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Sports Columns

HINER: Browns’ circus search results in Monken

The Cleveland Browns’ coaching search is complete. The Browns decided to opt for former Baltimore Ravens offensive coordinator Todd Monken, and the choice was expectedly tumultuous. Monken, who turns 60 in February, will replace coach Kevin Stefanski, who coached the team for six seasons ...

Learning to adjust to highs and lows

Fishing, as with many other pastimes, is subject to the shifting tide of feast and famine. My fishing days often transpire across slow times where bites are non-existent and then transition to fast action with back-to-back-to-back catches that turn disappointing trips to memorable successes. ...

Remembering the Hibdons’ contributions to bass fishing

The bass fishing world this week lost a popular pro angler who was influential in the popularization of modern techniques. Dion Hibdon, son of a famous Lake of the Ozarks clan of anglers, passed away at age 58 earlier this week, leaving behind another generation of Hibdons to carry on the ...

Two new must-have books for area anglers

The twitchy weather pattern over the next few weeks is a reminder that January is not the best month for fishing and a cue that the extra hours of free time can be wisely invested in reading about our favorite sport. Good books can be a friend and advisor, reliable tour guide and ...

Lake Erie retains status as top fishing destination

The future of the fish responsible for Lake Erie’s claim to world-class supremacy is looking good as we begin the new year. Year-end headlines from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife announced last year’s walleye hatch was the sixth largest of the past 38 ...

A tip of the hat to 2025

There’s still a few days left in 2025, and it was another year of memorable moments for the Mahoning Valley. So with it being the last weekend before the calendar turns to 2026, a couple of the notable high school seasons should be acknowledged. There were plenty to pick from, especially ...