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Semi-automatics are not ‘assault’ rifles – just good defense
There is only one type of firearm that was not originally designed as an assault weapon. I’ll let…
‘Black Rifles’ popular for a reason, with innovative technology
The black rifle is all the rage these days. Eugene Stoner originally designed it for the 7.62x51mm U.S.…
The barbecue-and-cancer question: Is there a connection?
Do you ever have a question about nutrition that hovers around the edges of your mind for a…
Letters to the editor: Remembering 9/11, school board
Remembering 9/11 heroes Editor: I’m not sure where to start this. I will just dive in. As we…
Side benefit of pandemic may be increased public participation
We appreciate the local town hall meeting organized by state Rep. Jami Cate and Sen. Fred Girod in…
Creating a healthy menu from discount groceries
Grocery shopping and cooking used to be a real hobby for me. I shouldn’t say “used to be,”…
School district seeks input on facilities needs
Editor, Lebanon Community School District is conducting a survey of residents. The goal is to collect information about…
Cool tech aside, legislative process better when it’s in-person
COVID has been difficult for everyone and that’s included our government representatives. Where you stand on the coronavirus…
Kids and snacking: Finding a happy, healthy balance
Kids and food – it’s a tricky topic. There are a whole host of issues with kids and…
Repeaters: Though bolt-actions are tops, lever, pump, single-shots have plusses too
In my last column, I noted that the bolt action rifle is king of the hill for a…
Shopping, food planning can be challenging for everyone
People sometimes think that being a dietitian makes eating healthy automatically easy for me. It doesn’t. I struggle…
World for graduates really is new, but go forth and conquer anyway
It’s been an exciting week, watching local high school seniors graduate after a year-plus that Lebanon Schools Supt.…
Multiple reasons why bolt actions are the most popular rifle
‘Tis the season to dust off that hunting rifle and give it (and you) some exercise. It might…
Mugshot bill may look good on its face, but it will bite us if passed
A lot of legislation is on the table in Salem right now, so much that it’s almost mind-boggling…
Juices, smoothies can be good ways to consume fruits and veggies
We know that adding more fruits and veggies into our diets are good for us but how do…
Some cartridges outdated, but sentimental
Some time ago, I related which five cartridges I would take if unfortunate enough to be limited to that…
Spring brings hope but COVID remains
While the grouchiness and general unease many of us may have been feeling three or four months ago…
Letter and a poem
Chorus down but not out of action Editor: The Linn County Cultural Coalition, in conjunction with the Oregon…
‘Healthy substitutes’ can replace sugar, if understood and used correctly
We have just come off of Valentine’s day and Easter, a time when we often bake up some…
Favorite cartridges includes some common, others not so much
Having covered some of the pros and cons of mid-range bores in the last two months, and since…
After year of pandemic restrictions, signs of life look real good
I’ve gotta say, normalcy just feels good. Looking through this edition of Lebanon Local, it’s clear that tinges…
Gluten-free diet may not be answer for everyone, and must be done right
I still remember the first time I heard about the gluten-free diet. It was from a new acquaintance,…
Though ‘toxic,’ with proper preparation lectins can provide great nutrition
I remember it distinctly. Three years ago I received a lot of questions regarding a certain doctor’s book…
State’s COVID decisions trigger unusual sentiment: happiness
Imagine you’re a high school athletic director. It’s likely you love sports and you like kids, or you…
Measure 109 more than ‘just another drug ballot measure’
In the November 2020 election, Oregonians voted in favor of passing Ballot Measure 109. This permits the Oregon…