Clausie Smith

Clausie Smith is a contributing columnist and former publisher of The Chieftain and Sentinel.

Recent stories

Secrets of salt
May 16, 2012
Yes, it is true; there is no reason to deny it. Since my earliest years I am a “salt lover.”
Mothers shape our lives
May 9, 2012
Happy mothers’ day! Next Sunday is a day set aside to honor mothers and their role in shaping the youth of our nation.
Suggestions for graduates
May 2, 2012
This is a busy and exciting time for many families. It is a time when a dream comes true and a son or daughter graduates from high school, college or profession school.
Sport events stir spirit
April 26, 2012
If there is one statement that is true of people in the United States, as well as most other countries, it is that we love sports and they play a big role in our lives.
Volunteerism on the rise
April 11, 2012
There are hundreds of “special weeks” observed annually and they all honor good causes. However, one of the most important will be April 15-April 21 which is set aside to recognize and honor volunteers.
Chambers help growth
March 28, 2012
Both Bonner Springs and Basehor are fortunate to be served by Chambers of Commerce.
A century of change
March 21, 2012
Wouldn’t it be interesting if a time machine existed and we could swap places with folks who lived a long time ago?
Reaching the golden years
March 7, 2012
My late father-in-law used to quip that you had to be a decade older than your chronological age to reach the “golden years.”
Pancakes bring fellowship
February 29, 2012
This Saturday, March 3, will be a very busy time for me and my fellow members of the Edwardsville Kiwanis Club.
Girls make sport their own
February 22, 2012
Anyone who is a sports fan will quickly tell you that athletics have changed dramatically over the years. However, in my opinion, no game has changed as much as girls’ basketball.

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