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Area fairs keep summertime fun

2009-07-05T11:48:00-04:00

Carnival rides, funnel cakes, food and craft exhibits and livestock shows. Ready or not, it's time for the blue ribbon event of every summer -- county fairs. Check out our look at upcoming events.

Scott Depot home decorated with patriotic theme

2009-07-04T23:30:43-04:00

SCOTT DEPOT, W.Va. -- It doesn't have to be July 4 for Toby Gilkerson's friends and family to enjoy the red, white and blue.

Art and Craft alive and well in American design

2009-07-05T00:00:00-04:00

At this spring's Architectural Digest Home Design Show in New York, technological marvels were everywhere. "Green" appliances; high tech kitchens; clever ways to integrate, hide or otherwise disguise the working components of our homes.

Thrill-loving mom gives no sympathy to fearful daughter

2009-07-05T00:00:00-04:00

DEAR ABBY: I'm a 15-year-old girl, and I have always had a fear of heights. But my mother and sister love thrill rides. As a result, we often go to theme parks. When we do, I'll usually go on a couple of the "kiddie rides," which is what Mom calls "mild" rides. Mom and my sister try to drag me on the roller coasters, but I always say no.

Jean McClelland: Davy Crockett a reminder of childhood hero

2009-07-05T00:00:00-04:00

"Davy Crockett, King of the Wild Frontier" came to the big screen in 1955 after enjoying a wildly popular television series. Along with the movie was the song, "Ballad of Davy Crockett," which landed on the Hit Parade.

Pageants

2009-07-05T00:00:00-04:00

BARBOURSVILLE FALL FEST QUEEN AND TEEN PAGEANT

Campgrounds, RV parks spend green to go 'green'

2009-07-05T00:00:00-04:00

HOPKINS TOWNSHIP, Mich. -- There's a lot about Clay's Park Resort that appeals to Janet Durtschi, including its ongoing effort to get "greener."

Don McMillian: Local home built with unique design

2009-07-05T00:00:00-04:00

This extraordinary Regency Modern Ensign home is located in the historic Saint Cloud district of Central City.

People talk

2009-07-05T00:00:00-04:00

Bashful Babes -- June 26: Marge McInerney, Fannie Rowsey and Bettye Dunfee.

Reunions

2009-07-05T00:00:00-04:00

HUNTINGTON HIGH SCHOOL: The Huntington High School Class of 1999 is having its 10th high school reunion on Saturday, July 11, with an optional re-meet and greet on Friday, July 10. Tickets are $40 in advance and $50 at the door. To pay in advance, visit www.myspace.com/hhsreunionclassof99 or mail check to Anna Lewis at 171 2nd St., Huntington, WV 25705.

The Carey Brothers: Radiant Leaks

2009-07-04T23:30:43-04:00

QUESTION: The radiant heating system in my Eichler home began to leak. A plumber added a chemical to the system which stopped the leak temporarily, but now it is back. What can I do, and is there an alternative? Rudy.