Elmira funnyman Jim Pfiffer marvels at becoming an old fogey in his latest humor column. Read it here.

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.

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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.

While Cat White had lots going on in May, she was preoccupied by recent tragic events in New York and Texas that continue to plague America.

Elmira humorist Jim Pfiffer is ready for grilling season, but is grilling season (and the local fire department) ready for Jim?

Elmira humorist Jim Pfiffer has had pet dogs all his life. This week he shares some of the lessons he's learned from his fur buddies.

Elmira humorist Jim Pfiffer gets hosed.

Elmira humorist Jim Pfiffer explores one of the frustrations men have with aging.

Self-described smarty-pants Jim Pfiffer STILL can't figure out his new ride! Read all about in this week's humor column.

Elmira humorist Jim Pfiffer ponders the meaning of stupefying commonly used phrases.