Less Than a Carpenter
Today, I had wood shop. We were supposed to make jewelry boxes, but mine turned out to be kind of a step stool.

Bully Insurance
Yesterday was Career Day at my school. I actually felt sorry for the guys at one of the booths, because no one seemed interested. For insurance salesmen, they weren't very good at selling a career in insurance.

Keep Your Chin Up
April is always the worst time of year for me because our school has a physical fitness test. You see...um...it's just that...I can't do a pull-up.

That's My Name, Too!
During church today, I had a weird conversation. I turned to introduce myself to this teenage guy, and our conversation went like this.

The Weather Dog
Hey! Alex Jefferson here. The weather is supposed to be snowy this weekend, which means I've got big plans.

Bogus Book Report
Hey, everybody! This is Cal Jordan, filling in for Alex. You want to know why Alex isn't writing his own blog today? He's GROUNDED.

Guilt and Baseball
I can't sleep. Apparently, guilt is made from caffeine.

Giving a Hand
Alex here! In a few days, Eugene’s organization, Hand Up, is holding a blood drive at Whit’s End.

Communication Gap
My new neighbor is weird, and Mrs. Gabrielson's Spanish project is killing me!

Egg-ceptionally Bored
When temperatures heated up, we beat boredom by cooling off!

Sense-O-Rama
I made a splash at Whit's End today. Mr. Whittaker added some new features to the Imagination Station.

Teacher Swap
Have you ever thought about how it's easier to be a teacher than a student? I made the mistake of voicing that opinion.

Bendy Straw Day
Today is "Make Up Your Own Holiday Day." And I, Alex Jefferson, have come up with a made up holiday.

Computer Time
Every time I need my computer, my cousin Cal is using it.

A Great Year
To prove we actually are moving forward, I decided to make a list of all the big events that happened last year.

Good Secrets
Do not, under any circumstance, no matter how you're tempted, read this book!

LEGO City
Out of boredom I began playing LEGOs. Before I knew it, I had built a whole city.

Pumpkin Patch Surprise
Warning: Don't read this blog if you scare easily. OK, it may not be that scary now, but it was terrifying at the time.

Back-to-School Time
It's back-to-school time, and I Alex Jefferson have made an interesting discovery.

The Wonderful World of Wooton
Check out the stuff I saw when I visited Wooton's house!

Eugene's Back!
Eugene Meltsner is back!

What's UP in Odyssey?
Something is UP. No, I don't have a sticky "caps lock" button on my keyboard. I mean something is definitely UP.

Inventor's Contest Heats Up Local Creativity
When word gets out, it’s going to be hard keeping away mice from Wooton’s place.

The Real St. Valentine
I suggested a few changes to Connie's script.

Five Things I Love About Odyssey
Hi! Alex Jefferson here! Welcome to the newest addition to my Web site.

Volunteers Spread Christmas Cheer
John Avery Whittaker helps Mark Horton hang lights.

Rake to the Finish
Odyssey residents create a huge leaf pile at Whit's End.

Riley the Rhyming Farmer
Tom Riley proudly accepts the prize for his winning poem, "Cow Love."

Cookie Sale Competition Ends in Tight Race
Local chapter sells the most cookies.

Kids' Radio Show Surprises Fans
Show allows listeners to vote on the ending of a program.

School Removes Donated Computers
Middle school students were frustrated by constant ads.

Kids Await Connie's Return
Marvin Washington and friends have tracked Connie's route to Washington, D.C.

Historic Treasure Discovered
Aubrey Shepherd came to Jack Allen’s rescue when his gallery’s roof crashed down.

Strange Celebrations
Whit's End patrons honor unusual holidays.

Thanksgiving Surprise
The Washingtons take a peek at their Thanksgiving turkey.

Let the Festivities Begin!
Odyssey residents Wooton Bassett, John Avery Whittaker and Connie Kendall put their talents to good use for this year's Fall Festival.

Middle Schoolers Consider Fund-Raisers
Odyssey Middle School students and volunteers try to stay awake at a 25-hour basketball game.

Whit's End Inspires Patriotism
John Avery Whittaker serves his new holiday-inspired sundae to an expectant customer.

Odyssey Starts Summer With a Splash!
Marvin Washington participates wholeheartedly in Odyssey Middle School's "Wet and Wild Farewell."

New Kids' Radio Shows Revealed!
Exciting new programs will be broadcast from Whit's End.

BTV Becomes Highest Rated Local Show
Bernard introduces another popular BTV program.

Novacom Broadcasting Announces Layoffs
Bad news abounds in Odyssey Times.

Nathaniel Graham Makes Valentine's Day Educational
Nathaniel Graham brings culture to valentines.

Odyssey Celebrates the New Year!
The New Year's Eve celebration held at the Harlequin Theatre was a rousing success.

Whit Sponsors Christmas in Alaska
Wooton explores the igloo at the Alaskan Christmas held in his honor.

Odd Thanksgiving in Odyssey
Weather changes Odyssey's Thanksgiving plans.

Odyssey Folks Try to Beat the Rain
Customers accuse Bart Rathbone of giving away defective umbrellas.

Photographers Prepare to Make a Flash
Harlow Doyle sets up the perfect shot for his photo contest entry.

Controversial July 4th Broadcast
Bryan Dern and Edwin Blackgaard debate the Revolutionary War.

Whit Announces New Employee
Aubrey Shepard serves her first ice cream cone at Whit's End.

Batter Up!
Whit steps up to bat in the Odyssey Baseball League.

April Fool's Follies
Is Whit's End for sale?

Cookie Time
Half-eaten cookies leave Bernard Walton wondering.

Toying Around For a Good Cause
Bernard Walton heads to the hospital during last year's toy drive.

Odyssey Prepares for Christmas
Kids take their marks at last year's Downhill Derby, a favorite holiday tradition.

New Odyssey Business Specializes in Buttons
All About Buttons president Ben Matthews installs a new red button in the Imagination Station.

Timothy Center Hosts Many Different Groups
Connie Kendall and Tom Riley hope the Timothy Center will continue to reach those in our community.

Wooton Bassett Voted Postal Worker of the Year
Whit congratulates Wooton after the ceremony.

Karate Chaos
Eugene surprises Connie by showing off his karate skills.

Whit's End Mystery Solved!
Slippery case at Whit's End comes to a close.

Summer Breaks Into Odyssey
Edwin Blackgaard stayed out of the fire but still gave a sizzling performance during Saturday's festivities.

Harlequin Theatre Sponsors Bike Race
Edwin Blackgaard promotes bike competition.

The Next Generation
The new Whit's End will have decor similar to the original.

Connie’s Cooking Catastrophes
Connie Kendall demonstrates her cooking know-how once again.

Health-Conscious Connie
Eugene keeps his sugary treat out of Connie's sight.

Mind-Bending Math
Connie is tempted to shake Eugene instead of ice cream.

Timothy Center Fund-Raiser a Success
Bethany Shepard insisted cups at Timothy Center Fund-Raiser be recycled.

New Drama Debut
Kids’ Radio performers practice for their production of "The Great Wishy Woz."

Web Sites Popular At Whit's End
Eugene helps Connie shop on the Internet.

Welcome Back!
A photo of Jason Whittaker on the Great Wall of China recently landed in Mr. Whittaker's mailbox.

To Be Or Not To Be?
Edwin Blackgaard hopes his dramatic float entry will land him first place.

Up a Creek
Eugene Meltsner rows his "boat" to higher ground.

Adopt a Plot
Odyssey residents spring up everywhere—especially in McAllister Park.

An Egg-cellent Easter Activity
All of Odyssey is egg-cited for Easter.

A Brother or a Bother?
Connie loves Eugene like a brother.

Something to Celebrate
Connie and Eugene help Bernard enjoy Disaster Day.

Y2K A-OK in Odyssey
Odyssey residents prepare for 2000 celebration.

Stories of the Century
John Avery Whitaker opens Whit's End.

The Thankfulness Project
Lisa Mulligan delivers Thanksgiving cheer.

Poetry Winners Announced
The Odyssey Civic Center has announced the winners of its annual poetry contest.

Back-to-School Smarts
Eugene Meltsner shares some new words with you to kick off the school year.

Father's Day
In celebration of Father’s Day, Dale Jacobs combed the streets of Odyssey, asking town residents what they appreciate about their dads. Here’s what some of them had to say.