The Paris Post-Intelligencer

(BPT) - Every dog has a story, and each story offers a priceless life lesson. For Lee Asher, founder of The Asher House animal sanctuary, his pack of over 50 dogs (as well as a few cats, a horse, and a pig) teaches him something new every day. Now, he's sharing his wisdom with the world. In his book, Saved by the Pack: How 50 Dogs Helped Me Find My Purpose, Asher introduces readers to his furry family members and the lessons each of them has taught him.

(BPT) - La temporada de regreso a clases puede ser un momento emocionante, con una rutina renovada, pero también trae una larga lista de compras que puede poner a prueba el presupuesto familiar. Y todo indica que este año escolar será más costoso que nunca. Según la encuesta de consumidores de PwC de 2026 en EE. UU. sobre las compras para el regreso a clases, los padres esperan gastar un promedio de $922 este año y casi la mitad (47%) afirma que planea gastar más que en 2025.

Posted Friday, August 21, 2026 2:50 pm The Henry County Patriots started the 2026 football season with an impressive win over a talented Haywood County Tomcats squad on Aug. 20. QB Ayden Spellings and running back Antoine Banks each had two rushing touchdowns to give the Patriots the 31 -28 victory in Brownsville. Look for more information in the next issue of The Post-Intelligencer.

A jewelry appraisal usually costs about $75-$100, though traditional appraisal fees can range from $50 to $200. This depends on the appraiser, the item’s complexity, and the location. Appraisers may charge a flat fee per piece or an hourly rate; complex rings, antique jewelry, designer pieces, estate items, or multi-stone designs are often more expensive to evaluate. So, how much does a jewelry appraisal cost? Average traditional appraisals are about $75-$100. More complex pieces can cost more.

(BPT) - Outages aren't a matter of if, but when. If you live in an area where summer storms and heat waves can take out local power, it's time to consider how to power your home no matter how long the grid goes dark. What's the easiest solution? According to Beau, a former licensed electrician and now an in-house product expert at Jackery, the answer is simple: buy a home backup system.

The new building for the Henry County Health Department is just about complete, according to information from the county’s Buildings and Grounds Committee meeting on Aug. 20. “It’s done, pretty much. Even the landscaping is ninety percent done,” said John McElroy, county maintenance director. “They should be getting ready to move in in September.” The new building is on Kelley Drive.

Posted Friday, August 21, 2026 1:40 pm It can be stressful when kids flat-out refuse to go to school. Your child might be complaining about stomachaches every day, begging to stay home. Or they may become increasingly emotional as the school day approaches. You may find yourself wondering: Why is this happening? What if they’re never willing to go back to school? And what’s the best way to handle this? School refusal (also called school avoidance) can be frustrating to deal with.

Posted Friday, August 21, 2026 12:00 pm Research and development organizations in 2026 find themselves in a unique position. AI agents are increasingly implemented into business processes. Coordinating agents are delegating fold predictions to specialist sub-agents. Reviewer agents check the citations. Scientists look at the results and move on. Yet no one signs off for the record because a signature was never requested.

Choosing the right auto insurance is important for many reasons. From complying with state law to putting yourself in the best financial position, your auto insurance can affect many aspects of your life. Choosing well can lead to peace of mind for years to come. But finding the perfect auto insurance for you may be easier said than done without proper research. To compare the different types of auto insurance and help you choose the best one for your needs, explore this guide from AAA Central Penn.

Emergency workers responded to the scene of an apparent head-on collision Friday morning on Highway 641 south near the Benton County line. According to a P-I reporter who saw the wreck scene, the accident happened between 8:30-8:45 p.m. in the 11000 block of Highway 641 near Sanders Sawmill north of Swor Road. The wreck appeared to involve two passenger vehicles, both of which had come to rest facing each other in the road’s southbound lane.