisdom, intelligence and courage.
Deborah was a prophet. …
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By Laurie Williams
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10/23/23
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It didn’t seem so at the time, but the sale of Manhattan Island for something like $20 in value to Caucasian colonists will never go down in history as one of the smartest decisions ever made. …
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By Allen Englebright
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10/23/23
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Throughout history a coin toss has been used for major decisions. The city of Portland, Ore., was famously named in 1845 with a coin toss between business partners Asa Lovejoy, of Boston, Mass., and …
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By Terry Sullivan
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10/23/23
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You may spend decades contributing to various retirement accounts. But for some accounts, such as a traditional IRA and 401(k), you must start withdrawing funds at a certain point. What should you …
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By Derrick Lorenzen
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10/16/23
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I remember when I was just a little squirt going to Grandpa’s farm on Saturdays to catch a ride on those old wagons full of corn.
Many times, my brother and I walked right on the edge of …
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By Roger Stanley
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10/16/23
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Here is a compilation of stories appearing in the October 1924 issues of the Paris Beacon-News. The October 1924 volume is misplaced so Out of the Past is 99 years instead of a century ago.
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By Callie baber
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10/16/23
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Fall weather has arrived and cold-blooded reptiles are about to disappear for the winter.
Reptiles are vertebrates with a backbone and skeleton. They have lungs and they never go through a phase …
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By Terry Sullivan
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10/16/23
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Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) is a growing initiative designed to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to support young people experiencing mental health issues.
The …
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By Jonathan Burns
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10/16/23
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Sept. 11. Remember that date? That is when terrorists hijacked airliners, need I remind anyone?
One plane deliberately crashed into the Pentagon. Another crashed into a Pennsylvania field. It …
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By Allen Englebright
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10/16/23
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My mom told me I was born during bean cuttin’ days.
Oct. 30, 1937, is a day my dad and mom will remember because that was the day I was hatched according to Granny Henry.
On that day, …
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By Roger Stanley
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10/12/23
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Here is a compilation of stories appearing in the September 1924 issues of the Paris Beacon-News. The September 1923 volume is misplaced so Out of the Past is 99 years instead of a century ago.
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By Callie Baber
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10/12/23
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We know the story of the Israelites began when God made a covenant with Abraham. God appeared to Abraham repeatedly.
Integral to the beginning story is Abraham’s wife, Sarah. Sarah and …
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By Laurie Williams
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10/9/23
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Kentuckians have a reputation of being quick to wield a gun when solving bitter disputes or dealing with thieves.
It’s an old trait their ancestors brought to Appalachia during the …
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By Allen Engebright
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10/9/23
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This coming Saturday, Oct. 14 is the first of two eclipse opportunities. The Harvest Full Moon occurred on Sept. 29 and was larger and brighter than normal. It was also a Supermoon, which is when the …
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By Terry Sullivan
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10/9/23
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