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By Chez J. Zane, Special to The Declaration

During the past four weeks, information has been presented to Declaration readers related to the four most commonly known herbs. It was probably Simon and Garfunkel that made these herbs so famous, with their song “Scarborough Fair.”

Even though Mother’s Day has already passed, I feel the need to express a short sentiment of special thanks to my mom, Tammy Smith. I obviously can’t entirely explain how great she is and what she means to me in this small space, but I will do my best.

It’s nothing unusual for an Oak Hill player to sign a college scholarship.

Six seniors from this year’s team that finished ranked 23rd in the nation signed letters-of-intent to play college basketball next season, according to Doug Doughty of The Roanoke Times.

There’s been a lot of talk around Independence about the inmate level of the new River North Correctional Facility scheduled to open in October.

The latest information I received is the level has not been determined at this time, nor was there a date available as to when it would be decided.