August 2016

You’re yellow

While the statement “you’re yellow” is not a compliment, the color yellow seems to complement the summer season. It is evident in the blazing sun…







NFL threatens to suspend 4 players

NEW YORK (AP) – The NFL is still seeking an audience with the four linebackers it’s investigating for an alleged link to performance-enhancing drugs. The…



Recent Deaths 8/16/16

William Lee Tenney, 56, of Oil City, died Aug. 13, 2016. Dan Patrick McDonough Sr., 64, of Cooperstown, died Aug. 14, 2016. Mary L. Elder,…



Pet of the day 8/15/16

Name: Minee Breed: Domestic Shorthair mix Age: 3 months Sex: Male Size: Small Color: White/ black Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption price: $40.00 Minee can…







Pirates take rubber game from L.A.

LOS ANGELES (AP) – Josh Harrison and Adam Frazier each had four hits, Sean Rodriguez homered and had four RBIs and the Pittsburgh Pirates spoiled…



Recent Deaths 8/15/16

June E. Robinson, 84, of Franklin, died Aug. 12, 2016. Joshua J. Kuntz, 40, of West Hickory, died Aug. 12, 2016. Beverly A. Beach, 61,…




Tour de Franklin

The Tour de Franklin will be held as part of the Rock in River Festival on Saturday, Aug. 20. The ride will begin at 11:30 a.m. at the…







Riot at VisionQuest

Four youths incited a riot at VisionQuest in Franklin and assaulted a staff member, police said. The incident occurred at 8:37 p.m. Thursday at VisionQuest’s…







Recent Deaths 8/13/16

Melinda J. “Lin” Yingling, 65, of Franklin, died Friday, Aug. 12, 2016. Shirley I. Wilkinson died Thursday, Aug. 11, 2016. Emma Jean Fiscus, 80, of Kingsville, died Thursday, Aug….


Helping out

Clarion PAWS is looking for some volunteers. Precious Paws is seeking the owner of an injured cat the rescue is helping and many adorable animals…


Pet of the day 8/12/16

Name: Bear Breed: German Shepherd Mix Age: 3 years Sex: Male Size: Large Color: Black/ red Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Bear can be found at…


My 10-year-old teacher

“Do you want to come see my goats?” I turned around and looked down to see Ethan Knapp of the Milkmasters 4-H club staring up…









Recent Deaths 8/12/16

Shirley I. Wilkinson, 78, formerly of Oil City, died Aug. 11, 2016. Alvin Eugene Carlson, 87, formerly of Clarion Limestone, died Aug. 8, 2016. William…




Pet of the day 8/11/16

Name: Stanley Breed: Maine Coon Mix Age: 4 years Sex: Male Size: Medium Color: Black/ tan Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption price: $40.00 Stanley can…