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Dads2Dads: Stay Put and Speak Up

Oct 02, 2019 at 10:30 am by Dads2Dads

In this column we're careful not to become too political. We try to write about values that cross all lines of political persuasion, race, creed or color. Too, we speak to da.... Read More

18 family festivals to fall for this month

Oct 01, 2019 at 09:00 am by Laura Beth Payne

There can be a lot that divides our city, but one thing that seems to unite is a love of fall. Evidenced in a plethora of corn mazes, pumpkin patches, bashes, festivals, hoedo.... Read More

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Try 'Dayton on a Dime' for your next family getaway

Sep 24, 2019 at 09:08 am by Laura Beth Payne

I don't know how travel plans go for your family, but my husband's and my conversations go something like this: "I have a work trip coming up; do you and the kids want to go?.... Read More

Dads2Dads: The Lies We Tell

Sep 24, 2019 at 09:00 am by Dads2Dads 1

When Bill's sons were in Boy Scouts, they had to learn the Scout Oath and Law. Most of you know them. The first point of the Scout Law is "Tell the truth and keep promises.".... Read More

7 ways to rediscover the Greenway this fall

Sep 17, 2019 at 10:33 am by Laura Beth Payne

I don't know about you, but I don't take advantage of our Greenway system nearly enough. The paths winding around Stones River include 13 trailheads, but my family and I tend.... Read More

Dads2Dads: Ready for College? The Counselor's Point of View

Aug 06, 2019 at 11:00 am by Dads2Dads

A while back, we took advantage of summer time to sit in on a few college orientation sessions targeted to new students. The experience reminded us of when we attended such se.... Read More

Dads2Dads: Ready for college? Knowing when to butt out

Jul 23, 2019 at 10:00 am by Dads2Dads

We've both experienced kids going off to college, so we know full well that parents never totally stay out of the way when it comes to their kid facing a life-changing experie.... Read More

Why I Do Not Wear a Cycling Helmet

Jul 15, 2019 at 09:00 am by The Resolute Cyclist 3

Why don't I wear a helmet when cycling? Well, it's complicated. There are countries such as the Netherlands pictured above, where virtually no one wears a cycling helmet. Why.... Read More

How to help your dog beat the heat

Jul 11, 2019 at 08:00 am by FamilyPetHealth

As we enter the "Dog Days of Summer" this weekend, it is important to protect your pet from the extreme heat. During the hottest days of July and August, dogs are at a far gre.... Read More

Dads2Dads: Why we shouldn't try to live through our kids

Jul 09, 2019 at 10:00 am by Dads2Dads

If only we parents were as successful as we demand our children to be, a dad recently remarked to us. At first glance, that sentiment seems reasonable, even admirable. Why wo.... Read More

5 ways to get better gas mileage this summer

Jul 03, 2019 at 08:00 am by Voice Wire 1

Bridgestone Retail Operations is asking drivers to remember five tips to improve their vehicles' fuel efficiency during the busy summer driving season. According to AAA,.... Read More

Dads2Dads: The Independent Teen

Jul 02, 2019 at 10:08 am by Dads2Dads

This month we celebrate independence. It’s what was called for in July 1776 by 56 representatives in the General Congress. It’s what our teens strive for today. Th.... Read More

Dads2Dads: 'Ol Gramps isn't who he used to be

Jun 25, 2019 at 10:00 am by Dads2Dads

Tom and his wife recently hosted their daughter and her two children for a couple of weeks. The older grandson is 3 years-old; the younger just a baby. The latter child did w.... Read More

Tips for Parents When Their Child Spends the Night with a Friend

Jun 24, 2019 at 08:00 am by Child Advocacy Center

"Before your child heads out to spend the night with a friend this summer, it is important for you to know they will be safe, where they will be, who they will be with, and if.... Read More

Dads2Dads: How to find peace of mind

Jun 04, 2019 at 11:49 am by Dads2Dads

We used to laugh when our teenage kids griped about all they had to do and their lack of peace of mind. What did they have to worry about? Life was furnished to them—al.... Read More