Lately, the days have seemed a bit brighter and longer than expected, the frogs are singing in the choir of the evenings, and the Daffodils have started blooming showing off their beautiful yellow …
When you remember your schooling, whether it was elementary, middle or high school, you will most likely point to an individual that you remember fondly or perhaps not so fondly. Chemistry becomes …
Today when I woke up with my mind swirling, I suddenly realized I was letting too many current events get the best of me. These are troubling times for sure. So much division and criticism in the …
I’ve noticed lately how the fishermen are getting amped up for the spring tournaments. A recent trip to my local bait shop confirmed my suspicions. There were brochures everywhere promoting those …
As one gets older our physiology changes. While anatomy is what something is made of, physiology is what it does and how it does it. It is how it runs. For instance, my truck may have the same parts …
Ever hear the old expression, the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach? I think that is certainly true, and my husband will agree. There are lots of love put into daily preparing food. Just …
Black History Month in Appalachia is the opportunity to recognize, celebrate and honor those African Americans who didn’t allow stereotypes or regional prejudice to hinder their dreams and …
Russ and I have been Advocate subscribers for about 50 years. It helped us stay connected to our hometown and our roots. Reading The Advocate before writing was how this all started for me. I have …
There’s no doubt what we do makes an impression on our young people and those who look up to us. Just as I remember buying my first new gun, I also remember my first new knife. Not only was I …
Information from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, under the direction of Commissioner Jim Gray, shows a recently conducted scheduled structural inspection of the KY-11 Cumberland River Bridge on …
The Superbowl is the grand finale to NFL season, soon enough the 50 yard line will give way to the crack of a bat and 9 innings, many a sports fan will follow the next big season of their fan fueled …
As a young girl life was carefree. I ran barefoot up and down The Lane catching sunbeams in a jar, climbing grandma’s apple trees, and falling asleep on lazy days under the willow tree. I was …
In a small town such as Barbourville, police officers are responsible for far more than enforcing the law; they serve as the community’s primary first responders and problem solvers. Their duties …
Years ago, I decided to make a special keepsake for each of my nieces and nephews. After reading the original story about Raggedy Ann written by Johnny B. Gruelle my decision was made! My keepsake …
The past few days have been filled with fear and worry as we began to prepare for the first winter snow of 2026. My heart always goes out to people who have to work outside or drive in it when the …
My hunting season is over. I have scheduled a couple of fishing trips, but they are a few weeks away. Until then, I am surrounded by everything man-made. I don’t mind this too much after a season …
The bass fishing tournaments are getting ready to start with a vengeance. Once they begin, each weekend will offer another opportunity to fish for money. All bass tournaments have pretty much the …
I got such a laugh out of the lady who said her husband, after 40 years of marriage, still gets upset when she uses his toothbrush. “So,” she said, “if anyone knows a better way to get dog doo …
As many of you know, The Mountain Advocate has sister newspapers from Mt. Sterling to Pineville. Included among them is The Berea Citizen, led by my friend and fellow Kentucky Press Association board …
How many of those newly made resolutions have already been broken? Most think, “New year, new me” and with that mentality comes the desires to be healthier and fit. Gyms are running specials on …