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features
19 From Center Field to Centerfold
KO baseball player debuts in Dick’s Sporting Goods catalog.
21 Special Section: Real Estate
If you’re ready to move, here are 10 ways to be a strong competitor
in the real estate market.
26 Special Section: Personal Finance
Saving doesn’t always come easy, but with a little planning,
determination and self-control, you can get out of the red.
27 Summer’s Local Harvest
(L to R): Former KO history
teacher Edd Hale, author
Carleton Young and Civil
War expert Bill Lutz.
on the cover
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Take advantage of this season’s vibrant organic bounty at one of the
local farmers markets in your community.
32 The Man Behind the Smiley Cookie
Dormont High School alum Cliff Miller created the Eat’n Park brand.
34 Endless Summer Fun!
Our 2016 Summer Events Guide is packed with community festivals,
outdoor concerts and movies, family-friendly destinations and other
summertime treats.
l to r: Edd Hale, Carleton Young and Bill Lutz. See story on page 12.
Photo by Beth Kukucka.
departments
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From the Publisher
IN the Loop: What’s news in Keystone Oaks
IN Good Taste: Corey Baker, Executive Chef,
Jacksons Restaurant + Bar
12 IN Person: Author Carleton Young
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IN Events: A Celebration of Independent Film
IN Focus: KO at a Glance
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Business Spotlight
20 South Hills Honda
Industry Insight
11 Dealing with Addiction: Gateway Rehab
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