Overwhelmed with appreciation at the number and types of responses after reaching out to friends about pandemic silver linings for my column last week, I wanted to share even more […]
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DIY holiday ornaments
With safety concerns at the forefront of the season, staying home to craft can alleviate fears BY ALDONA BIRD Newsroom@DominionPost.com Now that we have Thanksgiving (dinner) under our belts, it’s officially […]
Silver linings found during COVID
Since the pandemic began, I’ve tried to take all recommended precautions seriously. I’ve stayed busy working, doing projects and cooking. I’ve felt lucky and privileged that I can work mostly […]
Area farmers share their love for apples
Living in Lithuania, I particularly enjoyed the apple culture — everyone and/or everyone’s family member had apple trees. A family friend kept me supplied with bags of homegrown apples in […]
Counting down to the holidays
DIY advent calendars can serve as gift, toy and décor for all ages BY ALDONA BIRD Newsroom@DominionPost.com It might still be a tad early for Christmas decorations and carols, but it […]
State parks offer great camping
Usually I try to write to you about cool things people in our community are doing, or about my projects or cooking — topics I hope you’ll enjoy. I try […]
Season’s Greetings Holiday Wreaths
Make this DIY decor from natural, found materials By ALDONA BIRD Newsroom@DominionPost.com What do pinecones, burlap, felt, dried flowers, pom poms and ribbons have in common? They can all be used […]
2 solar array projects begin in West Virginia
Keeping energy production in state and jobs within our community is a priority for many of us, and should be a unifying goal. Some of us think renewable energy, particularly […]
Flavor Syrups
Jazz up homemade coffee with pumpkin spice, pecan or honey and lavender By ALDONA BIRDNewsroom@DominionPost.com ’Tis the season … for flavored coffees. Although October is over, and winter is nearing, […]
Growing lavender on former mine sites
Between recent cold, gray days, politics and the pandemic, I’ve needed a pick-me-up. A chat with Jocelyn Sheppard, owner of Appalachian Botanical Co, transported me to lavender fields and a […]
