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“A beautifully sunlit morning and a brief moment of clarity has helped me to put the whirlwind that it is my life into a wholly new perspective today. I’ve experienced a lot of changes in the past several months, almost none of which can be planned for. These changes have sent me headlong into a new life with new goals, and have also resulted in my crossing paths with several people; some acquaintances and some who were strangers to me. Through it all I’ve tried to keep a good head on my shoulders and take things as they came to me; all the while reminding myself to appreciate ...

‘Rolling Hills Radio’ To Feature Wells, Healing Committee Feb. 23

WRFA-LP 107.9 FM’s “Rolling Hills Radio” will welcome back two program alumni in a new setting for its upcoming 61st episodes. The program will host a pair of diverse and eclectic singer-songwriters in Annie Wells and Alan “ADub” Whitney on Thursday, Feb. 23 in the second of a ...

Ashville Author Carlson Publishes Second Children’s Book

An Ashville author’s sophomoric effort in the way of published works aims to boost the confidence and self-esteem of young readers. Mary Carlson’s second children’s book, “Princess Casey,” was published in October by Archway Publishing, and chronicles a young girl’s journey ...

‘Chautauqua’s Got Talent’ Auditions To Be Held Monday

Area entertainers of all trades are invited to The Spire Theater to audition for the eighth annual “Chautauqua’s Got Talent” competition Monday. Auditions will be held over a single session at the theater, where contest hopefuls are invited to display their talents before a panel of ...

Zen Kayaking

Every winter, when I write an article for the Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy from my Florida home, I feel a little guilty. Here I sit, gazing outside at clear blue skies while enjoying a pleasant 75 degree breeze through the screens in my porch. Then, I log onto the weather for Jamestown, ...

Skiing And Snow; What’s Not To Love About Winter

To say our society is polarized right now on many issues may be an understatement. Some are more important than others — Democrat or Republican, Microsoft or Apple and this weekend, Falcons or Patriots. I am a firm believer in the “gray.” There is often value in both sides and one ...