'It's just time'

From carbon paper to computers, Barb Fletcher has seen many changes during her 40-year career as Royal's city clerk. Now she is ready to focus on other things in her life, so she is retiring on July 31.

"It's just time," Fletcher acknowledged.

Her husband, Randy, retired a few years ago, so both can devote more time to family, which includes three children and four grandchildren.

"My husband and I do a lot with our grandchildren," she said. "Our family is all around here so I feel I can keep busy that way."

Although she was city clerk most of her career, Fletcher had previous work experiences....