Appalachia Rising: The Power of Story
I attended a story circle workshop many years ago where each participant was given a brief amount of time to tell his/her story. A topic was chosen and approximately thirty-five…
What Do You Need to Know About Voting in Ohio?
In recent months, Dayton has been plastered with campaign posters but many residents still have no idea how to participate in the upcoming mid-term election. A mid-term election happens halfway…
Baker’s Beat: The 2020 Census
What is the Census? Is it some annoying person knocking on your door to try and get into your personal business? Is it the government trying to get a head…
John McCain passes at 81
Senator John McCain, a war hero, past presidential candidate and politician, passed away at age 81 from a malignant brain tumor, on August 25. McCain was at his Arizona home…
Upon Further Review: Water on the Moon?
NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine has plans to expand our understanding of the moon using the ice on its surface. What makes these plans special though, is the fact that it…
Upon Further Review: The Chinese Trade War is Slamming Farmers Across the Nation
The Trade War against China, though seemingly small to most Americans, is having a major effect on farmers, especially those right here in the outer parts of Dayton and throughout…