My name is Lori Buchanan. I live in Pawnee, Oklahoma. I am writing in regards to Troy Roberson. He was originally from Pawnee. He probably doesn’t remember me, but hopefully would remember my brother, Mike Minney. He and Mike were classmates.

Attention all Blue Water Navy Veterans and widows, “On January 29, 2019 the Federal Circuit held that the clear intent of 38 U.S.C. 1116 is that a veteran who served in the territorial sea of the “Republic of Vietnam” is entitled to the presumption of exposure to Agent Orange. This class of veterans is generally known as “blue water” Navy veterans; but any claim based on the court’s expanded definition of exposure, regardless of branch of service, might be included.

We hope you read Dan Robinson’s fine article, “Relationship clicked for honored Big and Little Sister,” on the front page of Friday’s (Feb. 15) Times. The article described the relationship between Big Sister Kathleen Hilty and Little Sister Baylee Aldrich, who met when Baylee was a student at Hardin Community School.

I am very thankful for what Hardin Leadership taught me. Originally not being from Kenton, I always felt like I was missing something, or didn't know anything about the place I now call home.

To the editor: Kenton has wonderful people that makes sure the snow is shoveled when needed on Henry Street. Doug Ashba has done this for many years. This past snow storm, Matt Winegardner and Curtis Baum were added to the “snow angel” list. Jerri Cowen Kenton

The extreme cold we've experienced this week will become more common in the future. So will intense heat and heavy rains. Climate change makes extreme weather more frequent and more intense.

As a Mental Health First Aid Instructor, I recently had the pleasure of teaching staff at Upper Scioto Valley Schools. This is a 3-year certification course that teaches participants how to provide assistance to someone facing a mental health problem or crisis.

Student development beyond the classroom experience is a priority at USV. The 2018/2019 school year has brought a number of growth-based opportunities for PK - 12th grade students at Upper Scioto Valley. Multiple initiatives centered on educating the whole student have been implemented as a means to expose students to the transferable skills needed to help meet the challenges facing young people today.

Christmas and the New Year holidays are quickly approaching and United Way of Hardin County is nearing the final lap for the 2019 campaign. What an exciting time!

To the voters of Hardin County: On behalf of the following law enforcement officials, we thank you for giving informed consideration with your vote in this past election in determining the outcome of Constitutional Issue 1.