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Part II of humorist Jim Pfiffer's saga of Kody, the puppy that his wife, Shelley, and Jim adopted.

Humorist Jim Pfiffer laments losing his mi-, er ... memory, as he ages, in his latest column. Illustrated by Filomena Jack.

Humorist Jim Pfiffer does a deep dive into linguistics with a study of a helluva place. Illustration by Filomena Jack.

Humor columnist Jim Pfiffer celebrates the return of vinyl and shares some of his favorite (and not so fave) tunes.

Cat's vibe is one of gratitude as she reflects on a few of the things she's grateful for as 2022 comes to an end.

Southern Tier Life features stories about the people, places, businesses and culture of this unique and idyllic western NYS region.

Find out what's new on the Southern Tier Life website in July from Managing Editor Catherine White.

It’s summer! That means more bear sightings for folks who enjoy the outdoors. Humorist Jim Pfiffer has tips on how to handle an encounter.

Elmira humorist Jim Pfiffer shares recollections of the GOOD times the 1972 flood brought to the Southern Tier. like new job opportunities.

Southern Tier Life Managing Editor Catherine White highlights some of the stories featured in June.

Elmira humorist Jim Pfiffer imagines a fishing conversation between Mark Twain's most famous characters, Huckleberry Finn and Tom Sawyer.

Elmira humorist Jim Pfiffer marvels at the changes in stereo sound systems.